Forecasting Skills Supply: A Career-Centric Approach to Labour Market Models

Accurate forecasting of skills supply is essential for effective workforce planning, yet many current models fall short. They often focus only on workers’ current occupations, overlooking the skills people gain through education and career progression. 

In this webinar, The Conference Board of Canada, in partnership with the Future Skills Centre, will explore the current state of skills supply forecasting in Canada—what’s working, what’s missing, and why it matters. We’ll also share insights from recent research that aims to improve how we model the evolution of skills over time, using demographic and educational trends to better reflect the realities of the labour market. The session will be especially relevant for policymakers, educators, and workforce planners seeking more reliable tools to inform decisions.