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4 reports that caught our attention the week of Apr. 17, 2026

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CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are several reports that we found interesting this week.

Developing Canada’s talent and building resilient and anti-fragile high growth entrepreneurs with the 21st century skills to thrive in the innovation economy (Future Skills Centre)

This project explores how competency-based mentorship training can strengthen support for high-growth entrepreneurs in Canada’s innovation economy. Drawing on research and consultation, the training aims to help both mentors and mentees build the skills needed for trust-based, effective mentoring relationships.

Higher education global trends report: towards inclusive, equitable and quality higher education in an internationally mobile landscape (UNESCO)

This report examines global trends shaping higher education, including international mobility, equity, inclusion and quality. It offers policymakers and higher education stakeholders evidence and areas for action to support the development and reform of national higher education systems.

How PSE can prepare an AI-ready workforce – May 2026 (Signal49 Research)

Based on an institutional scan and interviews with 38 senior post-secondary leaders across Canada, this report looks at how institutions are preparing graduates for an AI-enabled workforce. It highlights what is working, where challenges remain and how post-secondary education can better respond to changing skills needs.

Human-first, machine enhanced: deriving value from AI-driven workforce transformation (Orgvue)

Based on a survey of 1,163 senior decision-makers across eight countries, this report examines how organizations are approaching AI-driven workforce transformation. It explores barriers to adoption, including gaps in internal expertise, unclear deployment roadmaps, governance concerns and the need for stronger workforce planning, upskilling and role clarity.

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Rachel So is the Editor of CERIC’s CareerWise website and CareerWise Weekly newsletter. She brings a strong communications background, with more than seven years of experience in community-centred non-profits and a focus on building connection through clear, accessible storytelling. Rachel holds a BSc with a specialization in environment and health from the University of Toronto.
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Rachel So Administrator
Rachel So is the Editor of CERIC’s CareerWise website and CareerWise Weekly newsletter. She brings a strong communications background, with more than seven years of experience in community-centred non-profits and a focus on building connection through clear, accessible storytelling. Rachel holds a BSc with a specialization in environment and health from the University of Toronto.
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