Toronto Global caught up with Lorraine Godwin, VP Commercial of VerAI Discoveries to talk about the mining industry, technology, and her career in geophysics. VerAI Discoveries is disrupting Mineral Exploration by deploying a revolutionary Artificial Intelligence Platform that detects concealed mineral deposits. There are no more easy discoveries. The remaining ore deposits are concealed under covered terrain making them […]
Interviews
The Importance of Digital Upskilling in the Growth Marketing Space
LinkedIn recently listed ‘Growth Manager’ as the number one fastest growing job in Canada. Within that role, the current gender breakdown is 23 per cent female and 73 per cent male. Despite growth marketing being a lucrative, quickly growing job, there are not enough accessible ways for women and underrepresented communities to upskill to be considered […]
From Facebook to ShyftLabs: Yi Ma’s Journey in Transforming Data Science Leadership
In an industry where data is king and the landscape is ever-changing, the journey from a tech giant like Facebook to a forward-thinking company like ShyftLabs is filled with valuable lessons and insights. Techtalent.ca sat down with Yi Ma, Chief Data Officer at ShyftLabs, to learn what it takes to be a successful leader in […]
Many Canadians Will Finally Return to Office This Year, but Will Tech Workers Be Joining Them?
We’re starting to see signs that 2024 will be the year that many workers finally return to the office, at least part-time. This return, stoked partly by a more competitive job market and by the arrival of corporate in-office policies, will reignite confidence among decision-makers and their employees to make big picture office decisions. But […]
In Conversation With Reddit: How Employer-Sponsored Family Planning Benefits Can Help Attract the Best Talent
Recent research has shown fertility and family planning are at the top of mind for many in the workforce, with nearly 70 per cent of millennials who’ve said they would change jobs to ensure they have fertility coverage. In an effort to address the needs of future and current employees, more and more businesses are launching and […]
In Conversation with Helen Kontozopoulos: Leading AI Innovation and Inspiring Women in Tech
The journey of women-led tech companies seeking funding is often fraught with unique challenges and funding. In an industry where gender parities unfortunately still exist, women entrepreneurs frequently encounter biases, limited access to networks, and systemic barriers that can hinder their ability to secure the capital necessary for growth and innovation. These challenges not only […]
Embracing the Potential: Canadian Students Navigate AI for Academic Success
The younger generation is catching onto the potential benefits Artificial Intelligence (AI) can have on their academic success. While teachers grapple with whether to embrace or reject its use in the classroom, according to a 2023 study, over half of Canadian students are using generative AI to assist them in their schoolwork despite 60 per cent […]
Empowering Employers to Foster Mental Health Inclusivity: The YES WorkAbility Program
In Canada, the unemployment rate for individuals with mental illness stands at 75 per cent. There is a need to address the growing issue of mental health in Canada, and employers need to be a part of the solution. By taking proactive measures and implementing meaningful strategies to provide support and resources for individuals struggling […]
Championing Change: Melanie Fatouros-Richardson’s Journey to Leadership in Tech and Her Commitment to Gender Diversity
It is no secret that historically, males have dominated leadership roles in tech. The stats speak for themselves with female representation in tech having decreased in recent years. According to DDI’s 2023 Global Leadership Forecast, women make up 28% of professionals in the tech industry. Canada’s only homegrown food delivery network, SkipTheDishes, has championed women in […]
Q+A with Humi’s CEO Kevin Kliman on Improving Employee Experience
National data recently revealed a significant decline in Canadians changing jobs, marking the lowest rate since 2020. With fewer new job opportunities and increased competition among workers, job hopping is no longer as feasible as it was in 2021. While employers benefit from employees staying put, employees may miss out on valuable chances to negotiate […]