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A networking event focused on diversified talent and local manufacturing
Building BC’s Workforce
BC manufacturers and community partners are invited to attend a collaborative networking event focused on strengthening British Columbia’s manufacturing workforce through internationally trained newcomer talent and youth.
This event will bring together manufacturers, industry leaders, workforce development organizations, and community stakeholders to explore the benefits of employing internationally trained newcomers to Canada, investing in skills training, and building inclusive workforce pathways that support talent integration and long-term sector growth across British Columbia.
Participants will hear insights on BC manufacturing labour market trends, connect with peers, and engage in facilitated roundtable discussions to identify barriers and supports needed to better upskill and integrate internationally trained talent within BC’s manufacturing industry.
Focus Areas
- Internationally Trained Newcomer & Youth Talent
Exploring pathways to attract, integrate, and retain newcomer and youth talent within BC’s manufacturing sector. - BC Manufacturing Labour Market Insights
Understanding current workforce trends, challenges, and opportunities impacting manufacturers across British Columbia. - Skills Training & Workforce Development Solutions
Identifying barriers, supports, and industry-led approaches to upskilling talent and strengthening BC’s manufacturing workforce.
Agenda
- 10:30 am – Welcome
- 10:45 am – BC Manufacturing Sector Insights
- 11:15 am – Guest Presentation – Speaker TBA
- 12:00 pm – Networking & Lunch
- 12:45 pm – Facilitated Roundtable Discussions
- Barriers to integrating internationally trained talent in BC
- Supports needed for upskilling and retention
- Employer- and industry-led solutions to strengthen BC’s manufacturing workforce
This is a no-cost event. Event location and other details will be shared following registration.
Lunch will be provided.
Building BC’s Workforce
Hosted by David Munro, Manufacturing Consortium Manager and Arien Aubertin, Project Manager.
EMC is currently conducting an unprecedented deep-dive labour market study in British Columbia’s manufacturing sector. This survey is part of a Labour Market Information (LMI) initiative in British Columbia to better understand the current and emerging workforce needs of the manufacturing sector, with a focus on youth and internationally trained newcomer talent. TO PARTICIPATE, CLICK HERE.
