Canada’s cybersecurity sector is growing rapidly but faces a shortage of skilled workers. According to a report from Palette Skills and Deloitte, businesses must provide hands-on experience and work-integrated opportunities to overcome barriers to skill development and drive interest in the sector. To help solve that problem, Lighthouse Labs has announced that its Cyber Security […]
2SLGBTQIA+ Voices: New Report Uncovers Stark Inequality in Canadian Tech
Across the Canadian technology industry, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities are significantly underrepresented and face compounded barriers to both job market entry, and career advancement opportunities. Despite glaring disparities, next to no data is available that pertains to queer experiences across the sector. QueerTech – a national nonprofit on a mission to queer the tech ecosystem – is […]
Absorb Software, PurposeMed, and Slalom Among Companies Hiring at Virtual Job Fair
Techtalent.ca’s virtual job fairs are back and we’ll be hosting our seventeenth event next month. Since moving them online in 2020 our virtual events have connected over 250 companies with 15,000+ candidates. Taking place on Tuesday, June 25th, this edition of the Techtalent.ca Virtual Job Fair will feature a dozen companies representing over 200 open […]
Walmart to Close Toronto Tech Hub, Relocating Employees to U.S. Central Hubs
Walmart is shuttering its Toronto tech hub, according to the Wall Street Journal. As part of the company’s broader push to lay off and relocate workers across North America, some Walmart employees in the Toronto tech hub will be asked to move to central hubs in the U.S. Walmart announced plans to launch a Walmart Global […]
TD Bank Group’s Chief Engineer and Architect Licenia Rojas on How a Human Centered Approach to GenAi is Helping to Power her Talent Strategy
In an era where technology is rapidly transforming industries, TD Bank stands out with its innovative approach to integrating cutting-edge solutions into its operations. At the forefront of this transformation is TD’s Chief Engineer and Architect Licenia Rojas, an experienced engineer with three decades in the financial services and emerging tech space. As the bank […]
Showpass Unveils 30,000-Square-Foot Tech Hub in Calgary
Canada’s fastest-growing ticketing company has unveiled a spectacular office facility that rivals the innovation hubs of the largest tech giants. Showpass has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a University of Calgary graduate’s basement. Today, with over 100 dedicated team members, the new 30,000-square-foot HQ in Calgary was imperative to meet the demands […]
Autonomous Driving Company Wayve Establishes New Office in Vancouver to Expand AI Research
London, UK based autonomous driving technology company Wayve announced today that it is expanding its international presence with a new office in Vancouver. The Canadian expansion signifies a key moment in Wayve’s growth as a global AI leader and underpins its commitment to expanding its research and development operations. With Vancouver boasting the highest technology […]
BlueWave Labs Aims to Simplify the Process of Gaining Canadian Experience
Many immigrants with strong qualifications struggle to enter Canada’s tech industry due to a lack of local experience in software development. BlueWave Labs aims to overcome this challenge by providing these skilled software developers with the opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent jobs through practical experience. At BlueWave Labs, volunteers seeking Canadian work experience […]
Quantum Careers Initiative to Foster Inclusive Pathways into Quantum Industry
The Quantum Algorithms Institute, in collaboration with some of Canada’s leading quantum organizations, has announced the launch of the Quantum Careers Initiative, a pioneering platform aimed at providing inclusive resources for individuals aspiring to enter the burgeoning field of quantum technology. The Quantum Careers Initiative (QCI) promises to serve as a comprehensive hub, equipping enthusiasts […]
Negotiating Compensation and Driving Gender Equity in Tech
How do we drive equal pay and equal representation of women in tech? The Thoughtful Co. is coming at it from two angles: they help women negotiate their compensation, and they help employers build more inclusive workplaces that foster equitable promotion and compensation decisions. You may have heard of The Thoughtful Co. before. In just […]