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    Turn Lean Thinking into Faster, Leaner Project Delivery

    Your Practical Route to Waste-Free Projects

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    What's Included in Your Lean Project Management Training

    • 11-module curriculum covering Lean tools, planning, execution and leadership

    • 16 hours of instructor-led training over two days

    • Coverage of Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, Poka-Yoke, PDCA, A3 thinking, DMAIC and Kaizen events

    • Value stream mapping templates, 5S guides, A3 worksheets and PDCA cycle tools

    • Exercises and scenario-based simulations

    • 16 PDUs on completion of the training

    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning

    Key Highlights

    of the Lean Project Management Training Course

    Lean Project Management Training Eligibility in Canada

    Who Can Enrol?

    What You Gain from Lean Project Skills

    Outcomes That Show up in Your Daily Work

    Who Should Take Lean Project Management Training in Canada?

    • Project Managers

    • Project Leaders

    • Business Analysts

    • Quality Assurance Managers

    • Operations Managers

    • Lean Practitioners

    • Process Improvement Professionals

    • Team Leads

    • Executives

    • Product Managers

    • Agile Practitioners

    Where Lean Skills Take You in Canada

    Roles, Sectors and Demand

    Lean project skills are in demand across Canada, from manufacturing and healthcare to IT, energy and financial services, where employers want people who can cut waste, speed up delivery and sustain continuous improvement. With more than 11,000 continuous improvement roles open nationwide, professionals who apply Lean tools progress from project coordinator into Lean specialist, continuous improvement manager and operations leadership roles. Lean Project Management training gives you the practical tools to make that move. Here is what the Canadian market is telling us right now.

    Why Lean Project Skills Are in Demand Across Canada

    Lean project skills are a career multiplier for professionals who want to deliver faster and waste less. Join learners across Canada building the efficiency and continuous-improvement capabilities employers now expect. Start your Lean journey today.

    Your Canada Career Transformation

    Where You Stand Today

    Your Leap Forward with Lean

    Across Canada, employers increasingly separate teams that deliver efficiently from those weighed down by waste and rework. Lean project skills put you on the right side of that line. Here is what changes once you can apply them.

    Sources: Glassdoor, Indeed, PayScale (Canada) 2026.

    Module 2: Waste Identification and Elimination

    • Understanding the eight types of Lean waste including defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion, and extra-processing
    • Techniques for identifying waste in project workflows, processes, and resource utilisation
    • Structured approaches to eliminating waste and creating leaner, higher-value project delivery processes

    Module 3: Value Stream Mapping

    • Introduction to value stream mapping as a Lean analysis and planning tool
    • Creating current-state and future-state value stream maps to visualize project and process flow
    • Using value stream mapping to identify bottlenecks, waste areas, and improvement opportunities in project delivery

    Module 4: Continuous Improvement (PDCA)

    • The Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and its role in driving continuous improvement across projects and operations
    • Applying PDCA to project planning, execution, monitoring, and review activities
    • Building a culture of continuous improvement through structured iteration and learning loops

    Module 5: Identifying Value and Customers

    • Defining value from the customer's perspective and aligning project outcomes with customer needs
    • Stakeholder mapping and understanding internal and external customer requirements in project contexts
    • Techniques for prioritising value-adding activities and reducing effort on non-value-adding steps

    Module 6: Lean Tools and Techniques (Kanban, 5S, Poka-Yoke)

    • Introduction to key Lean tools including Kanban boards, 5S workplace organisation, Poka-Yoke error-proofing, and Kaizen events
    • Practical application of Kanban for project workflow visualization and work-in-progress management
    • Using 5S for structured workplace organisation and Poka-Yoke to reduce defects and errors in project processes

    Module 7: Lean Project Planning and Execution

    • Applying Lean principles to project planning including scope definition, scheduling, and resource allocation
    • ull-based planning techniques and last planner system approaches for project execution
    • Managing project execution through visual controls, daily stand-ups, and flow-based delivery methods

    Module 8: Lean Problem Solving (A3, DMAIC)

    • Introduction to the A3 problem-solving framework and its structured approach to root cause analysis and countermeasure development
    • Overview of the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) and its application to Lean project improvement
    • Practical problem-solving exercises using A3 thinking and DMAIC frameworks applied to project and process scenarios

    Module 9: Lean Leadership and Teamwork

    • The role of Lean leadership in creating a culture of continuous improvement, respect for people, and waste reduction
    • Leading Lean project teams through change, coaching team members, and sustaining Lean practices over time
    • Building cross-functional collaboration, psychological safety, and shared accountability in Lean project environments

    Module 10: Managing Delivery

    • Lean approaches to project delivery management including flow monitoring, bottleneck resolution, and performance measurement
    • Key delivery metrics in Lean project management and how to use them to track progress and drive improvement
    • Managing scope, schedule, and quality in Lean project delivery while minimising waste and maximising customer value

    Module 11: Lean Project Case Studies

    • Real-world case studies demonstrating how Lean Project Management has been applied across manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and service delivery sectors
    • Analysis of successful Lean transformations, lessons learned, and the role of Lean tools and leadership in achieving project outcomes
    • Group discussion and reflection on how case study insights can be applied to participants' own project and workplace contexts

    Course Curriculum

    of the Lean Project Management Training

    The online Lean Project Management training course curriculum in the Canada is structured across eleven modules, taking learners from foundational Lean principles through to advanced problem-solving, leadership, and real-world case application.

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    The Lean Tools You Will Put to Work

    Practical Skills You Can Apply Immediately

    Here is what you will learn in the Lean Project Management training: how to apply Lean principles and tools across the full project life cycle. From spotting waste to sustaining improvement, each module builds a skill you can use straight away in your own projects.

    Identify and Eliminate Waste

    Spot the different types of waste in project processes and use Lean techniques to remove non-value-added activity, so work flows faster and costs less.

    Map Value Streams

    Build current-state and future-state value stream maps to expose bottlenecks, then analyse them to target the biggest improvement opportunities.

    Apply Core Lean Tools

    Use Kanban, 5S and Poka-Yoke to visualise flow, organise the workspace and error-proof processes across real project scenarios.

    Drive Continuous Improvement

    Run PDCA cycles and A3 thinking to solve problems at the root and sustain gains, embedding continuous improvement into how projects run.

    Plan and Deliver Lean Projects

    Develop Lean plans and schedules, optimise resources, and control delivery so milestones are met with minimal waste and delay.

    Lead a Lean Culture

    Engage teams, apply DMAIC to project problems, and foster the collaboration and mindset that keep Lean improvement alive at work.

    Lean Project Management Training Modes

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Lean Project Management online training options available.

    Lean Project Management Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This In-person Lean Project Management training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Lean Project Management Corporate Group Training

    • Customised training aligned to organisational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organisations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardise knowledge, and support workforce development through customised team learning initiatives and Lean Project Management training for companies.

    Best For: Organisations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Lean Project Management Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customised learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by a Lean Project Management training institute.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Lean Project Management Live Virtual Training

    Lean Project Management Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    CAD 1110

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive Weekday Lean Project Management training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning in Canada

    Expert-Led, Flexible, Practical

    Invensis Learning helps professionals and teams across Canada build practical Lean project skills through instructor-led training delivered by highly experienced, industry-expert trainers. Our programmes combine proven Lean methodology, real-world case studies and interactive exercises so learners can apply what they learn immediately. With flexible live virtual and corporate onsite formats, structured courseware, and dedicated learner support, Invensis Learning, a trusted Lean Project Management training company in Canada, makes it easy to turn Lean principles into everyday results. Our ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 standards reflect a consistent, secure and high-quality training experience.

    • Highly experienced, industry-expert trainers with real Lean and delivery know-how
    • Practical, instructor-led training focused on real workplace application
    • Flexible live virtual (online) and corporate onsite delivery formats
    • Structured courseware built by subject matter experts
    • Industry-driven case studies, exercises and retrospective sessions
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
    • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 aligned training operations
    • Trusted globally with local support across Canada

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    Over 5000 five star reviews

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    Lean Project Management Training Locations in Canada

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts

    Lean Project Management Training Location in Canada

    Hotel Nelligan, 106 Saint-Paul St W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1Z3

    Lean Project Management Training Location in Canada

    Hotel Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, 181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie, QC G5A 1X7

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    Upskill Your Whole Team

    • Suitable for small, medium and large teams
    • Customised schedules based on your team's availability
    • Flexible delivery through onsite, live virtual or hybrid formats
    • Experienced trainers with real Lean and industry expertise
    • Role-based, industry-relevant examples for better workplace application
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams across Canada and global locations

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    Lean Project Management training teaches you to apply Lean principles to project work, streamlining workflows, eliminating waste and delivering more value to customers. It is a practical, foundation-level programme covering Lean tools such as value stream mapping, Kanban, 5S, PDCA and DMAIC.