Today, Foresight Canada unveiled the Advanced Manufacturing Engineers Upskilling Program (AME-UP), a new initiative aimed at equipping engineers with the specialized skills needed for sustainable manufacturing in Canada’s rapidly evolving advanced manufacturing sector. Funded by Upskill Canada, and supported by Palette Skills and the Government of Canada, the AME-UP program represents a significant step in […]
The Multigenerational Workplace: What Drives Job Satisfaction for Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers
In a first for modern times, four generations—baby boomers, Generation X, millennials, and the first half of Generation Z—now coexist in the workplace. This multigenerational workforce poses a unique challenge for managers, as each generation brings distinct motivations and priorities to their professional lives. Toronto-based HR platform Humi has released fresh data shedding light on […]
Wealthsimple Expands Hiring in Alberta: Plans to Triple Workforce by 2025
Toronto-based Wealthsimple has announced a major hiring expansion in Alberta, tapping into the province’s deep pool of talent as it continues its rapid growth. The fintech giant, which has already doubled its Alberta workforce in the past year, plans to triple the number of full-time employees in the region by the end of 2025. This […]
Stripe Expands Presence in Canada with New Toronto Office, Plans to Grow Workforce
Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, has opened a new flagship office in Toronto, highlighting its commitment to Canada and signalling plans to expand its workforce. The decision reflects Toronto’s status as the fourth-largest tech talent hub in North America, providing a strategic location for Stripe to grow its employee base. The expansion aims […]
LinkedIn’s 15 Startups Where Canadians Want To Work
Today, LinkedIn revealed its annual list of Top Startups, revealing the 15 emerging Canadian companies you should know now. These companies aren’t just growing fast and garnering attention from investors and jobseekers — they’re also shaping the future of their industries, whether it’s developing robots to automate tasks for insurance brokers or building sustainable techniques […]
Nmbr Gears Up to Simplify Payroll for Canadian Businesses with New Funding Boost
The payments industry has seen significant changes over the past decade, including the rise of new businesses that focus on APIs to embed payment and data features into their products. However, when it comes to paying the people who work for those businesses, things haven’t kept up. Despite billions of dollars flowing through Canadian payrolls […]
Shopify to Hire 1,000 Engineering Interns for 2025, Applications Open
Shopify is hiring 1,000 engineering interns in 2025. Shopify’s VP & Head of Engineering Farhan Thawar made the announcement on Twitter, suggesting that “AI centaurs” should consider the opportunity. Shopify Engineering Internships are 4-months long and require interns to be in Toronto, Ottawa, or Montreal. According to Shopify, Engineering Internships that are open to everyone. […]
Salesforce Expands AI Skilling Opportunities with Free Training and Certifications Through 2025
Today at the Dreamforce conference in San Francisco Salesforce announced plans to expand access to skilling opportunities with free AI training for anyone. The company will offer its premium AI courses and AI certifications free of charge and available to anyone through its free online learning platform, Trailhead, through the end of 2025. Salesforce’s new offerings represent a […]
BC Invests $4M to Expand Tech Talent Accelerator for AI and Cybersecurity Jobs
The Government of British Columbia announced today the continuation of its partnership with NPower Canada, Microsoft Canada, and CIBC to expand the Canadian Tech Talent Accelerator (CTTA) program, an innovative public-private partnership enabled by DIGITAL, Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for digital technologies. The Government of BC’s renewed investment of $4 million will prepare over 1,800 job seekers across British […]
Amazon Expands Canadian Tech Hubs with New Office Space and Cutting-Edge Just Walk Out Technology
Amazon has announced the latest developments at its Vancouver and Toronto Tech Hubs, introducing new features and office space for more than 8,500 corporate and technology employees. Today at an event opening a new 43,000 square foot atrium at The Post in Vancouver, Amazon announced plans to open the building’s North Tower in 2026. The […]