Canada’s Innovation Warning, AI Pressures at Work, Workplace Gratitude, Youth Voices

In this episode: the lack of innovation progress in Canada, impact of AI on job seekers and employees, Canada’s efforts to improve youth employment, gratitude in the workplace and other topics.

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1. A new assessment of Canada’s science, technology and innovation landscape points to Canada steadily falling behind global peers in research and development | Canada falling behind in R&D, report warns - University Affairs 
2. The Conference Board of Canada is examining the impact of AI on job seekers | Is AI helping or hurting job seekers? 
3. KPMG reports that as Canadians are using generative artificial intelligence at work, many feel their employers are lagging behind when it comes to proper training and clear policies | Canadians call for clear AI policies as adoption grows - KPMG Canada 
4. Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing sector getting recruitment help with the launch of RecruitNOW!, a no-cost recruitment service designed for food processors | Food And Beverage Ontario Launches RecruitNOW! To Try And Help Food Manufacturers Secure Talent – FoodIndustryNetwork 
5. The federal government invites young Canadians, as well as other citizens, to share their experiences, challenges, and ideas about youth employment | Government of Canada seeking input on improving youth employment - Canada.ca 
6. A recent survey from Express Employment Professionals  found that 45% of managers admit their organization lacks the resources to manage recognition effectively | Recognition in the Workplace is Critical, but Nearly Half of Canadian Companies Admit They’re Falling Short | EEP CA Corporate