Aéro Montréal's mission is to mobilize stakeholders in Quebec's aerospace ecosystem to support its global reach, innovation capacity and growth. | // MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT | Dear members, dear partners,
Just a month ago, Aéro Montréal renewed its tradition of organizing a day at the Québec National Assembly. This event, which is intended to represent the industry's needs to government officials, had not taken place since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Aéro Montréal's Board of Directors turned out en masse for the occasion. More than 20 members were on hand to meet with representatives from 11 government departments. We all approached the day with one idea in mind: to highlight the need to find solutions to fill the 41,500 jobs that will become available in our sector over the next decade. As part of this proactive approach, Board members had the opportunity to meet with key government players. In addition to our meeting with Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development and Minister Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region, we also met with Pascale Déry, Minister of Higher Education, and Kateri Champagne Jourdain, Minister of Employment, to discuss ways to overcome the talent shortage that is hampering our growth. These discussions were complemented by fruitful meetings with the team from the Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI). We are encouraged by the growing closeness with this ministry, and we’re already beginning to see the tangible benefits of these discussions. At the start of next year, we’ll be holding an information meeting with the MIFI team to review immigration processes, tools to facilitate retention and French language training for foreign workers. We will also take the opportunity to update you on upcoming recruitment opportunities. Don't miss it! Of course, this is just the beginning, and we’ll need to continue our efforts over the coming year to accelerate the implementation of effective actions. As a member of the cluster, you have a role to play too: by sharing what you do every day and the skills you’ll need tomorrow, you’ll help to expand the talent pool we’ll be building for years to come. | MÉLANIE LUSSIER
President
AÉRO MONTRÉAL | | YOU'VE JUST STARTED YOUR ROLE AS PRESIDENT OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES WORKING GROUP. WHAT ARE ITS MAIN OBJECTIVES? | The Working Group will be focusing its actions on THREE PRIORITY AREAS :
- Implementing a strategy to attract the next generation of workers to the many employment opportunities in the industry.
- Continuing discussions with the government to position the aerospace industry.
- Sharing best practices among OEMs and SMEs alike.
| WHAT CONCRETE ACTIONS WILL THE WORKING GROUP TAKE IN 2024? | Several types of action are planned:
➤ Implementing an action plan to follow up on the study of the next generation’s perception of our industry.
➤ Reaching out to young people in schools and introducing them to the dynamism of the aerospace industry.
➤ Regularly share our actions across the cluster to maximize our impact.
➤ Interacting with different levels of government to get the support our industry deserves.
➤ Continue to raise the profile of our SMEs among the next generation of workers. | WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BEST PRACTICES THAT COMPANIES HAVE ADOPTED TO EXPAND THEIR CANDIDATE POOL? | For both OEMs and SMEs, the companies that come out on top will be those able to:
➤ Promote a positive image of the sector and its employment opportunities.
➤ Work on their employer brand to reach new generations.
➤ Implement effective DE&I policies.
➤ Use immigration to meet their short-term needs. | WHAT ARE THE WINNING LEVERS TO ATTRACT THE NEXT GENERATION TO THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY? | We have a collective challenge to win back the next generation by:
➤ Demonstrating the industrial resilience and diversification of our industry.
➤ Communicating long-term employment prospects.
➤ Providing concrete examples of a highly innovative industry at the forefront of technology, in particular thanks to artificial intelligence. | INCORPORATING AN EDI SUPPORT PROGRAM » DESIGNED FOR AEROSPACE SMES TO DEVELOP A TALENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGY TO PROMOTE AN INCLUSIVE CORPORATE CULTURE __ | | The industry currently faces challenges including gender inequality, lack of ethnic and cultural diversity, and the impending retirement of the Baby Boomer and Gen X generations. Companies must therefore innovate and rethink their strategy to attract, recruit and retain the most qualified people. | Today, employees are not only concerned about their personal financial satisfaction when accepting a position but want to work for an employer who:
➤ values balance between personal and professional life
➤ exerts a positive influence on society
➤ is at the forefront of sustainability
➤ actively encourages environmental, social and governance principles
➤ promotes a culture focused on EDI issues. | HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK? » What ?
Inclusive Succession Planning aims to implement an action plan to increase awareness, promote careers to various audiences, and facilitate the recruitment and growth of a workforce from the diversity. » How ?
The program begins with a comprehensive diagnosis to assess the organization’s level of equity-diversity-inclusion (EDI) maturity. Then, a personalized concerted action plan is put in place to support companies and equip them to be more inclusive. » Why ?
Integrating an EDI program into a company's vision and values helps organizations attract and retain talent, and increase their brand image and workforce effectiveness, in addition to improving their competitiveness. | BENEFITS
- The support offered makes it possible to prioritize concrete and diligent actions to develop an inclusive culture within the company. - 1 – Support worth $10,000 for only $2,000 investment
2 – Concrete solutions to expand labor pools
3 – Personalized recommendations
4 – Promotes an attractive public image for talents
5 – Increases the feeling of inclusion of employees
6 – Development of a strategic vision of EDI management
7 – Promotes talent retention
8 – Enhances the value of the employer brand
9 – Promotes workforce motivation and engagement | // LOOK BACK ON THE GILLES-DEMERS AWARDS GALA | AÉRO MONTRÉAL RECOGNIZES THE EXCELLENCE OF QUEBEC AEROSPACE SMES DURING THE 5th GILLES-DEMERS AWARDS GALA » The winning SMEs were revealed during a prestigious gala evening on December 8, 2023. More and more SMEs stand out for their ability to respond to the constantly evolving challenges of their transforming sector. During a gala, eight exceptional SMEs were honored as part of the 2023 Gilles-Demers Awards. 307 guests celebrated the work and accomplishments of these SMEs to whom we offer our most sincere congratulations: | // INDUSTRY NEWS
:: The latest news about the Québec aerospace industry. | AIRBUS' CARBON REMOVAL INITIATIVE GETS FIRST NORTH AMERICAN AIRLINE SIGN UP FROM AIR CANADA » On November 30, Airbus announced a contract was signed with Air Canada for the airplane manufacturer's carbon-removal initiative. Air Canada is the first North American airline to sign up for The Airbus Carbon Capture Offer, which uses Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS) technology to offer airlines worldwide carbon removal credits to advance their decarbonisation goals. __ TO LEARN MORE ABOUT AIRBUS' CARBON CAPTURE OFFERING AND DACCS, VISIT THEIR WEBSITE HERE. + READ THE FULL PRESS RELEASE | JOURNÉES QUÉBEC MEXIQUE » Do you want to recruit talent in Mexico in aerospace? Is your company looking for qualified personnel? Register for the Journées Québec Mexique, an international recruitment mission dedicated to the aerospace sector. The event will be held in Mexico City on May 11 and 12, 2024.
With more than 350 companies, 60,000 workers and 29 educational establishments offering specialized programs to train the next generation in aerospace, Mexico is an essential territory to meet your labor needs.
» Dates to remember:
➤ February 23, 2024: registration deadline
➤ April 2024: pre-selection of candidates to meet
➤ May 11 and 12, 2024: on-site interviews in Mexico City
__ EXPAND YOUR FIELD OF RESEARCH. BET ON INTERNATIONAL! + INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION | ARTICLE BY IMMIJOB * » Are you a company working in the aerospace sector in Quebec, and are you having difficulty filling your positions? International recruitment could be a solution.
“In addition to offering a large pool of candidates, it allows you to access new qualified talents from the sector abroad. Two birds with one stone: you support the growth of your company thanks to qualified workers while filling your positions.”
IMMIJOB is a job site operated by Immetis. Permis Agence de Recrutement de Travailleurs Étrangers Temporaires : AR-2101518. __ DISCOVER THE IMMIJOB ARTICLE ON INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT IN THE AEROSPACE SECTOR. ( *Only available in French ) + READ THE ARTICLE | SURVEY FOR A BETTER TRAINING OFFER FOR MANAGERS » Take part in the major project on the continuing training of first-level managers.
The Regroupement des cégeps de Montréal (RCM) collects data in order to paint a picture of the current situation and improve the training offer for managers via a Léger survey. The information provided as part of this survey remains strictly confidential and anonymous. The survey takes approximately ten minutes to complete.
The RCM brought together several partners for a major project financed by the Conseil emploi métropole (CEM) on the continuing training of first-level managers. A summary of the results of the survey will be available during the winter.
➤ For more information, contact Jean-François Roulier.
__ TO ANSWER, CLICK ON THE LINK THAT CORRESPONDS TO YOUR SITUATION: + SURVEY FOR EMPLOYERS + SURVEY FOR 1st LEVEL MANAGERS | TOP ACES ANNOUNCES IMPORTANT UPGRADE TO CONTRACTED AIRBORNE TRAINING SERVICES (CATS) PROGRAM IN CANADA THROUGH 2029 » Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilots will benefit from an enhanced level of adversary air training
Top Aces, the world's leading provider of advanced adversary air (ADAIR) and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training to allied forces, today announced the extension and amendment of its pre-existing CATS agreement with Canada through October 2029. Operating a fleet of upgraded Dassault/Dornier Alpha Jets and Bombardier Learjet 35s, Top Aces has been a trusted training partner of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) since 2005. __ TO GET FULL DETAILS: + READ THE TOP ACES PRESS RELEASE + READ THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT PRESS RELEASE | ALTITUDE AEROSPACE is a leading engineering firm and Transport Canada DAO, specializing in conceptual design, modifications and repairs both for the development of new aircraft programs as well as support for existing aircraft fleets. Strategically operating from Canada, Europe and the United States, their team of more than 130 people has gained a solid reputation with OEMs through close collaboration on the development of major aircraft programs, as well as supporting numerous airlines, MROs and operators worldwide in the modification, cabin reconfiguration and repair of their aircraft fleets. THEY SUPPORT THEIR CUSTOMERS IN EITHER STAFFING OR WORK PACKAGES FOR THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES: ➤ Product development: aerostructures, interiors, system installation, tooling design
➤ In service support: damage assessment, repairs, 24/7 AOG support, STCs, maintenance engineering
➤ Aircraft modifications: special mission aircraft, cabin reconfigurations, VIP & Pax to freighters conversions | AÉRO MONTRÉAL VISIT AT ALTITUDE AEROSPACE During their visit to ALTITUDE AEROSPACE, representatives of Aéro Montréal, Philippe Dessertenne, Director, Next Generation and Sustainable Development, Valentina Contreras, Member Services and Accounting Advisor and Nathan Gueidon, Project Manager, were welcomed by Nancy Venneman, Founder and CEO of the Group as well as President of Altitude Aerospace Inc. Canada, Fadi Al-Ahmed, Executive Vice President and Director of Engineering, Sebastien Godart, Vice President, Business Development and Élodie Ferretto, Human Resources Manager. | + IN ADDITION TO PARTICIPATING IN COMMERCIAL MISSIONS, THE MRO WORKING GROUP AND CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS EVENTS, ALTITUDE AEROSPACE TAKES PART IN 3 VALUE-ADDED INITIATIVES TO CONTINUE ITS GROWTH ↴ | 1 Inclusive succession planning - Multi-sector initiative that deploys an action plan to respond to workforce challenges, as part of the establishment of an inclusive succession planning strategy (EDI). | 2 Eco-responsability - Supports the environmental commitment of companies, the development of new products, new processes and new eco-responsible markets. | 3 Accelerator 360° - Fully integrated and flexible lever designed to facilitate meetings and business opportunities in order to accelerate the growth of SMEs in the Quebec aerospace industry. | |
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