Information and Communications Technology Council

What Information and Communications Technology Council does

The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is a neutral, not-for-profit national centre of expertise headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 1992 (originally as the Software Human Resources Council and renamed in 2006). Its mandate is to strengthen Canada's digital advantage through three interconnected pillars: (1) evidence-based research and policy advisory (64 research reports, 22 policy briefs, economic impact analysis, labour market data dashboards, the Digital Policy Executive Forum); (2) workforce development programs delivered through its eTalent Canada digital platform (WIL Digital, Generative AI for Business Leaders, CyberTitan, Work Ready, GO Talent, EDGE UP 2.0, Youth Dividend, Ambassador Program for Gender Equity); and (3) interactive web tools (Skills Mapping Tool, Gender Equity Impact Assessment Tool, Sustainable ICT Tool). ICTC serves federal and provincial government agencies, Canadian employers, academic institutions, job seekers, underrepresented groups, and community organizations across Canada with a fully bilingual English/French team of over 100 experts.

Name

Information and Communications Technology Council

Legal name

Information and Communications Technology Council

Website

https://ictc-ctic.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ICTC is a Canadian not-for-profit national centre of expertise that delivers evidence-based research, policy advice, and digital-economy workforce development programs (WIL Digital, CyberTitan, Work Ready) to government, employers, academic institutions, and job seekers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Economy Policy Advisory and Workforce Development Services

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (54172), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical & Digital Skills Training (BPACANAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Development & ICT4D / GovTech Technical Assistance (BPADAEAL), Digital Inclusion & Public Tech Access Training (Device/Internet/Basic IT) (EDAAAFAE)

Keywords

• Digital economy research
• Workforce development programs
• ICT policy advisory
• Labour market analytics
• Digital skills training

Headquarters

HQ city

Ottawa

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Program Funding: ICTC operates as a not-for-profit organization funded primarily through government programs including the Government of Canada's Sectoral Council Program, Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) funding for workforce development initiatives.
2. Research and Policy Services: Evidence-based research, policy development, economic impact analysis, and evaluations delivered to government agencies, businesses, and academic institutions.
3. Workforce Development Programs: Delivery of employment readiness, upskilling, reskilling, and work-integrated learning programs funded by government immigration and employment programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ICTC is a neutral, not-for-profit national centre of expertise that delivers evidence-based research, practical policy advice, and capacity-building workforce solutions for Canada's digital economy. It sells research reports, policy briefs, economic impact analyses, and data analytics to government and industry; delivers employment programs (e.g., WIL Digital, Work Ready, GO Talent, EDGE UP 2.0); runs the CyberTitan K-12 cybersecurity competition; and operates interactive web tools such as the Skills Mapping Tool, Gender Equity Impact Assessment Tool, and Sustainable ICT Tool.

Product overview

ICTC operates as a neutral not-for-profit national centre of expertise focused on strengthening Canada's digital advantage through three interconnected pillars: (1) research and policy advisory services (Evidence-Based Research, Practical Policy Development, Economic Impact Analysis, Data Analytics), (2) workforce development programs delivered primarily through its eTalent Canada digital platform (WIL Digital, Generative AI for Business Leaders, Work Ready, GO Talent, EDGE UP 2.0, Ambassador Program, Youth Dividend), and (3) interactive web tools (Skills Mapping Tool, Gender Equity Impact Assessment Tool, Sustainable ICT Tool). ICTC also operates CyberTitan as Canada's premier K-12 cybersecurity competition and the Digital Policy Executive Forum (DPEF) as an exclusive policy dialogue platform. The portfolio is unified by a shared mission of advancing Canada's digital economy through evidence-based insights and capacity-building solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Evidence-Based Research Comprehensive research service providing forward-looking insights into public policy, societal challenges, and digital trends for government, industry, and academic decision makers.
• Practical Policy Development Crafting evidence-based and pragmatic policy recommendations to guide technology ecosystems and align policies with organizational objectives for innovation and efficiency.
• Economic Impact Analysis Service measuring job creation, financial return, investment attraction, and overall economic well-being tied to digital initiatives.
• Data Analytics Labour market insights, skill needs analysis, economic trend analysis, and web-based data dashboards for data-driven decision-making by organizations and individuals.
• Digital Policy Executive Forum (DPEF) Exclusive platform for open discussion on pressing digital policy issues, facilitating pragmatic solutions and constructive approaches to shape effective digital policies in Canada.
• Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Digital National work-integrated learning program providing wage subsidies to employers hiring post-secondary students in tech-related roles; supports experiential learning across Canadian digital economy.
• Work Ready National employment support program for international ICT professionals living in Canada for 5 years or less; provides job search counselling, mentorship, professional development, and employer engagement; funded by IRCC.
• GO Talent Program connecting Canadian employers with individuals who have received Permanent Residency approval and have not yet arrived in Canada, offering career resources and supports.
• Generative AI for Business Leaders Training program equipping business leaders to boost productivity, streamline operations, and drive growth with generative AI, delivered through eTalent Canada platform.
• CyberTitan Canada's largest cybersecurity competition for middle and high school students; participants defend against cyber threats in simulated environments to explore cybersecurity career pathways.
• iAdvance for Enterprise Enterprise services and resources addressing Canada's productivity gap, providing SMEs with access to professional staff, cutting-edge tools, templates, case studies, and training sessions.
• Talent Acquisition for the Digital Economy (TADE) Program equipping Alberta employers with structured practices for competitive recruitment, onboarding, and retention of digital workforce talent.
• EDGE UP 2.0 Upskilling program providing short-duration training to displaced mid-career oil and gas professionals in Alberta to transition into in-demand tech roles.
• Digital Youth Ambassadors National youth-led advisory council bringing youth perspectives into Canada's digital workforce, research, and policy conversations; inaugural cohort of twelve young leaders.
• Skills Mapping Tool Interactive web tool that maps job seekers' technical and human skills to in-demand jobs, displays skill matches and gaps, and presents validated training opportunities.
• Gender Equity Impact Assessment Tool Web tool tailored for mid-to-senior roles, HR/EDI experts, and executive leaders to shape initiatives that promote gender balance in the digital economy.
• Sustainable ICT Tool Web tool for organizations to assess environmental footprint of ICT decisions, addressing greenhouse gas emissions, e-waste, resource consumption, and pollution with evidence-based recommendations.
• eTalent Canada Companion digital platform operated by ICTC to deliver employment programs (WIL Digital, Generative AI for Business Leaders, Work Ready, GO Talent) and resources for job seekers, employers, and educators.

Quantifiable outcome

• 118,186 people provided with upskilling, reskilling, and on-the-job training opportunities
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Women in Communications & Technology (WCT)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026ICTC collaborated with WCT on the Pathways to Equity policy brief outlining recommendations for women's economic empowerment in Canada's digital economy. This partnership supports inclusive workforce development and gender equity initiatives.
• CGIcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Major IT services firm partnership under WIL Digital program for student placements. CGI provides employment opportunities for post-secondary students in tech-related roles.
• Concordia University (Applied AI Institute and Institute for Coop Education)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership with Concordia's Applied AI Institute and Institute for Coop Education for industry-informed training pathways, AI skills development, and work-integrated learning opportunities.
• Vector InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership for AI research collaboration and workforce development, supporting Canada's AI ecosystem and talent pipeline in artificial intelligence.
• MilacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership with Mila (Quebec AI Institute) for AI research collaboration and talent development, connecting academic AI expertise with workforce programs.
• Teck ResourcesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Industry partnership for WIL Digital program supporting digital workforce development in natural resources sector through student placements.
• CognizantmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Global IT services firm partnership for student placements in digital economy roles, providing tech employment opportunities.
• Government of CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Primary funder through Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for workforce and immigration programs, and other federal initiatives supporting digital economy development.
• eTalent CanadacoreOthers · 5 February 2026Dedicated digital platform for delivering employment programs, skills mapping tools, e-learning courses, and resources. Programs include WIL Digital, GO Talent, Work Ready, and Generative AI for Business Leaders.
• PLATO TestingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Industry partnership for student placements in cybersecurity and testing roles.
• SimplyCastminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Technology company partnership for student work placements.
• SolaceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Technology firm partnership for WIL Digital student placement program.
• Students on Ice FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Non-profit partnership supporting youth education and experiential learning opportunities.
• DigiBCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Industry association partnership for digital workforce development in British Columbia.
• Life Sciences Nova ScotiaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2026Industry association partnership supporting digital talent development in life sciences sector.
• Policymakers and Government AgenciescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose collaboration with government bodies contributing to informed policymaking and supporting initiatives that propel Canada's digital economy forward.
• Industry LeaderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with leading companies and organizations in the technology ecosystem enabling valuable insights, fostering innovation, and driving economic growth.
• Academic InstitutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with universities, colleges, and educational institutions to shape solutions and programs that equip Canadians with skills needed to thrive in the digital era.
• Community OrganizationsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with community-based groups ensuring initiatives are inclusive and accessible to all, bridging the digital divide.
• International NetworksmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal partnerships that amplify impact, exchange knowledge, and position Canada as a leader on the international stage in digital economy policy.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CompTIA: US-based ICT industry association delivering ICT workforce certification, training, and research — the closest international analogue to ICTC's research + training + policy mandate.
• BioTalent Canada: Another Canadian Sectoral Council Program-funded organization delivering HR research, labour market data, and workforce programs for the bio-economy — direct peer in funding model and service lines.
• Future Skills Centre: Canadian federally funded skills and training research organization, comparable in its workforce research, policy briefs, and stakeholder convening function for Canada's digital economy.
• Council of Canadian Innovators: Canadian policy and capacity-building organization representing the country's tech innovators with research and policy advocacy, overlapping ICTC's policy research and government engagement pillar.
• CATA (Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance): Long-standing Canadian tech industry alliance providing research, policy voice, and commercialization support to ICT firms — directly comparable as a national ICT advocacy and research body.

Regional players

• TechUK: UK's national industry association for the technology sector, offering policy advocacy and skills research — comparable as a regional/national counterpart for ICT talent and policy research.

Emerging players

• NPower Canada: Canadian non-profit providing digital skills training and job placement for underrepresented youth — overlapping ICTC's CyberTitan, WIL Digital, and diversity workforce objectives.
• Magnet: Canadian employment and workforce development social enterprise focused on inclusive hiring and digital skills, overlapping ICTC's WIL Digital and Work Ready employment-readiness mandate.
• Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship: Canadian policy think tank focused on preparing Canada for innovation-driven economic change — overlapping ICTC's forward-looking digital economy research and policy brief outputs.

Broad incumbents

• Information Technology Industry Council (ITI): Washington DC-based global ICT industry advocacy body representing major tech firms on policy — a broader incumbent with national-scale policy research and government engagement comparable to ICTC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ictc_ctic
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors3 records

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