Education, Careers & Business
Riaz Ahmed, president and CEO of TD Securities and chairman of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada National Committee, responds to questions about the current economic climate and discusses topics of financial planning and prudence. Navigating Today's Economy, especially produced for The Ismaili TV, features esteemed figures in the economic and financial sectors with the aim of exploring current themes, getting past complexities, and offering clear, actionable insights.
A panel discussion with three incredible women who have paved their own paths to success and have become thriving entrepreneurs in very different industries.
Climate change is one of the most urgent threats facing us, and as we work to rebuild our economies post-pandemic, it is critical to focus on a green recovery that centres on climate justice. What should a green recovery look like, what does climate justice mean, and what are the barriers facing us? These are just a few of the questions discussed in this illuminating session.
The Fast Forward Future: What is the new normal? What are emerging technologies that are disrupting our future? What are the tangible impacts that they are going to have? Are our youth prepared for the next generation?
Cryptocurrencies are said to be democratizing money and leveling the playing field. Investors are looking for their investments to have positive impacts on society as much as their portfolios. Is it possible for these new financial trends to help investors and entrepreneurs build profitable businesses while operating within an ethical framework?
In order to advance more pluralistic societies, policymakers, practitioners, and changemakers must be able to identify the gaps in their country’s treatment of diverse individuals and work towards inclusion over time. Could this be achieved through Allyship?
As we eventually emerge from this crisis, will we work differently? Leaders from top organizations in North America discuss lessons learned from the work from a home model and what the future of work will look like.
A fireside chat with Nadim Hirji, Head of Canadian Commercial Banking at BMO, and Douglas Porter, BMO's Chief Economist; they explore the state of the global economy and provide their thoughts and insights about a post COVID recovery.
The EntreprenHERship Tea brings together and celebrates women entrepreneurs who have shown incredible entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, and resilience to protect and strengthen their business and their community.
The Canadian healthcare system faces ongoing pressure to adopt new equipment and technology for improving healthcare administration and delivery. This session looks at how the pandemic has pushed forward sophistication of technology, AI, and delivery methods while also exposing problems within the system - from supply chain breakdowns to staff shortages and burnout, impacts on disadvantaged communities, and remote communities.
How has art-driven changed in the past? Where is art having an impact on the future and how can we get involved?
Learn about the skills, education, abilities, experience, and knowledge characteristics that make someone more employable, today and in the future.
The gender wage gap is real, affects women across the board, and was made far worse during the pandemic. This session looks at why women are still fighting for pay equity and what can be done to close the gap.
A panel discussion that provides perspectives on the current landscape, regional trends, housing, and rental apartment markets, supply chain issues, affordability, and a look at what’s ahead.
What is the Great Resignation, and where are the quitters going? What are the big business opportunities in Canada?
Futurist Ian Khan shares current emerging technology trends on business, future of work, and leadership with insights on the Art of Future Readiness.
This episode of the Graduate Resource Support Team (GRST) series provides students with the tools and resources needed to submit high-quality applications for medical school. Speakers for this session include Zia Saleh, Serena Tejpar, and Kahir Rahemtullah.
Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship (BII+E) shares practical insights from recent research on the future of work, which aims to help individuals future-proof themselves in the face of potential job disruption and emerging opportunities.
Advances in artificial intelligence (AI), which is simply intelligence demonstrated by machines, are transforming society - from retail (Amazon) to transportation (self-driving cars) to hospitality (Airbnb). Healthcare, which can be considered amongst the most data-rich sectors, is expected to be impacted by data, virtual care, and AI in the coming decades. This webinar reviews the concept of AI, its applications to healthcare, and its implications for clinicians and healthcare administrators in the future.
Join representatives and graduates from NPower Canada, an organization that launches young adults into meaningful and sustainable careers in technology, as they share tips on how to launch a successful career. Whether you're looking to switch careers or entering the workforce, this session will provide insight on the various paths you can take, the training and skills employers look for, where to get educated or credentialed, and how to succeed once you are in the industry.
This webinar will explore how the COVID-19 pandemic can be a catalyst to rebuild trust within your industries and organizations. Panelists Jennifer Lee, Raman Rai, and Fatima Laher, from Deloitte Canada, will have a conversation with moderator Shaez Allidina to reflect on lessons learned during the “respond and recover” phase of the pandemic. They will discuss various considerations and strategies that organizations can implement in order to thrive in the long-term.