F19 – Features

October 7, 2019

How will climate change affect the future of employment in Canada?

Brookfield Institute report raises questions about the implications of four environmental trends on the labour market Yasmin Rajabi and Erin Warner The floods and tornado that […]
October 7, 2019

Career development will help equip children to take on climate change

Helping young people think critically about how employment and the environment intersect can shift their sense of fear to a feeling of empowerment Stefania Maggi Our […]
October 7, 2019

What climate change will mean for jobs in food and agriculture in Canada

Changing practices and consumer preferences are expected to have a disruptive effect on employment Laxmi Prasad Pant Canada has joined a bid among developed countries to […]
October 7, 2019

How climate change will shape the future of environmental professions – for better and for worse

The consequences of a warming planet will create opportunities in ‘green’ jobs while also putting new demands on environmental protection workers Melissa Drury and Paul Richard […]
October 7, 2019

Strategies for successful career-building in the sustainability sector

What early career professionals with interests in sustainability work need to know about the industry and overcoming barriers to entry Eric Meliton   When I reflect on […]
October 7, 2019

Oil workers have key role to play in building clean energy future

Upskilling programs in conjunction with career development support will help ensure successful career transitions from fossil fuels to sustainable energy Lliam Hildebrand  I began my career […]
October 7, 2019

The jobs set to power Canada’s economy are all about using less power

New policies and growing public interest in energy efficiency are a boon to workers in construction, manufacturing, utilities and much more Doug Johnson The energy-efficiency sector […]
October 7, 2019

Tomorrow’s graduates need a multidisciplinary approach to climate-change

Graduates who want to tackle climate change need an in-depth knowledge of sustainability, with its combination of economic, environmental and societal perspectives Jennifer McKellar, Daniel Hoornweg, […]
October 7, 2019

Supporting Canadians to navigate learning and work: Updating the Standards and Guidelines for career professionals

As a milestone anniversary approaches, the S&Gs are undergoing a significant update with collaboration, inclusivity and transparency top of mind Kathy McDonald Did you know the […]