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As Policy Lead, Skills & Higher Education at RBC Thought Leadership, Jackie drives conversation between policymakers, educators and employers, and provides actionable insights to strengthen Canada’s workforce and human capital advantage. Before joining RBC Thought Leadership, Jackie was Director of Policy, Research & Partnerships at the provincial research agency, Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario.
Jackie also worked as a consultant at an Indigenous advisory services firm, focusing on workforce development strategies, and helped launch Simon Fraser University’s Public Square initiative, which builds connections between the university and surrounding communities.
Jackie has a Bachelor of Arts from Queen’s University and a Master’s of Public Policy from Simon Fraser University.
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Takeaways
I really like the idea of adding earnings data to each post-secondary program that offers PGWP. That way, a student overseas comparing two diplomas would then know which one improves their odds of staying before paying international fees for either.
Newcomer retention is such a thorny, complex topic. Folks have to consider income and employment. And even when they get a great job, the big city still has its draw. And then you throw in access to services or the presence of a community. I guess you can try to build community wherever you are, but it's easier said than done. Especially because building community is a two-way street.
Links
Where to find Jackie:
Jackie Pichette; LinkedIn
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