economy

Will there be any good jobs in tomorrow’s workplace?

Will there be any good jobs in tomorrow’s workplace?

A UBC economist explores the dramatic loss of skilled jobs in the U.S. economy.

Feb 15, 2014

BC Skills deficit looming in 2016: More jobs than qualified people unless post-secondary capacity expanded

A skills shortage will hit British Columbia in 2016 and continue to grow, unless immediate action is taken to improve access to all types of post-secondary education – university, college and trades.

Jan 29, 2013

UBC experts available to comment on Canada’s 2012 budget

UBC experts will be available on March 29 to provide media commentary and analysis on the funding decisions, politics and potential impacts of Canada’s upcoming federal budget.

Mar 27, 2012

UBC experts available to comment on Enbridge and Keystone debates

UBC experts are available to provide media commentary on two controversial pipeline projects to carry Alberta bitumen to U.S. and foreign markets.

Jan 6, 2012

UBC experts panel on Canada’s election results

Media are invited to attend a UBC panel discussion of Canada’s federal election results on Tuesday, May 3 (10 a.m.), the morning after the election.

May 2, 2011

UBC 2011 federal election experts

UBC experts are available to comment on a number of hot topics related to the possible upcoming Canadian election.

Mar 25, 2011