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.