BioTalent Canada announces the release of its National Skills Standard for Cleanroom Readiness, designed to address critical skills shortages in Canadian biomanufacturing. The national skills standard, developed with industry experts, will empower employers to recruit and develop talent to meet the needed cleanroom competencies, addressing skills mismatches and strengthening Canada’s biomanufacturing capacity. Biomanufacturing training providers will be able to incorporate this standard in their programs to ensure new talent has the skills needed in the industry.
In partnership with Future Skills Centre, the National Skills Standard builds on BioTalent Canada’s previous efforts to highlight the importance of training for small—and medium-sized businesses’ adaptability within Canada’s bio-economy and provides foundational knowledge for the development of a cleanroom readiness certification program being developed by BioTalent Canada.
“With more than 5,000 biomanufacturing professionals needed by 2029 to meet the demands of Canada’s rapidly growing bio-health sector, BioTalent Canada’s National Skills Standard for Cleanroom Readiness provides an essential tool for employers seeking qualified talent for roles that require highly specialized skills,” says Rob Henderson, President and CEO of BioTalent Canada. “By establishing the standards that will support future cleanroom certification, employers can enhance hiring precision, reduce onboarding costs, and ensure compliance with rigorous cleanroom standards.”
Working in partnership with industry leaders, BioTalent Canada is entering the next phase of their cleanroom certification. Once launched, the certification will offer an industry-recognized credential that provides employers confidence in their workforce’s readiness to handle cleanroom requirements. By developing a pipeline of qualified talent, the program also supports Canada’s national priorities for bio-manufacturing self-sufficiency, especially in critical areas like vaccine production.
“Demand for qualified workers in cleanroom environments has never been higher,” adds Henderson. “This new certification assessment, informed by industry needs and developed in collaboration with Canada’s bio-economy leaders, helps build a robust talent pipeline that ensures Canada’s biomanufacturing sector remains resilient and responsive to future demands.”
