Context
Structural change and workforce disruption
The energy transition, shifting trading relationships and technological change are transforming Canadian
industries.
Most workers will adapt, but a small but concentrated share in susceptible sectors
may need support to move into a new career pathway.
Why communities
Disruption compounds in susceptible communities
Where disruption is concentrated, the effects can be sudden and far-reaching —
local supply chains, services, housing. These communities
have the most at stake, and the most to gain from proactive transition planning.
The opportunity
Skills data enables actionable pathways
Combining national skills data with local knowledge, conditions and participation can help
governments design targeted supports,
municipalities plan workforce strategies
and training providers develop programs matched to real transition needs.
Where structural change is concentrated in a dominant local industry, a
skills-based approach can identify viable career transitions and
the training investments to support them — in four steps.