As part of a recent SSHRC funded knowledge synthesis grant, the Department of Economics and Finance at the University of Guelph will be hosting a workshop titled "Skills and Productivity in the Canadian Economy". The workshop is part of the knowledge dissemination strategy of the grant, and the purpose is to facilitate awareness and stimulate discussion regarding the future needs of the Canadian economy with respect to the skills and resulting productivity of the labor force. The workshop is to be held on November 29th from 9:00-15:00 in building 142 (Rozanski Hall), and lunch will be provided for registered participants, however the event is open to everyone.