Uvaro’s Next Chapter: What the Lighthouse Labs Acquisition Means for Members and Partners

From day one, our mission has always been clear: deliver the tools, skills, and professional community that people need to thrive in their careers. As industries transform and technologies like AI continue to reshape the workforce, the need to continue that mission and expand our impact has never been greater.

That’s why we’re excited to announce that Uvaro has acquired Lighthouse Labs, a private career college specializing in technical role training. This move brings together two organizations that share a commitment to empowering individuals, businesses, and communities across Canada with the training, resources, and networks they need to prepare for and succeed in the jobs of tomorrow.

By uniting the strengths of Uvaro and Lighthouse Labs, we’re creating a comprehensive solution for workforce development in Canada. This solution blends Uvaro’s go-to-market training catalog and proven Career Success framework with Lighthouse Labs’ deep expertise in technical training and proven history of running impactful programs. Together, we’re better equipped to address Canada’s workforce needs, empowering individuals and businesses to thrive in an evolving economy.

To quickly break it down: For members, this means access to an even broader range of career advancement opportunities and tools. For partners, it strengthens our ability to deliver tailored solutions, working alongside them to meet regional needs across Canada.

Beyond the opportunity at hand, this moment marks a milestone in our journey—from starting as a tech sales bootcamp focusing on individual outcomes, to embracing a broader vision of workforce development, where businesses and communities play a vital role in shaping meaningful solutions.

Over the past five years, we’ve supported thousands of members in building meaningful careers while growing beyond the bootcamp model. Today, our Career Success platform empowers individuals at every career stage while our collaborations with partners drive lasting change. This acquisition amplifies our ability to deliver on this mission, strengthening what we’ve created to date and opening new opportunities for the future.

Thank you to everyone who made this next step possible. I can’t wait for what’s next!

• Joseph Fung

CEO, Uvaro

Quick Hits To Know And Share

Only have a few moments to skim? Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Lighthouse Labs Endures: Lighthouse Labs will continue operating under its own brand as a subsidiary of Uvaro, delivering the same high-quality training members and partners rely on.
• Enhanced Career Services For Members: Uvaro is enhancing and delivering career services for both Lighthouse Labs and Uvaro members.
• No Disruptions, Just Enhancements: Uvaro programs and support have not changed; only new resources have been added to enrich the learning experience further.
• Stronger Regional Solutions with Local Partners: The acquisition strengthens collaboration with regional partners across Canada, enabling us to create tailored programs that drive economic growth for individuals, businesses, and communities.
• A Unified Vision And Team: Uvaro CEO Joseph Fung is leading the integration, uniting our teams under a shared mission. Meanwhile, Lighthouse Labs CEO Jeremy Shaki is taking on the additional role of Uvaro CRO to drive growth and alignment.
• Building Canada’s Future-Ready Workforce: We’re combining networks to create new collaborations with employment partners, agencies, and associations to identify emerging skills, especially those shaped by AI.

Why Did Uvaro Acquire Lighthouse Labs?

The future of work isn’t waiting—and neither are we. Workforce development is about more than just addressing skills gaps—it’s about empowering individuals, businesses, and communities to prepare for and thrive in an ever-changing world.

The acquisition of Lighthouse Labs is a natural next step in our mission. By combining Uvaro’s Career Success framework and go-to-market expertise with Lighthouse Labs’ renowned technical training, we’re creating a comprehensive platform that not only tackles today’s workforce challenges but turns them into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Together, we’re better positioned to help:

• Individuals find success in meaningful careers across a larger spectrum of roles
• Businesses find resilient, long-term success through new practices, including AI
• Communities and their local partners to strengthen economies and support underrepresented groups

What’s Changing For Current Uvaro Members?

Your day-to-day experience remains the same. However, the acquisition of Lighthouse Labs enhances your journey as a Uvaro member, offering even more tools, resources, and opportunities to help you succeed in a rapidly changing workforce.

The Same Programming You Love: You keep access to all the Uvaro programming and support you enjoy today—including Workshops, Uvaro Courses, 1:1 Coaching, our Job Board, and more.

New Career Service Enhancements: We’re refreshing Career Services to offer new resources, expertise, and networks to Uvaro members, supported by our proven Career Success framework. What will you see?

• Expanded support through new features like Group Coaching and enhancements designed to provide more accessible and personalized guidance.
• Expanded availability with flexible, on-demand access, making the tools and Coaching support you rely on available when you need them most.

Preparation For The Evolving Workforce: This move unlocks even more opportunities for practical, skills-first learning to excel even in the fastest-evolving industries:

• Expanded collaborations with industry associations, regional partners, and employer networks that help you identify emerging skills, adapt as the market changes, and position your career toward opportunities that align with the future of work.
• Expanded focus on emerging technologies like AI that are reshaping industries so you have the resources to adapt, overcome challenges, and seize new opportunities in a rapidly evolving job market.

Want to learn more about how this benefits you as a member? Check out our blog on the 3 Quick Wins For Uvaro Members to see how to take advantage of these updates today!

Do Uvaro Members Get Access To Lighthouse Labs Courses?

At this time, Uvaro members do not gain access to Lighthouse Labs’ courses or curriculum. If you’re a Uvaro member and wish to sign up for a course offered by Lighthouse Labs, you will be required to apply on their website separately. Over the coming months our teams will be working to expand our joint offerings, and any changes will be shared on the Uvaro website.

That said, Lighthouse Labs offers a variety of free courses and resources that Uvaro members can take advantage of. These are great opportunities to explore technical skills or gain insights into industry trends without committing to a full program. Be sure to check their website for more details on what’s available!

I’m Thinking Of Becoming A Uvaro Member. What Do I Need To Know?

There has never been a better time to join, and we’d love to have you as part of our community! When you sign up for Uvaro, you will become a Uvaro member only and unlock all the access to programming, services, and benefits that current members enjoy.

There are two ways to join Uvaro:

1. Via Workforce Development Programs: Explore our subsidized workforce development programs, available in partnership with regional organizations, to see if any align with your goals. These programs offer tailored career support at reduced costs to help you succeed.
2. Via Premium Membership: Join directly as a Premium Member to unlock the full suite of Uvaro’s tools, resources, and services, including exclusive coaching, workshops, and career tools.

Uvaro is here to support your Career Success journey whichever path you choose!

What Does This Mean For Current Uvaro Partners?

We can keep this simple.

No Changes to Current Programs: Your current programs will continue seamlessly, with no disruptions to the impactful solutions we’ve built with and for you.

Enhanced Opportunities for Collaboration and Growth: With a deeper network of partners and stakeholders, Uvaro is better equipped to identify emerging skills, including AI, and expand workforce solutions tailored to regional and industry needs. Simply put, we’re now in a stronger position to deliver programs that drive success for workers, businesses, and communities—today and in the future.

As part of the announcement, we’re engaging with all current partners to explore what this means for our programs and the opportunities it unlocks for our shared future.

How Does This Acquisition Support Potential Future Partner Program Opportunities?

The acquisition of Lighthouse Labs unlocks new potential for partner programs. It combines Uvaro’s Career Success framework and go-to-market expertise with Lighthouse Labs’ technical training in areas such as software development, data science, data analytics, and cybersecurity.

This expanded platform equips partners to:

• Address workforce challenges across industries and roles at every level, from foundational reskilling to advanced upskilling for an evolving economy.
• Bridge emerging skills gaps, drive productivity, and design programs that help Canadian businesses adopt new technologies like AI.
• Tailor solutions to regional needs, fostering inclusion and enabling small and medium-sized Canadian businesses to grow.
• Support underrepresented groups facing barriers entering the workforce or disruption due to AI and other changes.

We’re developing programs addressing these unique needs, ensuring more people can experience Career Success and thrive in a rapidly changing economy.

Can Uvaro Support Programs Across The Country With Specific Groups In Mind?

Yes, we can. Acquiring Lighthouse Labs enhances Uvaro’s ability to deliver programs tailored to the needs of specific industries, regions, and communities across Canada. It also positions Uvaro as one of Canada’s largest and most impactful workforce development organizations, capable of addressing diverse skills gaps—from foundational training to advanced technical upskilling.

How do we create that kind of impact? By expanding our network of recruitment partners across provinces, including connections to underrepresented communities like Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and newcomers, we can identify local workforce challenges. Then, by combining Uvaro’s go-to-market expertise and proven Career Success framework with Lighthouse Labs’ specialized technical training, we can design solutions that support regional productivity and open pathways to meaningful careers.

We’ll keep saying it because it matters—Uvaro and Lighthouse Labs are here to help workers, businesses, and communities thrive in a changing economy, driving regional growth and workforce resilience.

How Does This Strengthen Uvaro’s Mission Of Career Success?

This acquisition strengthens Uvaro’s mission of Career Success by enhancing our ability to support learners, partners, and communities across Canada. At its core, Career Success is about achieving financial health, enjoying fulfilling work, and finding connection and purpose within a supportive community. We’re taking this mission to the next level by joining forces with Lighthouse Labs.

Members get enhanced access to Career Services and emerging insights designed to help them thrive in evolving industries. They benefit from more opportunities to achieve sustainable, meaningful careers while connecting with an expanded network of peers and mentors.

Partners amplify the impact they can deliver locally. By collaborating with Uvaro and Lighthouse Labs, partners can implement workforce programs that address critical skills gaps, empower small businesses, and foster inclusive growth in their communities.

By expanding opportunities for individuals and organizations alike, we’re creating a ripple effect—equipping people for success, strengthening businesses, and driving economic growth across the country. This move ensures Career Success isn’t just a goal; it’s an achievable reality for more people and communities nationwide.

Building The Future Together

This acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for both Uvaro and Lighthouse Labs. By combining our strengths, we’re better equipped to tackle today’s workforce challenges and create opportunities for individuals, businesses, and communities across Canada. Together, we’re building a future-ready workforce—one that thrives in a rapidly evolving world. Thank you for being part of this journey with us; we can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together.

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