Best Conference Board Of Canadas Podcasts (2025)

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Economics Matters Ep. 19: Fixing Canada’s Problems with Competition with Vass Bednar and Denise Hearn 28:17

2M ago28:17

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Some argue that market concentration in their sectors is inevitable. They say Canada’s small population, vast geography, and global competition create natural monopolies—and that protecting their dominance is necessary to build globally competitive companies. But is that true? In this episode, the co-authors of the book The Big Fix: How Companies C…

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S4 Ep. 07: Labour Market Data & Disruption—Insights from FSC @ Cannexus25 13:06

3M ago13:06

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In this special live mini episode of the Future Skills Podcast, recorded at Cannexus25 in Ottawa, host Jeremy Strachan explores how labour market information (LMI) is shaping career development, workforce planning, and skills training in a time of rapid change. Featuring insights from Jason Dennison (Fleming College), Tony Bonen (The Conference Boa…

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S4 Ep. 06: Neurodivergent student experiences in post-secondary education 11:58

3M ago11:58

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In this mini episode of the Future Skills Podcast, Jeremy Strachan speaks with Dr. Jennifer Fane, Lead Research Associate at the Conference Board of Canada, about her recent study on neurodiversity in Canadian post-secondary education. The research, conducted in partnership with the Future Skills Centre, explores key findings from the report Creati…

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Economics Matters Ep. 18: A Plan for Immigration and Growth with Lisa Lalande and Pedro Antunes 30:35

3M ago30:35

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Growth is a central concept in economics. Economies must continue to grow to generate more capital, improve labour productivity and create higher standards of living for populations. But, in 2024, the experiment in growing through a dramatic increase in our immigration levels has called into question whether too much, too fast is actually decreasin…

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Ep. 40: Blair Feltmate on Adapting to our Changed Climate 44:31

5M ago44:31

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Climate change is one of the most vexing challenges facing our world. That the climate is changing is increasingly clear. But greenhouse gases are still spewing into the atmosphere. Temperature thresholds are being passed years earlier than predicted. So, what, if anything, can we do about it? My guest this episode has dedicated his life to sustain…

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S4 Ep. 05: Insights from Magnet Network Live 27:48

5M ago27:48

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In this bonus episode of the Future Skills Podcast, new host Jeremy Strachan dives into highlights from the Magnet Network Live event held in Toronto in October 2024, where leaders gathered to address Canada’s talent, training, and skills challenges. The episode features insights on AI, productivity, and Canada’s “12/21 problem,” where outdated lea…

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Ep. 39: Sebastien Dallaire on Public Opinion Polling 37:21

7M ago37:21

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2024 has been called the year of democracy. It is estimated that more voters than ever in history will head to the polls this year. Democratic elections are happening in at least 64 countries plus the European Union—representing a combined population of about half of the people in the world. At the time of recording, Canada is not facing a national…

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Economics Matters Ep. 17: The Economics of Net Zero with Tony Bonen and John McNally 32:56

7M ago32:56

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As we experience the hottest summer on record, reaching our Net Zero goals has become one of the most urgent challenges of our time. Canada's target is to achieve a net-zero economy—either emitting no greenhouse gases or offsetting any emissions—by 2050, with critical milestones set for 2030. In this episode, we examine Canada’s progress toward the…

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S4 Ep. 04: Empowering Futures: Supporting Black Talent in the Canadian Labour Market 43:06

8M ago43:06

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The Black population in Canada is expected to exceed 3 million by 2041. Despite growing awareness of the root causes of inequities faced by Black communities, we don’t yet have interventions at scale in the skills ecosystem. In this episode, our guests describe the importance of culturally relevant, targeted programing for supporting Black communit…

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S4 Ep. 03: Canada’s Productivity Puzzle: The Skills Connection 33:08

9M ago33:08

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We’ve heard the term “productivity” come up a lot lately. But what does the term really mean? And why does strong productivity matter for leaders, decision makers, and to Canadians at-large? Three experts join us in this episode to help us unpack this concept. They give us an overview of the economic concepts behind productivity, suggest solutions …

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Economics Matters Ep. 16: Reinventing Cities with Mary Rowe and Pedro Antunes 32:12

9M ago32:12

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The last four years have brought many changes to the ways in which we live, work and shop. These new habits are reshaping cities and the road to the new normal is proving very bumpy for cities across the country. In this episode, our guests explore how cities are reinventing themselves and talk about the critical role cities and the people and busi…

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S4 Ep. 02: Educating for Sustainability—Green Skills in Canada 31:46

10M ago31:46

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The urgency of the climate crisis is undeniable. The transition to a clean economy demands significant changes in skills, occupations, and attitudes. In this episode, we delve into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies associated with developing higher education graduates who are equipped to lead and grow a sustainable economy. Our distingu…

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S4 Ep. 01: Educational AI—Unlocking Potential in Post-Secondary Institutions 37:02

11M ago37:02

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In this episode, we delve into the implications of the AI revolution for teaching and learning within Canada’s post-secondary institutions. Join us as we speak with a researcher, an AI sector leader, and a university Chief AI Officer to uncover how this technology is reshaping education. From real-world applications to ethical considerations, we ex…

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Economics Matters Ep. 15: Reacting to the 2024 Federal Budget 34:53

12M ago34:53

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The April 2024 federal budget is like game seven of a Stanley Cup playoff run for economists. It’s a critical time when decisions on spending and taxation are made that can help or hinder our economic direction. In this special episode we call on various members of The Conference Board of Canada’s economic forecasting unit to help make sense of the…

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Ep. 38: Don Iveson on the Future of Housing 55:14

1y ago55:14

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In late 2023, a dream team of former elected officials, mayors and chief planners, Indigenous leaders, designers, builders and developers, affordability advocates, and finance and insurance experts came together to create a Task Force for Housing and Climate. This group released their Blueprint for More and Better Housing in March 2024. This episod…

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Economics Matters Ep. 14: Canada’s Productivity Emergency with Tony Bonen and Andrew Sharpe 25:43

1y ago25:43

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Everyone from the Bank of Canada to leading economists from across the country are discussing what’s at the root of Canada’s productivity challenges. To help us sort through the discussion, I’m joined this episode by the Conference Board of Canada’s Director of Economic Research Tony Bonen and the Founder and Executive Director of the Centre for th…

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Economics Matters Ep. 13: C-Suite Perspectives with Pedro Antunes and Dana Peterson 27:26

1y ago27:26

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In this episode, we delve into the minds of CEOs, exploring their concerns and insights as revealed in the 25th edition of the C-Suite survey conducted by The Conference Board. Our guests, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist, The Conference Board and Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist, The Conference Board of Canada provide a comprehensive analysis of the s…

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Ep. 37: Denise O’Neil Green on the Evolution of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Roles 53:14

1y ago53:14

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During Black History Month in Canada, we celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities. We highlight Black Canadians’ role in making Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous country it is. We also acknowledge the work that remains to be done in addressing anti-Black racism in our soci…

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Economics Matters Ep. 12: Looking Back, Looking Forward with Pedro Antunes and Linda Nazareth 19:05

1+ y ago19:05

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In this final episode of 2023, we invite two leading economists to explore key issues facing the Canadian economy. We delve into how the world of work is evolving and consider whether Canada might be lagging behind other nations that are more readily adapting to the future of work. Additionally, we examine the increasing role of industrial policies…

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Economics Matters Ep. 11: Immigration, Inflation and Housing with Pedro Antunes and Kathryn Dennler 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

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Over the past months, various players have come out to point a finger at the role immigration is playing in a long list of what ails our country. From inflation, to housing affordability, to struggling post-secondary institutions, new Canadians have become an easy target. Our guests Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist at the Conference Board and Kathryn…

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S3 Ep. 05: Indigenous Youth Entering the Labour Market 28:48

1+ y ago28:48

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350,000 Indigenous youth are set to come of age by 2026, offering unique contributions as they enter the workforce. Discover the multifaceted impacts of Indigenous youth on the labour market as two distinguished experts delve into this topic. In this episode, they explore the challenges, opportunities, and incredible value that Indigenous youth bri…

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Economics Matters Ep. 10: Will AI Take Your Job with Mike Burt and Benjamin F. Jones 29:54

1+ y ago29:54

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Doomsday scenarios are the currency of the day when it comes to artificial intelligence’s impact on the jobs market. But technologists aren’t always that great at economic forecasting. To help us sort through the hype, we’re joined this episode by Mike Burt, Vice-President at the Conference Board of Canada and Benjamin F. Jones, Professor of Strate…

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Ep. 36: Joshua Gans on the Economics of AI 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

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When Joshua Gans and his co-authors released their book Prediction Machines in 2018, they were writing about a topic that seemed quite niche. At this time, machine learning was just starting out. In the last year, the speed at which artificial intelligence has advanced has surprised almost everyone. In this conversation, we hear how the analytical …

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Ep. 35: Building the Skills of the Future with Jane Goodyer and Ian Howcroft 52:27

1+ y ago52:27

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Canada’s labour force isn’t growing fast enough to keep up with the aging population. On one hand we have a labour supply challenge. But, on the other hand the workers we do have don’t always have the skill sets that we need today, but particularly into the future. My guests this episode are both actively working to reshape our skills development a…

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S3 Ep. 04: Neurodiversity 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

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Neurodiversity is a range of different ways of thinking, interacting, and processing information, and is especially important to the future of work. In this episode, experts in neurodiversity in the workplace join us to discuss the immense potential of neurodiverse individuals in professional settings. Our guests share practical strategies and valu…

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Economics Matters Ep. 09: The Economic Impact of the Wildfires with Pedro Antunes and Derek Nighbor 28:38

2y ago28:38

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The year 2023 has already marked itself as Canada's worst forest fire season in history, and it's only July. A glance at today's fire map reveals almost every province battling blazes that have spiraled out of control. In this episode, our guests Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist of The Conference Board of Canada and Derek Nighbor, President and Chief…

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S3 Ep. 03: Les femmes en entrepreneuriat 44:31

2y ago44:31

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En 2020, les femmes représentaient seulement 16,8 % des propriétaires majoritaires de petites et moyennes entreprises (PME). Dans cet épisode, nous examinons l’expérience des femmes en entrepreneuriat, les obstacles à leur participation et la récente hausse du nombre d’entreprises fondées par des femmes. Nos invitées occupent des fonctions dirigean…

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Ep.34: Paul Kershaw on Generational Fairness 35:40

2y ago35:40

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Today’s generation feels maligned by the press and often ignored by politics. Priced out of home ownership, dealing with the growing impact of climate change, and criticized for not appreciating that life is hard and always has been—life doesn’t seem fair for young people in Canada. But my guest this episode is bringing evidence, passion and a clar…

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Economics Matters Ep. 08: Canada’s Housing and Rental Affordability Crisis with Tony Bonen and John Pasalis 29:32

2y ago29:32

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The pandemic created upward pressure on housing and recent increases in interest rates are pushing affordability even further away for some. The OECD now ranks Canada as having the most expensive housing market among all other G7 countries. Our guests this episode explore how we got to this point and what if anything can be done to create a more af…

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Ep. 33: Valérie Pisano on the Rise of AI and ChatGPT 40:42

2y ago40:42

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OpenAI’s ChatGPT and other large language model AI have brought the long-standing promises of artificial intelligence to fruition. ChatGPT has taken the world by storm, accumulating millions of users worldwide. However, this tool and others like it are being met with trepidation and fear by many AI pioneers. To help us make sense of these developme…

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Economics Matters Ep. 07: Fiscal Responsibility with Pedro Antunes and Kevin Page 25:03

2y ago25:03

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In this episode, our guests Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist of The Conference Board of Canada, and Kevin Page, founding President and CEO of the Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy at the University of Ottawa, discuss the evolving definition of fiscal responsibility in 2023. They address key issues such as the lack of consensus around debts an…

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Ep. 25: Canadian Telecoms and The Promise of Independent Towers with Dan Carpenter and Wendy Zatylny 20:44

2y ago20:44

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Canada’s mobile broadband usage numbers are dismal. We rank dead last in mobile broadband users and have some of lowest mobile data usage compared to other G7 countries. These metrics need to improve. While there is much discussion on the number of providers and the competitiveness of our telecommunications industry, there’s another way to move the…

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Economics Matters Ep: 06 - Economic Forecasting with Ted Mallett 25:35

2y ago25:35

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In this episode of Economics Matters, we look behind the curtain at the world of economic forecasting. Our colleague Ted Mallett, The Conference Board of Canada’s Director of Economic Forecasting, gives us his take on how he and his team approach business of economic forecasting. We discuss the mechanics of economic forecasting, the models, the dat…

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S3 Ep. 02: L’intégration des nouveaux arrivants au Canada : l’exemple du Nouveau-Brunswick 26:25

2y ago26:25

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En 2022, le Canada a accueilli un nombre record de nouveaux arrivants : plus de 431 000, qui sont devenus des résidents permanents. Dans cet épisode, nous explorerons la question de l’intégration économique et professionnelle de ces personnes au Canada, principalement dans le contexte du Nouveau-Brunswick. Nos invités sont des personnalités connues…

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Economics Matters Ep: 05 - Inequality in Canada with Pedro Antunes and Mike Moffatt 23:30

2y ago23:30

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For economists, inequality is a critical issue because the more unequal a society is, the more challenging it is for that economy to grow and thrive. This episode we explore the data on inequality in Canada to separate fact from fiction. We discuss whether inequality is growing in Canada. We also explore the question of whether the way economists n…

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Economics Matters Ep: 04 - Canada’s Long-Term Economic Outlook with Sohaib Shahid and Brett House 37:12

2+ y ago37:12

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Canada used to pride itself as being one of the best places to live in the world, but our international ranking is on the decline. Many people have questions about the long-term economic growth path for the country. How will demographic issues—high retirements and low birth rates—impact the country? Will Canada ever solve the innovation and product…

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Economics Matters Ep: 03 - Economic Outlook for 2023 32:19

2+ y ago32:19

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As we near the end of December, many economists are looking back at the year that was. But that’s the past. What can we expect for the future? We’ve asked two leading economic thinkers to give us their forecasts on the key issues that the Canadian economy will face in 2023. Will the Bank of Canada’s initiatives be enough keep inflation down next ye…

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S3 Ep. 01: Comprendre les pénuries de main-d’œuvre au Canada 25:25

2+ y ago25:25

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Il y a plus de gens qui travaillent qu’avant la pandémie, mais la demande de main-d’œuvre demeure supérieure à l’offre. Dans cet épisode, nos invités font part de leurs points de vue sur le contexte économique entourant ces pénuries et leurs conséquences pour les entreprises canadiennes. Nous discutons de ce que cela signifie pour les responsables …

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Ep. 24: Fixing the Path from International Student to Permanent Resident with Iain Reeve and Kathryn Dennler 25:04

2+ y ago25:04

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Canadian Universities and Colleges are increasingly welcoming students from around the world to study in Canada. We estimate that over the last ten years, over a million international students have come to study in Canada. And that number is rising. International students represent some of the best and the brightest from around the world. They come…

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Economics Matters Ep: 02 - Labour market woes with Mike Burt and Armine Yalnizyan 40:17

2+ y ago40:17

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Canada’s labour market is facing an unprecedented set of challenges. We keep hearing the dual realities of low unemployment levels but high job vacancies. There is a loud and growing chorus of business owners who complain that they can’t find the workers they need. And workers are increasingly expressing their frustration with the jobs they do have…

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Economics Matters Ep: 01 - Recession Risk with Sohaib Shahid and Jimmy Jean 37:09

2+ y ago37:09

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This is the first episode of Economics Matters, a Conference Board of Canada podcast. This series will bring you some of the leading economic thinkers from Canada and around the world to talk about key issues in the economy. In our first episode, we deal with one of the biggest questions facing our economy— what is Canada’s risk of falling into a r…

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Ep. 32: Lloyd Axworthy on Supporting Refugees 35:33

2+ y ago35:33

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The history of humanity is a history of movement. Today, movements of people from one place to another are subject to severe political and social constraints. Our guest this episode has spent a good portion of his life creating supports for people who are fleeing human rights or environmental disasters. Dr. Lloyd Axworthy joins us to share what he …

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S2 Ep. 06: Skills for the Digital Economy 28:53

2+ y ago28:53

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Technological change is affecting every sector, and these changes shift the roles and the skills in demand. Our guests share their perspectives on what needs to happen to ensure Canada has the skilled talent it needs to take full advantage of the growing digital economy. We hear about two rapid training initiatives that seek to help their learners …

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Ep. 23: How Recent Trade Agreements Are Regulating the Digital Economy with Matt Malone 18:48

3y ago18:48

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Canada is a trading nation. Throughout our history, trade has been one of the foundations of our economy. Equally important has been to establish rules for international trade. This episode we hear how trade agreement commitments are shaping Canada’s ability to regulate the digital economy. Matt Malone, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law at …

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S2 Ep. 05: Skills for the Clean Economy 26:07

3y ago26:07

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In the face of the climate crisis, shifting to more carbon-neutral economic activities is a necessity. The growth of this clean economy can also be an opportunity – for individuals to have in-demand and meaningful careers, and for Canada to become a global leader in this area. In this episode, we hear from three Canadian organizations. Our guests t…

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Ep. 31: Tracy Bear on the Importance of Indigenous Knowledge 36:00

3y ago36:00

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Professor Tracy Bear is a well-known researcher focusing on Indigenous knowledge, resilience and embedding research in true partnerships with communities. In 2021, she was appointed director of the McMaster Indigenous Research Institute. Hundreds of thousands of Canadians got to know Professor Bear through her role as academic lead of “Indigenous C…

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Ep. 30: Nicholas André G. Johnson on Being Princeton’s First Black Valedictorian 31:55

3y ago31:55

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In May 2020, in the depths of the pandemic, Canadian Nicholas André G. Johnson broke new ground as Princeton’s first Black valedictorian. In over 274 years, no other Black student had been recognized in this way by the institution, making Nicholas a ground breaker and as we’ll hear—a mentor to other Black professionals forging their path through ac…

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Making Sense of Data with Tableau – Episode 5 – Carolyn Loh on Driving Customer Value Through Analytics 18:22

3y ago18:22

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Of course, analytics helps the internal operations and management of an organization but how is that, in turn, helping their customers? In this final episode of our five-part series on data analytics, Carolyn Loh talks with host Takara Small about how data analytics can help deepen relationships with customers, and how to better communicate to the …

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S2 Ep. 04: Putting Microcredentials into Practice 25:27

3y ago25:27

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Microcredentials are a recognition of learning, assessing specific competencies and addressing employer needs. In this episode, we discuss the rise of microcredentials, their potential, and ongoing challenges such as coordination across Canada and assessment quality. Our guests provide perspectives from industry and from post-secondary education an…

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Making Sense of Data with Tableau – Episode 4 – Tamara Augsten on Fostering a Citizen Driven Analytics Culture 29:31

3y ago29:31

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Organizations often struggle with fostering a data and analytics culture to the detriment of their analytics programs. In this fourth episode of our five-part series on data analytics, Tamara Augsten talks with host Takara Small about her work with data visualization and how organizations can build a culture that makes workers excited to engage in …

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