Canadian manufacturers are facing labour shortages, the increasing need for specialized skills in automation and technology and the ongoing push for greater workforce diversity. As manufacturers strive to remain competitive in an evolving global landscape, addressing these talent and skills gaps is critical.

Plant’s three-part webinar series continues with a deep dive into the workforce issues that will define the future of Canadian manufacturing.

SESSION THREE: Labour, Skills & Talent

This session will cover:

• The most pressing workforce challenges for Canadian manufacturers over the next 1-2 years
• Strategies to attract, retain and upskill the next generation of manufacturing talent
• The impact of trade tensions on talent retention and workforce sustainability
• How to foster an inclusive and high-performance work environment
• Navigating the skills gap in advanced technologies like automation and AI
• And much more!

Join Plant’s editor, Kirstyn Brown, as she moderates an expert panel with industry leaders:

• Kim Cooper, President and CEO, Youth Culture Inc.
• Scott McNeil-Smith, VP Manufacturing Sector Performance, EMC
• Brenden Sweeney, Managing Director, Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing

This in-depth discussion will explore actionable solutions for attracting, retaining, and developing a skilled manufacturing workforce in Canada, while also addressing the broader challenges of technological change and workforce diversity.

Don’t miss out on this crucial conversation to ensure your manufacturing business is prepared for the future.