Building the People Who Will
Lead Canada's Innovation Economy

CILAR is the catalyst that connects industry, government, educators, and communities to build inclusive pathways into Canada’s innovation economy. We close the gap between where technology is going and where Canada’s workforce is today by ensuring the diversity of our people becomes the competitive advantage that drives our prosperity.
280
Executives
in reciprocal mentoring
$1,150,000
in programs advancing equity,
innovation and economic opportunity
546
Increased mentoring opportunities
for BIPOC youth in tech & innovation
100,000
Canadians planned to be
upskilled in AI by 2030

AI Powered Futures

AI Powered Futures is an applied upskilling program that helps retail professionals build practical AI literacy, stronger professional judgment, and confidence using AI in workplace settings

CCNDR Nonprofit AI Skilling Program

Working in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR), CILAR designed and developed a comprehensive dual-track curriculum that supports learners at different stages of AI adoption and organizational responsibility.

AI Build Experience

The AI Build Experience was created to bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders, community partners, and ecosystem builders who are ready to explore how AI can support real challenges and open new opportunities.

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CILAR Blog

Take a look at our CILAR blog to stay up-to-date with current topics.

In The News

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Talent Playbook

This playbook reflects the guidance and multi-sectoral experience of leaders across the innovation economy who contributed their wisdom, professional and lived experiences, and subject matter expertise to bring this work to life.

Equitable AI Governance Playbook

The playbook will serve as a practical reference to support CILAR and its ecosystem partners in understanding equitable AI governance considerations, assessing AI readiness, and informing future decisions related to the CILAR AI Readiness Scorecard, including potential proof-of-concept development.

FairHire.AI

Partnering with the John Howard Society of Ontario, CILAR has developed and piloted a chatbot that supports Fair Chance Coalition members and provides scalable FCH content and enhances engagement.

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AI POWERED 
FUTURES

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