The Quay, 100 Queens Quay East, 3rd Floor
In Person
This executive-level workshop provides a strategic overview of government and partner funding programs available to for-profit organizations to support workforce development. Participants will gain clarity on how funding can be used to reduce hiring and training risk, offset talent related costs, and enable smarter investment in people.
The session focuses on what funding opportunities currently exist, which businesses and workforce activities typically qualify, how to align talent initiatives with available funding, and practical ways to turn funding into a competitive advantage rather than a one-time subsidy.
Designed for leaders and decision-makers, this workshop equips organizations to make informed, growth-oriented workforce investments.
• A clear understanding of funding pathways for training, hiring, and retention
• Insight into eligibility requirements and common pitfalls
• Strategic considerations for integrating funding into workforce planning
• An overview of The Career Foundation’s Workforce Development Centre
The Workforce Development Centre (WDC) is The Career Foundation’s strategic platform for aligning human potential with the evolving demands of a rapidly transforming economy. As artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and shifting global trade dynamics reshape industries, sustainable competitive advantage will increasingly depend on how effectively organizations develop, deploy, and continuously renew human capability.
The WDC convenes senior leaders across sectors to translate labour market intelligence into practical workforce strategies that strengthen talent pipelines, improve retention, and ensure long-term organizational resilience. Through structured collaboration, evidence-based insights, and employer-led pilots, the Centre enables organizations to move beyond reactive hiring toward proactive workforce design.
The Career Foundation’s Workforce Development Center aims to be a national leader in workforce strategy, human capability development, and future-of-work innovation and we want you to join us.
Agenda
11:30-12:00 Lunch and networking
12:00-12:45 Presentation
12:45-1:00 Networking
Speakers
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Shauna McKenzie-Onita
Manager, Economic and Workforce Development Strategies
The Career Foundation
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Kristy Sansom
Director, Stakeholder Relations, Resource Development and Growth
The Career Foundation
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Zaitoon Umer
Outreach Coordinator and Employer Resource Development
The Career Foundation
Tickets & Registration
Tickets and registration info:
Member: $20
Non-member: $35
