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Connecting the dots : aboriginal workforce and economic development in Alberta

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008. Over an 18-month period, the four-member MLA Committee which was appointed led an engagement process... More ≫

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008. Over an 18-month period, the four-member MLA Committee which was appointed led an engagement process that included government-to-government meetings with First Nations and Métis leaders; urban Aboriginal dialogues; and meetings with educational institutions, training providers, service delivery, community and economic development organizations, other levels of government, employers, and industry. The focus of the engagement was increasing the participation of Aboriginal people in Alberta’s work force and economy. From all the discussions, input and information gathered the Committee has made 30 recommendations, which are included in this report.

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Connecting the dots : progress highlights : aboriginal workforce and economic development in Alberta

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This report provides snapshots of change highlighting how things are being done differently as a result of the recommendations which came out of the report Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal... More ≫

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This report provides snapshots of change highlighting how things are being done differently as a result of the recommendations which came out of the report Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal Workforce and Economic Development in Alberta, which was released in May 2011. Particular stories and activities have been selected to convey how partnerships and collaborations are positively impacting Aboriginal people and communities, and the province of Alberta overall.

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Government of Alberta response : connecting the dots : aboriginal workforce and economic development in Alberta

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008 and a four-member MLA Committee was appointed to write a report and put forward recommendations for... More ≫

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008 and a four-member MLA Committee was appointed to write a report and put forward recommendations for consideration. The report, released in 2010 and entitled Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal Workforce and Economic Development in Alberta, included 30 recommendations. The Government of Alberta accepts 28 recommendations and accepts in principle two recommendations, and this document contains the government response to each of the 30 recommendations.

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Safety-centric “time-cost trade-off” theory and methodology for planning industrial construction

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Presents results of a research project to create a cost-effective computing method to enable Time-Cost Trade-off (TCT) optimization analysis on construction projects of practical size and... More ≫

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Presents results of a research project to create a cost-effective computing method to enable Time-Cost Trade-off (TCT) optimization analysis on construction projects of practical size and complexity reflecting those in the real world. The researchers aim was to work toward formalizing guidelines for TCT optimization that would consider safety and time and cost constraints related to the expedition of construction projects. It is postulated that having guidelines and analysis tools such as these may decrease hazardous situations and safety risks that have been associated with expedition of construction project schedules.

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Innovation Capital Working Group report and recommendations

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The Innovation Capital Working Group was established to provide government with advice on how to incentivize capital investment in the province’s tech and innovation ecosystems. The report... More ≫

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The Innovation Capital Working Group was established to provide government with advice on how to incentivize capital investment in the province’s tech and innovation ecosystems. The report includes 14 recommendations.

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Alberta's occupational demand and supply outlook

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The Occupational Demand and Supply Outlook is released every two years and contains information on forecasted labour shortages and surpluses for occupations in Alberta for the next 10 years. The... More ≫

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The Occupational Demand and Supply Outlook is released every two years and contains information on forecasted labour shortages and surpluses for occupations in Alberta for the next 10 years. The Outlook uses factors such as economic and occupational outlook, demographics and education to forecast future demand for occupations and supply of workers in Alberta.

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Alberta's supply outlook model : education and skills

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Alberta's supply outlook model provides labour supply forecasts by occupation covering a 10-year forecast period. The model contains 30 linked sub-models. The education sub-model forecasts the... More ≫

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Alberta's supply outlook model provides labour supply forecasts by occupation covering a 10-year forecast period. The model contains 30 linked sub-models. The education sub-model forecasts the number of enrolments and graduates at the colleges and trades institutions and universities across eight major fields of study.

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Alberta labour force profiles : women

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Provides statistical information on women employed in the Alberta labour market. Topics covered include: participation, employment and unemployment rates, duration of unemployment, employment by... More ≫

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Provides statistical information on women employed in the Alberta labour market. Topics covered include: participation, employment and unemployment rates, duration of unemployment, employment by industry and occupation, educational attainment, and average hourly wage.

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Alberta's short-term employment forecast

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The Short-Term Employment Forecast (STEF) provides a three-year overview of occupations expected to be in-demand in the next three years. This forecast can be used by a variety of organizations,... More ≫

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The Short-Term Employment Forecast (STEF) provides a three-year overview of occupations expected to be in-demand in the next three years. This forecast can be used by a variety of organizations, governments, businesses and the general public to learn about where there are expected to be more jobs available.

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Worker fatally injured after fall from height

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the construction and construction trades sector in March 2019. A worker was doing repairs on an apartment building's... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the construction and construction trades sector in March 2019. A worker was doing repairs on an apartment building's fourth-floor balcony and fell to the ground, suffering fatal injuries.

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