| Navigating Canada’s economic landscape: Innovating skills and talent for a resilient future. Innovating Canada. Toronto Metropolitan University | Publication | 2024-04-01 | Cukier, W. |
| Newcomer Pathways to Employment: Immigrations as an Engine for Growth and Innovation. Canadian Diversity, 19(4). Toronto Metropolitan University | Publication | 2023-01-01 | Cukier, W. |
| Newcomer Pathways to Employment: Supporting Newcomer Pathways into the Labour Market. Canadian Diversity, 19(4), 40-45. Toronto Metropolitan University | Publication | 2023-01-01 | Cukier, W. |
| Artificial Intelligence and (Other) Innovations in TechnologyPlenary Session in AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-08 | Ebrahim Bagheri, Cukier, W. |
| Advancing Skills Training for Black Youth: A Panel Discussion. CANNEXUS 2024. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-01-30 | Mohamed Elmi, Cukier, W. |
| AI and Future world of workPlenary Session in AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-09 | Cukier, W. |
| AI for All: A Framework to Upskill for the Future of WorkDiversity Institute presented AI for All: A Framework to Upskill for the Future of Work at the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education Conference Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-06-02 | Cukier, W. |
| AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International ConferenceWelcome note and chairmanship of AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference at St. John's. Memorial University, Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-08 | Fang, T., Cukier, W. |
| Canada in the international context - Driving inclusivity in the newcomer employment system2024 Metropolis Conference,
March 2024 Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-03-13 | Cukier, W., Guang Ying Mo |
| Catalyst Canada: Reimagining Business Immigration An insightful roundtable discussion which explores the economic immigration policy issues from a long-term prosperity perspective. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-01 | Cukier, W. |
| Digital and New Approaches to Skills Training, Reskilling and UpskillingMetropolis 2025 Conference brought together leaders from across sectors to explore key issues shaping the future of immigration, inclusion, and workforce integration in Canada. The conference featured sessions on the use of AI to support immigrant settlement and employment, digital innovations in skills training, and the role of media in shaping public perceptions of immigration. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-03-13 | Cukier, W. |
| Digital Skills Training for Equity-Deserving Groups. Skills for Success Forum. Virtual. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-09-09 | Cukier, W. |
| Internationally trained healthcare professionalsDue to Canada’s growing healthcare demands, aging population, and persistent labor shortages in the healthcare industry, international trained healthcare professionals (ITHP) are considered important resources that can fill gaps in the labour market. However, many ITHPs face various challenges in the labour market. This session starts with a macro-level study reflecting the labour market outcomes of ITHPs and changes in the professions over time. It is followed by presentations on various aspects of the topic, using a variety of methods, including a case study on pre-arrival services, a comprehensive review of barriers and enablers in the ecosystem, and policy recommendations. Toronto Metropolitan University, | Activity | 2025-03-14 | Cukier, W., Sweetman, A. |
| Labour Market Trends in Canada: Impacts of DigitizationPlenary Session in AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-08 | Cukier, W. |
| Leading Canada’s Economic Growth: Best practices for employers on Immigration, Equity, Diversity and InclusionPlenary Session in AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference Memorial University, Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-09 | Fang, T., Cukier, W. |
| Newcomer skills recognition: Technology & innovation for full, equal and meaningful participation in the economy. Metropolis Americas: Summit on Migrant Rights, Future Skills Center, New York City, USA. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2023-12-11 | Cukier, W. |
| Pathways to Career Success for Newcomers. Canada’s Labour Market and Skills. Pathways to Career Success (P2CS) Virtual Fair. Canada. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-04-25 | Cukier, W. |
| Pathways to Employment: Career Mobility and Upskilling for Newcomers and Immigrants. Leveraging Newcomer Talent To Empower Canada's Workforce. Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-08-22 | Cukier, W. |
| Plenary Session: Artificial Intelligence and (Other) Innovations in TechnologyStructured as a Question and Answer period, the Moderator will direct discussion equally across the panel and allow for panelist-panelist discussion, when relevant. Questions will be submitted by registered participants in the conference prior to the conference’s inauguration. In this session, no time will be given for questions from the audience.
Panelist 1: Richard Freeman, Professor of Economics (Harvard University) Panelist 2: Ebrahim Bagheri, Professor of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering, Canada Research Chair in Social Information Retrieval, and National Science and Engineering Research Council Industrial Research Chair in Social Media Analytics (Toronto Metropolitan University)
Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-08 | Cukier, W., Ebrahim Bagheri |
| Session: Remote work and worker productivityPlenary Session in AI, Remote Work, and Productivity: An International Conference Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-09 | Cukier, W. |
| Use of AI to Support ImmigrantsThis panel discusses the use of AI in supporting immigrants in settlement and employment, which offers new opportunities to foster inclusion, economic growth, and workforce efficiency. Using an ecological system framework, the presenters will shed light on AI-driven tools, designed for employers, community stakeholders, and immigrant jobseekers, that help simplify credential recognition, match immigrants with suitable job opportunities, and plan career pathways. As Canada faces labor shortages, AI-driven solutions enhance immigrants’ success while strengthening the country’s overall economic resilience and diversity. This panel will also discuss the risks or ethical concerns of using AI in the labour market.
Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-03-13 | Cukier, W. |
| Workshop at StrikeUp 2025Dr. Wendy Cukier examined how AI is transforming the workplace and the challenges businesses encounter in adopting it responsibly during the workshop for StrikeUp 2025. The session addressed skill gaps, tool awareness, and the ethical and privacy concerns surrounding AI integration. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-01-20 | Cukier, W. |
| Interview with Meaghan Beavis (TMU) & Dr. Wendy CukierWendy had an interview with Meaghan Beavis (TMU) on advancing research at the crossroads of immigration, skills and jobs. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-01-26 | Cukier, W. |
| "Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Strategy: Employer Training for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs),The session also addressed
ways to enhance and monitor progress in implementing best practices for EDI. It covered the current state
of EDI in Canadian SMEs, the six dimensions to consider in an EDI strategy, and provided resources such
as the Diversity Assessment Tool. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-07-23 | Cukier, W. |
| Skills for Success (SFS) Annual Forum."The panel's discussion focused on
Theme #1: Digital Skills Training - Supporting Underrepresented Groups." Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2024-09-19 | Cukier, W. |
| Strengthening Pathways to Employment: Skills Training and Entrepreneurship for Newcomers.Research team successfully submitted an abstract for the Bridging Divides Toronto Retreat devoted to Strengthening Pathways to Employment: Skills Training and Entrepreneurship for Newcomers. Toronto Metropolitan University | Activity | 2025-05-15 | Cukier, W. |
| Bridging the Gender Gap: Skills for the Advancement of Women. Diversity Institute. Toronto Metropolitan University | Publication | 2024-08-01 | Monica Gagnon, Cukier, W. |
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