Canadian Business Insights: BDC’s New Report Reveals Lack of Senior-Level Diversity
The new BDC DEI report shows that Canadian businesses are hiring more women and diverse groups, but lack representation in senior roles.
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AgriDiversity
AgriDiversity Receive up to 75% of $200,000 per year in Grant Funding. The AgriDiversity program is a stream of funding provided through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP), a 5-year framework to support Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector. AgriDiversity is specifically designed to help organizations with projects that build agricultural leadership and entrepreneurial capacity among under-represented groups, such…
The APMA: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fund to Foster a Younger Automotive Sector
The EDI Fund aims to liaison more young Canadians into the automotive sector by providing up to 800 young, diverse, participants the opportunity to gain skills training and knowledge through a placement or employment.
APMA: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Fund
APMA: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Fund Up to 800 participants will receive up to $8,000. The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Fund is a funding program provided through the Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association (APMA) to attract, train, and retain skilled young workers to the automotive industry. The EDI is specifically designed to cover up to…
Use Your Brains: Neurodiversity at Work
Businesses looking for dedicated employees should consider how neurodiversity in the workplace can bring a competitive advantage.
Lessons Learned from Generational Diversity in the Workplace
Today’s workforce reflects many cross generations working together. These include: The Silent Generation (1925-1945), Baby Boomers (1946-1964), Generation X (1965-1976), Millennials (1977-1995), and Generation Z (1996 and later). While each of these groups bring beneficial skills to the workplace, there tends to be differences in workforce behaviours between the oldest and the youngest generations, particularly…
What ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Taught Me about Diversity
The Lord of the Rings is a massive fantasy work of 481,000 words, with dozens of characters, themes, and messages intertwined. The novel is split into 3 volumes, each with 2 parts (6 total). I have always loved this book, and its multitude of themes and characters can be applied to the business world. I…
Manitoba Budget 2024: Agriculture, Strategic Innovation Fund, and a Low Carbon Economy
Explore the highlights of Manitoba Budget 2024, covering agricultural investments, the Strategic Innovation Fund, and initiatives for a low-carbon economy.
Prince Edward Island (PEI) Budget 2024: Business Funding Outlook
Explore PEI’s strategic budget initiatives, fostering innovation, supporting businesses, and advancing as a bioscience hub.
British Columbia (BC) Budget 2024: Business Tax Credits and New Grants
The British Columbia Provincial Budget 2024 was released on Thursday, February 22, and it outlines the province’s financial plan and strategic vision for innovation, growth, and sustainability across sectors over the next government fiscal year.