ICTC introduces new AI bootcamps for employers and students to increase adoption in priority sectors

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Or sign-in if you have an account.OTTAWA, July 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) has announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) bootcamps for businesses and post-secondary students to increase AI adoption in priority sectors across Canada.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThe new 8-week bootcamps, funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), will provide industry-relevant AI skills that address AI fundamentals, sector-specific applications, agentic AI, and using AI in robotics and industrial Internet of Things (IoT) environments. The bootcamps respond to the need for postsecondary students entering today’s competitive workforce to rapidly gain practical AI skills, and for employers to meaningfully adopt AI into their workforce.ICTC’s new AI bootcamps also respond to the Government of Canada’s target of boosting business adoption of AI to more than 60 per cent by 2034 and supporting AI-related job opportunities for students. The bootcamps are being designed by subject matter experts in priority sectors across Canada, including aerospace and defence, manufacturing and robotics, and energy and natural resources.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“By connecting industry needs with hands-on AI training, these work-integrated learning opportunities help close the gap between talent and technology,” said the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency of Northern Ontario. “As the world of work is changing, these bootcamps build the skills businesses and students need to confidently apply AI on the job.”“At a time when AI adoption is becoming essential to Canada’s economic growth, ICTC’s new AI bootcamps reflect ICTC’s commitment to equipping both students and employers with the practical, job-ready skills needed to thrive in the era of AI,” said Namir Anani, President & CEO of ICTC. “By combining foundational knowledge with hands-on, sector-specific applications, this new initiative is designed to accelerate real-world adoption, and job readiness, in areas that are most strategic to our economic future. We are proud to continue connecting emerging talent with industry needs, strengthening Canada’s innovation capacity, and supporting Canada’s vision of making AI accessible and impactful for all Canadians.”The new initiative builds on ICTC’s work-integrated learning program, which helps Canadian employers grow their businesses by providing wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students in tech-related roles, enabling faster access to job-ready talent, reducing hiring risk, and supporting digital transformation initiatives, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. ICTC’s work-integrated learning program has supported over 26,800 students and 4,800 employers across Canada since 2017.The new AI bootcamps will launch in September 2026 to employers and their respective student hires enrolled in ICTC’s work-integrated learning program. New employers interested in receiving wage subsidies for student hires and enrolling in the bootcamp are encouraged to register their interest here.The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is a neutral, not-for-profit national centre of expertise with the mission of strengthening Canada’s digital advantage in the global economy. For over 30 years, ICTC has delivered forward-looking research, practical policy advice, and capacity-building solutions for individuals and businesses. The organization’s goal is to ensure that technology is utilized to drive economic growth and innovation and that Canada’s workforce remains competitive on a global scale. This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.