Vancouver-based Bench, a venture-funded accounting startup, has been acquired by San Francisco’s Employer.com in a deal aimed at reviving the platform and addressing the fallout from Bench’s abrupt shutdown last week. Bench, which reportedly served 12,000 customers, left small business owners locked out of their accounts just as tax season loomed. Employer.com, an HR tech firm specializing in payroll […]
Carbon Upcycling Innovates Decarbonization and Seeks Project Engineer
Calgary-based Carbon Upcycling is at the forefront of circular decarbonization solutions for hard-to-abate sectors such as cement, steel, and mining. In 2023, the company secured a $34 million Series A funding round co-led by BDC Capital’s Climate Tech Fund, facilitating the deployment of multiple commercial projects, including two integrated directly at cement plants. The company’s […]
AI at Work: Sun Life’s Vision for the Future
Generative AI is transforming workplaces worldwide, with professionals expecting to save 12 hours weekly—equivalent to 600 hours annually—within five years. At Sun Life, this revolution is already underway. In 2023, Sun Life launched its award-winning GenAI chatbot, Sun Life Asks, empowering employees with instant answers to streamline tasks. With nearly 1 million queries addressed in […]
How TouchBistro Created Mission-Driven Culture Through Giving Back
A recent survey shared that across generations, about three in five Canadian employees indicate that they value company culture very much – 56 per cent of Gen Z, 60.7 per cent of Millennials, 67.9 per cent of Gen X and 65 per cent of Baby Boomers. In today’s environment, we see that company culture is […]
Exciting Career Opportunities in Fintech and Biotechnology
Canada’s technology sector is a significant economic driver, contributing 5.7% to the national GDP in 2023. The fintech industry, in particular, has seen remarkable growth, with investments reaching approximately CA$9.4 billion in 2021. Similarly, the biotechnology sector employs over 200,000 people and continues to expand, supported by substantial national and global investments. These developments underscore […]
IT Talent Trends 2025: Advice for Job Seekers in a Changing Landscape
With nearly 89% of IT structures undergoing redesign in 2025, the future of IT jobs and workforce dynamics is set for dramatic change. For job seekers, this presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. According to Info-Tech’s latest report, staying competitive in this rapidly evolving field requires adaptability, reskilling, and an understanding of emerging […]
Foresight Canada Launches Program to Upskill Engineers for Sustainable Manufacturing
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 […]