Today, July 25th, is National Intern Day. This day takes place on the last Thursday of June each year, and is designated to celebrate and uplift interns. Whether you’re a student looking for a role in tech or are a seasoned worker looking to break into the industry, securing a tech internship placement is a sure-fire […]
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AI Startup Cohere Secures $500 Million, Plans Workforce Expansion Despite Layoffs
Cohere, a Toronto-based AI startup, has successfully raised $500 million from prominent investors like Cisco, AMD, and Fujitsu. The funding round also saw contributions from Canadian pension investment manager PSP Investments and Canada’s export credit agency EDC, bringing Cohere’s valuation to an impressive $5.5 billion. Specializing in large language models for businesses, Cohere has attracted […]
Clio Secures Historic USD $900 Million Investment to Revolutionize Legal Tech Industry and Expand Workforce
Centaur Clio has landed the largest investment round in Canadian history and is actively hiring across all areas of its business including sales, marketing, product, and customer success. The global leader in legal tech has raised USD $900 million Series F round led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA) based on a USD $3 billion valuation. Clio will […]
This Summer’s Hot Tech Talent Trends Across Canada
This month marks another Canada Day—happy birthday, Canada! Still spry and youthful at age 157, the vast nation of Canada continues to see active change throughout the economy as rapid advancements in technology and other powerful forces impact the story arc of local talent. As a publication dedicated to covering the intersection of tech and […]
Check Point Enhances Academy to Help Close Canada’s Cybersecurity Skills Gap
Projections have estimated that, by 2040, 40% more cybersecurity professionals will be required to meet rising global demand. In Canada, cyber attacks are up as a nationwide inability to fulfill positions exasperates the issue. In response, global cybersecurity firm Check Point last year announced the expansion of its SecureAcademy Program in Canada to provide students with essential […]
Major Investment into Semiconductor Industry Spurs Hundreds of Skilled Jobs
The global semiconductor market is expected to expand from US$500 billion in 2020 to US$695 billion by 2025. Canada is seeking to position itself as a global supplier of semiconductors, which it considers crucial for security, economy, and technological progress. “Semiconductors are at the centre of Canadians’ daily lives and Canada’s economy,” says François-Philippe Champagne, […]
Report Finds ‘Overwhelming Sense of Enthusiasm’ for A.I. in the Workplace
Artificial intelligence is poised to redefine workflows and unlock new opportunities for growth, suggests a report from one of Canada’s biggest names. Thomson Reuters this week released their annual “Future of Professionals” report, which shows optimism among the laptop class in Canada. “Professionals no longer need to speculate on the potential for AI to impact […]
Investment of $33M Across 14 Projects to Support 800 Agtech Jobs in Canada
Through coordination across all levels of government and in partnership with industry, Canada is hoping to enable Alberta’s small- and medium-sized businesses to capitalize on opportunities. Specifically, Prairies Economic Development Canada is seeking to build upon Alberta’s reputation as an “agricultural powerhouse” by investing more than $20 million across projects commercializing innovative products, technologies, and […]
Scaling Your Career Alongside a Scaling Company
Meet three Maple team members driving innovation for good in Canadian tech Some pursue careers in technology for the chance to develop groundbreaking innovation, while others are driven by the chance to use next-generation technology to tackle systemic challenges and create transformative change. Maple – a Canadian technology company founded with the purpose of supporting […]
Revolutionizing Recruitment: How HR Technology and AI are Transforming Hiring Practices
In today’s dynamic hiring environment, companies are increasingly investing in HR technology to streamline their hiring processes and enhance the candidate experience. To better understand how technology is helping HR professionals simplify routine tasks, we spoke with Chuck Walker, Senior Advisor – Public Safety Information Management at Sterling. Chuck joined Sterling in 2014 after completing […]