Learning Priorities

As an ESDC employee, you have access to a wealth of learning activities and resources; be sure to bookmark this page and regularly visit the Learning Catalogue below for the latest opportunities, or contact your Learning Centre for more information.

Not sure which learning offerings to register for? Check out ESDC’s 2019-2022 Learning Priorities, which reflect global workforce trends as well as departmental and government-wide priorities. The College@ESDC and its partners use these Learning Priorities to strategically develop learning strategies and offerings that help you thrive in your present and future workplace, by building your competencies in:

  • Supporting service transformation;
  • Fostering a healthy and inclusive workplace; and
  • Strengthening your foundational skills.

Download the interactive ESDC’s 2019-2022 Learning Priorities (PDF, 233 KB) to learn more!

2019-2020 ESDC Learning Priorities. Long description below

  • Long Description

    2019-2022 ESDC Learning Priorities

    1. Transformation and Results for Canadians
      1. Digital Mindset
        1. Digital Technology
        2. Data Literacy
        3. Cognitive Flexibility (Growth Mindset)
      2. Strategic and Analytical Thinking
        1. Innovation
        2. Design Thinking
        3. Storytelling
        4. Achieving Results
    2. Healthy and Inclusive Workplaces and Services
      1. Intercultural Competence
        1. Indigenous Awareness and Reconciliation
        2. Unconscious Bias
        3. Diversity, Accessibility and Inclusion
      2. Workplace Well-Being
        1. Healthy Workplaces
        2. Organizational Health and Safety
    3. Foundational Skills
      1. ESDC Mandatory Training Curricula
      2. Management and Leadership at All Levels
      3. Official Languages Learning
      4. Operational Training
        1. Service Excellence
        2. Project Management
      5. Enabling Competencies
        1. Communications
        2. Knowledge of Technology

You can take action on this year’s learning priorities by consulting the National Learning Catalogue below and registering for the offerings of your choice on Saba. Please note: The catalogue is updated frequently as new offerings are confirmed throughout the year. Check back often for the latest options.

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