Uvaro Partners with Boundless Accelerator to Launch Innovative Cleantech Skills Training Initiative

KITCHENER, ON — March 2nd, 2024 — Today, Uvaro is excited to announce the launch of the ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program in strategic partnership with Boundless Accelerator. The ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program is fueled by Upskill Canada, and is part of the first wave of partnership agreements that are taking an industry-oriented approach to supporting Canadian workers. These agreements will help thousands of workers find new careers through skills training and job placement in some of the fastest-growing industries in Canada.

The ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program equips you with specialized sales skills, opening doors in Canada’s rapidly growing cleantech sector. It’s practical, forward-looking, and designed to put you at the forefront of an industry-shaping our future and economy. For program details and application, visit the Boundless Accelerator intake page.

The ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program is a testament to the innovative spirit driving the modern workforce. Supported by funding from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) Upskilling for Industry Initiative, this program will enable more than 15,000 Canadian workers to embark on new career journeys. At the heart of the Upskill Canada initiative is the collaboration between community training providers and local and national employers, ensuring that the training provided aligns perfectly with the industry’s current needs. By equipping workers with these targeted skills, the program not only paves new career pathways for Canadians but also fortifies the position of Canadian companies both domestically and on the global stage.

 Quick Facts:

• Uvaro’s partnership with Boundless Accelerator focuses on supporting the Cleantech sector in Canada.
• 200 selected participants will receive Uvaro’s Premium membership for a full year, including access to a specialized Cleantech course.
• The Course is designed with direct input from Cleantech industry leaders, featuring guest lectures and an industry-relevant curriculum.

Quotes:

“We’re so proud to formally launch Upskill Canada with our inaugural class of workers and training service providers. This is a big first step – but it’s only the beginning. We’re looking forward to working with our supporters in government and industry to upskill many more Canadians, so they can transition into high-demand roles in the modern workforce – and help fast-growing companies achieve their full potential.”
– Rhonda Barnet, CEO of Palette Skills, chosen by ISED to run the Upskill Canada initiative.

“Our partnership with Boundless Accelerator is a testament to both organizations’ commitment to not just educate, but to shape the future leaders of the sustainable technology industry. We’re empowering Canadians to make substantial strides in their careers and contribute to the growth of our economy through clean technology.”
– Joseph Fung, CEO and Co-Founder of Uvaro.

“Boundless Accelerator and Uvaro aim to make a long-lasting impact on the trajectory of the clean technology industry. Our goal is to create a thriving ecosystem in a practical and meaningful way by combining talent with opportunity. Together, we will contribute to the clean technology sector and its growth for generations to come.”
– Alison Crumblehulme, CEO of Boundless Accelerator.

To learn more, visit https://paletteskills.org/upskillcanadaprograms.

About Uvaro:
Uvaro is at the forefront of skill development and career services, specializing in transforming the workforce to meet the demands of today’s industries. Through strategic partnerships, like that with Boundless Accelerator, Uvaro continues to drive innovation and excellence in Canada’s workforce.

About Boundless Accelerator:
Since its inception in 2011 as Innovation Guelph, Boundless Accelerator’s award-winning programs have grown to serve over 1,400 entrepreneurs across Ontario and Canada who are building a strong, inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy.

Boundless Accelerator™ strives to partner with like-minded organizations, like Uvaro, to further support and guide its clients to success, creating a future where entrepreneurship knows no limits.

About Upskill Canada: 
Upskill Canada is a national talent platform dedicated to supporting fast-growing companies in accessing the talent they need to flourish globally, while also forging new career pathways for workers to rapidly transition into high-demand roles. Targeting all regions of the country, Upskill Canada focuses on empowering Canadian-based employers, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and strengthens key growth sectors such as digital technology, cybersecurity, agricultural technology, advanced manufacturing, clean technology, and biomanufacturing.

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Media Contact:
Toya Ribail
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