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Global News
3 days ago
- Business
- Global News
Saskatoon Homelessness Action Plan takes another step forward
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Saskatoon's Governance and Priorities Committee is now seeking council approval to lead several new initiatives in the Saskatoon Homelessness Action Plan (SHAP). Some of those tasks include incentives for affordable housing conversions, support for affordable housing providers and the establishment of a community land trust. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy City Manager Jeff Jorgenson noted progress from the provincial government regarding treatment centres and shelter beds, with a 60-bed facility expected to be announced soon. The plan is still being finalized and is subject to council approval. Watch the video above for more on the story.
Forbes
17-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The AI-Readiness Crisis: Why Businesses Can't Wait for Universities
Jyoti Shah is a Director of Applications Development, a GenAI tech leader, mentor, innovation advocate, and Women In Tech advisor at ADP. More than half of recent college graduates don't know if their colleges have prepared them for "the use of generative AI," according to a Cengage Group cited by Higher Ed Dive, while about 66% of employers feel that potential job candidates should have "foundational knowledge" of generative AI tools. This disconnect is causing problems for the hiring process—especially, in my experience, for recent computer science grads. In my role, I've spoken with dozens of bright developers who have never used GitHub Copilot, have no idea how machine-learning pipelines or observability frameworks work and don't comprehend how SHAP or LIME describe models. Let me be clear: This is a reflection of how quickly industry changes and how slowly academia adjusts, not of these developers' abilities. Having managed international AI engineering teams, I've seen how these gaps manifest locally as longer onboarding times, a lack of trust in AI tools and lost chances to streamline development cycles. To solve this challenge, companies can't wait for universities to catch up to AI. They need to find ways to train engineers to adapt to this ever-changing technology. According to a 2024 survey from Kyndryl, 71% of business leaders feel their workforce is not yet ready to leverage AI, with many citing the lack of "skilled talent needed to manage AI" as a major reason. Companies without an AI-savvy workforce are compelled to postpone deployments, contract out critical functions or deal with poor product quality. The good news is that, according to McKinsey, nearly half of employees want more formal AI training, but other research shows that only 31% of employers are providing AI training. When AI talent can't be hired fast enough, it must be developed from within. Big Tech is already working on this, with Microsoft, Google, IBM, Intel, SAP and Cisco collectively planning to train over 100 million workers. I've seen the success of these types of programs at my own company, where we set up an internal AI bootcamp, started hands-on labs that were directly related to real-world projects and matched junior engineers with mentors who had experience with AI. To promote practical upskilling, we also host project-focused webinars, arrange hackathons with an AI focus and assign structured learning paths on sites like Udemy to guarantee ongoing improvement. Based on these experiences, here are five ways to bridge the AI skills gap at your organization: 1. Launch an internal AI learning program. Instead of using pre-made tutorials, create learning tracks centered on actual issues that your engineers encounter, such as using AI for CI/CD optimization, auto-generating test cases or enhancing search relevance with natural language processing. 2. Make AI a core part of DevOps. AI is not an "optional add-on." Tools like Amazon CodeWhisperer and GitHub Copilot are quickly taking over as the standard. Integrate them into documentation procedures, deployment flows and code reviews. 3. Promote peer mentorship. While formal training has its place, one-on-one, contextual mentoring frequently works better. Establish "AI champion" positions and facilitate team members' real-time shadowing and learning. 4. Measure AI tool adoption. Keep track of how often engineers use AI tools for backlog grooming, testing, debugging and code commits. Organize frequent hackathons or internal demonstrations centered on AI-enhanced engineering. 5. Partner with academic institutions. Talk to the faculty at the schools you hire a lot from. Provide real-world problem statements, fund student projects with an AI theme or collaborate on developing modular course materials. It helps your brand and the talent pipeline. There is no longer any room for speculation regarding the move toward AI-native development. It has already arrived. In addition to writing code, developers are now expected to work with machines to direct and verify the output of AI. Businesses that don't facilitate this change will experience increased turnover, higher training expenses and decreased developer productivity. On the other hand, companies will gain a compounding advantage if they make AI fluency a strategic capability for all engineers, not just data scientists. They will attract top talent who wish to build for the future rather than the past, ship more quickly and adapt better. Don't wait for the AI gap to be filled by higher education. Begin within your organization. Invest in mentorship, align tooling with learning and cultivate an internal culture of AI fluency. The ability to code with AI is more important than simply knowing how to code in the future of software engineering. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs and technology executives. Do I qualify?
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
2mln strong and counting: Stellantis' Sterling Heights assembly plant celebrates Ram 1500 milestone
Flame Red 2025 Ram 1500 RHO is two millionth off the line at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) Michigan facility began assembling Ram 1500 in 2018 after being converted from car plant to truck plant Company invested $235 million at SHAP in 2024 to build multi-energy variants of Ram 1500, giving customers freedom of choice Dubai, United Arab Emirates. - The Ram brand put another notch in its belt when Stellantis' Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) assembled its two millionth Ram 1500 on April 16. The truck is a Flame Red 2025 Ram 1500 RHO. Debuting in 2024, the Ram 1500 RHO expands the brand's off-road sport truck lineup that already consists of Warlock and Rebel — all three are assembled at SHAP. 'The Sterling Heights Assembly Plant is a core facility in our manufacturing footprint, tasked with the difficult responsibility of assembling the Ram 1500, a nameplate with 10 trim levels and thousands of configurations,' said Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO. 'Handing keys to nearly 2 million Ram 1500 customers takes a strong team as we start an aggressive product cadence for Ram brand.' The two millionth milestone comes approximately six months after the plant celebrated its 40th anniversary as a Stellantis-owned facility. In 2016, the company announced that SHAP would be converted from a car assembly plant to a truck assembly plant to produce the Ram 1500. In March 2018, the first Ram 1500 rolled off the production line as a 2019 model. Seven years later, the facility reached the 2 million milestone. 'Not that long ago, SHAP's future was in doubt so this is a remarkable accomplishment, and I am so proud of this workforce for their resilience and dedication,' said Chuck Padden, SHAP plant manager. 'We have a lot to look forward to as we start building the Ram 1500 with a range of powertrain options, providing freedom of choice for our customers.' As the primary home for Ram 1500 production, the company recently invested $235.5 million at the suburban Detroit facility to produce the all-new range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger, as well as the company's first battery-electric light-duty truck, the Ram 1500 REV. Last year, Stellantis began transitioning to its next generation of products built on its multi-energy platforms engineered to offer a variety of powertrain options, including internal combustion, hybrid and electric. The 2025 Ram 1500 earned the prestigious MotorTrend Truck of the Year award, the seventh time Ram has achieved this recognition. Ram Brand Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles; the Ram 1500, 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab and ProMaster vans. The Ram Light-Duty and Heavy Duty pickups are considerably improved for 2025 and offer new products in the fastest growing segment within the pickup space—Sport Trucks. Ram introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 RHO with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup. In the commercial business, Ram is launching the new 2025 Chassis Cab line with improvements to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment. Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers: Segment-first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment- exclusive, active-level air suspension Ram 1500 RHO: Best off-road performance per dollar Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road capable full-size pickup Ram is improving market competitiveness and growth while maintaining pricing power through products, services and electrified offerings. Aligned under the global presence of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle organization, Ram currently offers a wide range of products globally, from the Ram 700 compact pickup to the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab and a range of ProMaster vans. Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit About Ram Trucks: Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit About Stellantis: Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA/ Euronext Milan: STLAM/ Euronext Paris: STLAP) is one of the world's leading automakers aiming to provide clean, safe and affordable freedom of mobility to all. It's best known for its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. Stellantis is executing its Dare Forward 2030, a bold strategic plan that paves the way to achieve the ambitious target of becoming a carbon net zero mobility tech company by 2038, while creating added value for all stakeholders. For more information, visit For more information, please contact: Stellantis@
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Homelessness surge: Charity is expanding into Bishop Auckland, Spennymoor and Tow Law
Homeless charity Emmaus North East is expanding its services into three County Durham towns after data showed a 39 per cent increase in rough sleeping in the region. Through funding from Durham County Council the Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) will see supported housing in Spennymoor, Tow Law and Bishop Auckland. Emmaus North East will open a mixture of accommodation, including an intensively supported multiple bed unit, individual accommodation and housing for 15 individuals at any one time throughout the three-year contract. In addition to offering accommodation, the South Shields based charity plan to create a social enterprise, enabling those they support to gain valuable work opportunities and rebuild their lives. (Image: Emmaus NE) Ruth Parker, CEO of Emmaus North East, explained that there needs to be more investment in social housing and long term funding to start tackling the crisis. She said: "As I expected there has been an increase in the number of rough sleepers, this has been happening several years running. "The statistics are a snapshot because they are just the tip of the iceberg. "It only counts the people that they come across on the street on that one evening and it misses people sofa surfing. "We see the increase every day. It's not a great picture and it is one we should be embarrassed about as a country. "This Government has to do more." (Image: Emmaus NE) Despite the "shameful" statistics Ms Parker emphasised that currently, Emmaus North East is expanding with a new project to support people in County Durham. She said: "In April we will be opening up some homes with Durham County Council for single homeless people. "Within that contract is funding for all the additional support they need. It's a three year contract. "The homes will be in Spennymoor, Tow Law and Bishop Auckland." Read next: Santoro on Yarm High Street announces shock closure Producers defend casting Katie Price in Darlington panto Spennymoor meat firm fined after man pulled into machine The CEO highlighted that everybody is only "a couple of steps" from homelessness. She added: "When I hear the stories of teachers or other people with excellent jobs it really hammers it home. "Some of the stories we hear are really really harrowing."
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Residents 'fear safety' over rough sleeper homes
Residents have said they fear feeling "vulnerable and unsafe" over plans to build homes for people who have experienced rough sleeping. Durham County Council has submitted proposals for eight homes near Merrington View, Spennymoor, for vulnerable adults aged more than 25 years old. A site manager would live on site with the project aiming to help tenants move into mainstream housing within two years. But local county councillor Billy McAloon said neighbours had claimed they could feel threatened by living with people with "complex social problems". The programme would be delivered by the council and the Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) as part of plans to reduce homelessness in the area. The development would consist of two buildings divided into four two-storey homes, with private gardens and parking spaces for seven vulnerable adults, the Local Democracy Reporting Service said. Mr McAloon, councillor for Tudhoe, requested the application be considered at a planning committee and said his concerns were supported by 12 letters of objection with one letter of support. He said residents, including elderly and disabled people, had told him they were worried about feeling "vulnerable and unsafe", adding: "Perhaps even become threatened by the introduction of more people who have complex social problems." Mr McAloon said opponents would also "bemoan the loss of their last remaining small green space" which had only recently had some new trees planted. Durham County Council's planning department recommended the plans be approved ahead of a committee meeting on Thursday. All potential residents would be assessed by the council based on the view of other agencies including police, probation, health services and veteran services, the application said. "Any risks would be assessed with a focus on any risks posed to the staff, the other vulnerable residents in the scheme and the wider community," it added. Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram. Send your story ideas here. Homelessness up 20% over last 12 months - Shelter Plan to increase and improve housing for homeless Local Democracy Reporting Service
