Talent Canada Op-Ed: Hard Hats, Soft Skills—Why Lasting Equity in Construction Starts with Culture

Canada is in the middle of a national conversation about the future of its workforce, and construction is at the heart of it. In this new Talent Canada op-ed, co‑authored by EllisDon’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Kieran Hawe, and Catalyst Canada’s Julie Cafley, the authors explore what it really takes to build an industry where people of all backgrounds can thrive.

From breaking down long‑standing barriers to creating workplaces grounded in trust, fairness, and opportunity, the piece highlights why leadership today requires more than technical expertise; it requires humanity. Their message is clear: the strongest structures are built not only with concrete and steel, but with culture, accountability, and the willingness to lift others as we rise.

Read the full article here.