Webinars

Research Impact Canada often hosts webinars around topics in knowledge mobilization and research impact. Recordings from these webinars can be found here.

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Narrative CVs

The Tri-Agency (SSHRC, CIHR, and NSERC) recently introduced narrative-style CVs for their competitions and it is currently being piloted in a few funding competitions. Narrative CVs allow a more holistic story of a researcher’s impact by highlighting the quality and context of contributions —whether in advancing knowledge, mentoring, collaboration, knowledge mobilization, or service to communities. […]

Institutional Knowledge Mobilization Planning

On May 22, 2025, Research Impact Canada (RIC) ‘s Professional Development Committee hosted a webinar called “Institutional Knowledge Mobilization Planning.” The webinar shared findings from a recent study conducted by Dr. Stephen MacGregor, Assistant Professor, University of Calgary, that analyzed four research-intensive universities’ KMb planning documents and highlighted key features, such as stakeholder engagement, resource […]

Pathways to Jobs: Microcredentials, Work-Integrated Learning, and Labour Market Information

On April 24, 2025, the FSC Community of Practice, in collaboration with Research Impact Canada and Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC), hosted a peer learning group on “Pathways to Jobs: Microcredentials, Work-Integrated Learning, and Labour Market Information.” In this session, we discussed how to upskill employees while aligning development with the organization’s goals. The goal of […]

Innovating for Impact: Evaluation and Learning in Canada’s Skills Ecosystem

On February 19, 2025, the FSC Community of Practice, in collaboration with Research Impact Canada and Blueprint, hosted a peer learning group on “Innovating for Impact: Evaluation and Learning in Canada’s Skills Ecosystem.” In this session, we discussed myths and misconceptions about evaluation and showcased practical evaluation tools and resources that participants can use in their […]

Empowering Youth in Canada: Navigating Career Prospects and Well-Being

On October 31, 2024, the FSC Community of Practice, in collaboration with Research Impact Canada and ELITE Program for Black Youth at the University of Alberta, hosted a peer learning group on “Empowering Youth in Canada: Navigating Career Prospects and Well-Being.” In this session, we discussed how to close workforce disparities among youth by equipping […]

Empowering Canada’s Workforce for a Sustainable Future

On September 13, 2024, the FSC Community of Practice, in collaboration with Research Impact Canada and Smart Prosperity Institute, hosted a peer learning group “Empowering Canada’s Workforce for a Sustainable Future.” This session focused on the skills and knowledge needed to equip Canada’s workforce to thrive in the transition towards a net-zero economy. The goal […]

Leveraging Newcomer Talent to Empower Canada’s Workforce

On August 28, 2024, the FSC Community of Practice, in collaboration with Research Impact Canada and Immigrant Employment Council of BC, hosted a peer learning group on “Leveraging Newcomer Talent to Empower Canada’s Workforce.” This session focused on how organizations can support the integration of newcomers into the Canadian workforce and examined the impact on […]

Elevate Your Career with AI (Webinar)

On December 6th, 2023, Research Impact Canada invited Danny Mirza, Lead Career Consultant at Coventry University, UK, to host a webinar in which he showcased AI tools that can be used to enhance productivity by automating tasks and creating efficient workflows. This interactive webinar provided an opportunity to learn about how to apply generative AI […]

ChatGPT for Skills and Workforce Development Professionals (Webinar)

On November 16th, 2023, Research Impact Canada invited Danny Mirza, Lead Career Consultant at Coventry University, UK, to host a webinar in which he guided participants through the basics of using ChatGPT to automate tasks and improve client engagement and career readiness. This interactive webinar provided an opportunity to learn about how to apply generative […]