Future of Work and Housing
Event Information
Event description
Description
Please join us at
The Impact of Demographic Shift on Future of Work and Housing
a research symposium being held on November 17, 2017, at the Scotiabank Theatre on Saint Mary’s University campus.
The event will provide a platform for stakeholders to share their thoughts on how the changing age distribution of population affects workplaces and housing in Nova Scotia, what challenges are emerging for policymakers and communities, and how these challenges may be addressed.
Keynote Speakers
- Simon D’Entremont, Deputy Minister Nova Scotia Department of Seniors
- Dr. Suzanne Cook, York University
Panel on the Future of Work
- Dr. Karen Foster, Dalhousie University,
- Thomas Storring, Nova Scotia Department of Finance and Treasury
- Jo-anne Stone, The Stone Group
Panel on the Future of Housing
- Dr. Martha MacDonald, Saint Mary’s University
- Jillian MacLellan, Halifax Regional Municipality
- Moderator: Ian Munro, Halifax Partnership
Similar events are being planned in the other three Atlantic Provinces. Based on the proceedings of these events, ARGEIAD will prepare a report which will be made available to our stakeholders.
