Blue Economy Workforce Symposium: Building Careers in Ocean Industries

Join us at the Blue Economy Workforce Symposium—a dynamic one-day event uniting diverse stakeholders from the blue economy sectors to drive workforce development and growth.

Charting the Course of the Blue Economy

Welcome to the Blue Economy Workforce Symposium, an essential gathering for professionals and thought leaders in the ocean industries. This cutting-edge event, featuring a virtual component, offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the latest trends and innovations in the blue economy.

Join us for engaging keynote speeches, insightful panel discussions, and dynamic networking sessions that will delve into workforce adaptation, emerging career opportunities, and the technologies shaping the sector’s future. Whether you’re looking to connect with industry leaders, gain knowledge from experts, or explore new career paths, the Blue Economy Workforce Symposium is the place to be.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative dialogue on building sustainable and rewarding careers in ocean industries.

“Canada’s blue economy should be second to none. That’s why we’re developing a strategy to make our ocean industries more sustainable, more productive and more prosperous. This is about creating more long-term opportunities for our coastal communities, by working with the ocean on its terms. Canadians understand that action on climate change is vital to sustainability and economic growth, and building a thriving, sustainable ocean economy is no different. The Blue Economy Strategy will help steer federal investments and actions, on all three coasts, across all ocean sectors, toward a single goal: to get more Canadians working on and in the water.”

“The oceans are a vital lifeline for Indigenous peoples in Canada’s North and Arctic, for everything from hunting, to fishing, to the delivery of goods through Sealift. It is essential that the unique needs of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities in the North are reflected in Canada’s Blue Economy Strategy. This will help drive future activities that protect these waters while enhancing economic opportunities. That is why we need partners from across Canada to engage in the development of this important strategy.”

“If Canada is going to remain a leader in the blue economy, we need to continue to develop new technologies and solutions that allow us to increase productivity in our ocean sectors while enhancing their protection to ensure sustainability. Our world leading ocean-innovators will play a vital role in the future of our ocean sectors.”

“Our ocean economy will only continue to grow, and by having a comprehensive Blue Economy Strategy, we can ensure that our actions and investments are coordinated to ensure proper stewardship of Canada’s blue resources. This will in turn lead to long-term economic prosperity for those who depend on our ocean sectors, including tourism businesses in coastal communities.”

Our Mission at the Blue Economy Workforce Symposium

We’re dedicated to promoting sustainable ocean resource utilization, driving economic growth, creating jobs, and preserving ocean ecosystem health. Our approach is inclusive and collaborative, involving a range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to discuss the challenges facing our developing blue workforce.

What Awaits You at the Symposium

Engage with leaders and innovators, participate in interactive sessions, and build networks across various blue economy sectors. Our symposium is a collaborative space that will encourage insightful discussions, cutting-edge strategies, and actionable solutions for developing a skilled and sustainable workforce to support the future of our oceans.

Meet the Change Makers

The Sustainable Blue Economy Summit 2024 unites government officials, environmental professionals, industry visionaries, academic leaders, Indigenous communities, and advocates, all committed to a sustainable ocean future.

About the Organizers

ECO Canada

ECO Canada spearheads Canada’s environmental industry, focusing on job creation, training, and labour market research. We collaborate with various sectors to support a skilled and sustainable workforce in Canada’s environmental sector.

Future Skills Centre

The Future Skills Centre is committed to equipping Canadians with essential skills for a rapidly evolving labor market, driven by technological, demographic, environmental, and geopolitical shifts. Our Strategic Plan outlines a vision for a dynamic, responsive workforce, addressing new opportunities and challenges in Canada’s changing employment landscape.

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Blue Economy Workforce Symposium: Building Careers in Ocean Industries

Charting the Course of the Blue Economy

Our Mission at the Blue Economy Workforce Symposium

What Awaits You at the Symposium

Meet the Change Makers

About the Organizers

ECO Canada

Future Skills Centre

Thank You To Our Partners

We extend our thanks to our partners whose support is invaluable in making the Sustainable Blue Economy Summit 2024 a success.

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