I only need about 30 seconds.
Now is the time for employers to provide more information to universities, colleges, and provincial and territorial governments about what they need from their employees. In recent conversations I've had with an employer, they indicate that they need engineers who have not only technical competencies and analytical skills, but also better writing and stakeholder management skills. This kind of information is invaluable.
As part of the agreements between the provinces and territories and the federal government, Engineers Canada recommends that data collection from all participants be improved, especially from employers. That information must be made available to academia, professions, employers, provincial and territorial ministers of education, and policy-makers in skills, immigration, education, and economic development.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak with you today. I'm happy to take any of your questions.