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Venture for Canada Launches New AI Advisory Council Venture for Canada has launched a new AI Advisory Council to help shape how young Canadians and SMEs adapt to an AI-driven economy. Bringing together leaders across technology, research, policy, and entrepreneurship, the Council will guide VFC in building practical, responsible AI programs that prepare young people for the future of work while helping Canadian businesses adopt AI more effectively.
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Why More Women in Northern Ontario Should Be Buying Businesses Think buying a business is out of reach? In Northern Ontario, it might actually be your biggest advantage. Discover how Erin Sisko turned a local opportunity into ownership—and why now is the moment more women should do the same.
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The Future of Work Won’t Be Built by Hype. It Will Be Built by Real Experience. Canada doesn’t have a talent problem — it has an experience gap. As youth unemployment rises, this piece unpacks why proactive learning, real-world exposure, and human-centric skills matter more than ever for the future of work.
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Venture for Canada Announces the 2022 TD Clean Prosperity Award Winners Venture for Canada (VFC) is excited to announce the 2022 recipients of the TD Clean Prosperity Awards, recognizing young Canadians in the VFC’s Fellowship Program who have shown a commitment to environmental sustainability and the cleantech sector. CEO Scott Stirrett highlights the importance of entrepreneurial skills to address challenges like climate change, and Joshua Cayer of TD Bank Group applauds the winners. With TD's support, VFC continues to guide young talent towards a clean economy.
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#ATP22: A Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing DEI Venture for Canada's first All Things People was hosted virtually in March 2022, and welcomed nearly 300 attendees. Focused on implementing diversity, equity and inclusion best practices at startups, over 40 speakers hosted workshops, keynotes and networking sessions in 2022.
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Venture for Canada Launches 2023-2024 Employer Advisory Council Meet the innovators shaping Canada's future: Venture for Canada's new Employer Advisory Council brings together top leaders to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. See who's leading the change.
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"Normal" Isn't in Our Vocabulary, and Here's Why Ready to escape the 9-to-5 rut and forge your own path? Discover how Venture for Canada's Fellowship Program can be your launchpad to startup success and career freedom.
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10 Signs You Were Born to be a VFC Fellow Are you a changemaker, a connector, or just eternally curious? Venture for Canada's Fellowship Academy might just be the platform to unleash your potential. Find out if you're the Fellow we've been looking for!
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2023 RBC Inclusive Entrepreneurship Recipients: Entrepreneurship Thrives in Community
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Venture for Canada Welcomes Karen Restoule, Sam Daviau, and Wils Théagène to Its Board of Director Venture for Canada is excited to announce the onboarding of new board members.
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