Energy Safety Canada: Fueling the Future Workforce with XR

Energy Safety Canada, a non-profit organization, is tackling the job shortage in the energy sector by using virtual reality to introduce students and newcomers to a variety of career paths. They’ve created immersive 360° videos and interactive games that reveal the realities of working in the energy field, debunking common myths and showcasing the potential for high earnings. Despite facing challenges such as reliance on grant funding and the logistics of managing multiple VR headsets across the country, their innovative methods have proven to be both engaging and effective. This has led to valuable partnerships with energy companies and has reached a wide audience of students.