Calgary’s Helcim, a leading omnichannel payment processing platform, has closed a $27 million Series B funding round led by Silicon Valley venture capital firm Headline. This round marks a significant milestone for Helcim, reflecting substantial growth in 2023, serving merchants in major industries including healthcare, automotive, B2B wholesale, and professional services, with a merchant presence […]
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Demand for Cybersecurity Talent Continues to Outpace Supply in Canada
The worldwide proportion of elections targeted by cyber threat activity increased from 23% in 2021 to 26% in 2022, according to the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security’s “Cyber Threats to Canada’s Democratic Process: 2023 Update.” The concern is part of a broader trend: Cyberattacks increased globally by 38% from 2021 to 2022, according to data from Check […]
With Layoffs in the Rearview, Canadian Tech Markets Aim for Return to Growth
The global labour market continues to evolve amid a backdrop of remote work, shifting migration patterns, and increased economic development, suggests a new report. But at least the worst of the layoffs is probably behind us, data from CBRE shows. The worldwide unemployment rate closed 2022 at 5.8%, according to statistics from the United Nations’ […]
Canadian Documentary to Reflect on History and Complexity of Remote Work
As March looms, we approach the fourth anniversary of Canada’s initial Pandemic lockdown. The response to the emerging Covid-19 virus—including a temporary shuttering of many businesses and offices—spurred an unprecedented surge in Canadians working from home (and not working at all). Digitalization and automation were “already well underway before the pandemic and COVID-19 accelerated it,” according to […]
Life Sciences Sector Challenged by Growing Talent Shortage in Canada
In recent years, British Columbia’s life sciences sector has emerged as a significant driver of innovation and economic growth in the province. Since 2019, the sector achieved 27% growth in GDP, making it the fastest growing life sciences sector in Canada and outpacing the growth of the overall B.C. economy. Today, the sector is a […]
Government Launches Nationwide Campaign to Help Canadians Upskill
Executives estimate that 40% of their workforce will need to reskill as a result of implementing AI and automation over the next three years, an IBM survey found. As AI and automation continue to evolve, a large segment of the global workforce “will need to acquire new skills to remain relevant in their professions,” hiring […]
Unveiling the Real Cost of On-Site Software Development Teams
When you make a $100,000 base salary offer to a local software developer, the figure doesn’t exactly tell the whole story – a reality many seasoned hiring managers might miss in their budget calculations. Direct Costs: More Than Just Salary In the USA or Canada, the financial commitment to employees goes beyond just the paycheque. […]
As AI Takes Over Work, LinkedIn Reveals This Year’s Most In-Demand Skills
LinkedIn data shows that skillsets for jobs have changed 25% since 2015 and are projected to shift by 65% by 2030. And the company’s last “Future of Work Report” found that a majority of executives no longer consider the traditional four-year degree as essential to an organization’s success. Indeed, the skillsets hiring managers seek are […]
In Age of AI, Canada’s Top Employers Embrace ‘Continuous Learning’
A list of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024 has been released. Now celebrating its 24th year, the Canada’s Top 100 Employers project is a national competition to determine which employers offer exceptional workplaces for employees. Initially distributed late last year through The Globe and Mail, the annual list is now available online for talent […]
How To Prepare for Hiring Events
Hiring events, like career fairs, can be fantastic ways to meet and learn more about local employers… and for them to get to know what you’re like beyond your resume! There’s just one thing — networking can feel like a daunting task especially if you’re looking for a job. Even just the mention of it […]