Welcome to Wavemakers!
It was so great connecting with you at the Skills Bridge Summit!
Like the summit, Wavemakers is rooted in one powerful idea: bridging the gap between education and the future of work through skills development.
At Wavemakers, we create opportunities for both students and mentors to develop, refine, and apply the skills that today’s economy demands including collaboration, leadership, adaptability, and innovation.
Krista Pawley, Co-Founder of Wavemakers
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Let’s Help Them Build Future-Ready Skills
The Skills Bridge Summit highlights the importance of preparing learners for a rapidly evolving workplace. That’s exactly what Wavemakers delivers.
Through our innovative and fully accessible virtual work-integrated learning (WIL) program, students have the opportunity to:
Strengthen essential 10 future-proof skills that the Canadian workforce demands, including: Initiative, Communication, Teamwork, Innovation, Active-Problem Solving, Resilience, Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Social & Emotional Learning
Gain real-world experience by working on a team-based project aiming to solve one of the UN Sustainability Goals with diverse peers and industry mentors.
Build a network of professionals who support their growth and career development.
For more information about Wavemakers and to explore partnership opportunities, please contact Alayna Sturge, Partnerships Manager, to discuss how we can bring more opportunities to your students and organizations.
Wavemakers Program Overview Video
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Skills Development Through Mentorship: Leading While Learning
Just as the Skills Bridge Summit fosters connection and shared expertise, Wavemakers empowers professionals to grow by mentoring the next generation.
Becoming a Wavemakers Mentor provides professionals with the opportunity to:
Enhance your leadership and coaching skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Gain fresh perspectives from emerging talent and cross-sector teams.
Invest in your own professional development while giving back to the future workforce.
Interested in Mentoring? Register below to express interest and we will be in touch!
