SWPP+ Webinar: Future Talent, Present Value – The Business Case for Co-op Students

Jennefer Griffith

Event Presenter

Executive Director – Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC)

A true driving force in Canada’s food and beverage sector, Jennefer Griffith is widely recognized for her visionary leadership in workforce development. As Executive Director of Food Processing Skills Canada, she has spearheaded transformative initiatives, consistently empowering businesses with cutting-edge programs and providing individuals with the essential resources to not just advance, but truly excel in their careers.

Camille Paultre

Event Presenter

SWPP+ Program Manager – FPSC

Camille Paultre orchestrates the national delivery of SWPP+ — a proven Food Processing Skills Canada program that connects employers with top student talent through Canada’s post-secondary institutions. Camille ensures funding effectively supports these critical partnerships, strengthening the industry’s future workforce and student career development.

Braeden Wiley

Event Presenter

Employer Relations Manager, Work-Integrated Learning & Co-operative Education – Dalhousie University

Theresa brings 25+ years of experience in post-secondary and government, leading co-op, and internship employer engagement across Canada and internationally.

Lindsey Coolidge

Event Presenter

Executive Director, Cooperative Education, Experiential Learning and Career Development – Ontario Tech University

With 19 years of experience and a strong background in economic development, Lindsey leads Ontario Tech’s co-op and career programming, building meaningful employer partnerships.

About this event

Join us on July 29 at 11:00 AM (EST) for an engaging and practical webinar designed to help employers understand the true value of hiring post-secondary students through co-operative education programs.

Learn how to strengthen your team, bring in fresh thinking, and access up to $7,000 in wage subsidies per placement—all while building your future talent pipeline.

Hear from the SWPP+ team on how to access funding, and gain insights from a national panel of co-op program leaders as they discuss.

Whether you’re a small business or a large company, this session will offer practical guidance on how co-op hiring supports both your workforce and your bottom line.

Who Should Attend:

Employers in the food and beverage industry, HR professionals, hiring managers, and anyone interested in tapping into Canada’s emerging talent pool.

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how student hiring can benefit your business—and how SWPP+ can help make it happen.

At this event, you'll learn:

The impact of hiring student talent.
How students drive innovation, productivity, and workforce development,
Employer success stories and best practices in the food and beverage industry.

Event Details

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SWPP+ Webinar: Future Talent, Present Value – The Business Case for Co-op Students

Jennefer Griffith

Camille Paultre

Braeden Wiley

Lindsey Coolidge

About this event

At this event, you'll learn:

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July 29, 2025 11:00 am

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