Vancouver is brimming with talent and ideas, according to the Government of Canada, which recently announced strategic investments in projects aimed at helping scale up local businesses to develop and market new technologies. The government this month unveiled almost $14 million in PacifiCan funding to help seven Vancouver-based businesses and organizations in British Columbia grow. The […]
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Aerospace Ambition in Alberta Anticipated to Create 150 Skilled Jobs
Calgary is moving forward with the launch of an Aerospace Innovation Hub, which is expected to spur the creation of 150 skilled jobs through 2028. Innovators in the aerospace sector will soon gain access to funding, business support, and technology validation in real-world settings at the forthcoming hub, according to a statement from Calgary Economic […]
Harnessing AI’s Potential in Human Resources and Workplace Dynamics
AI is rapidly reshaping the way we work and Human Resources and People & Culture practitioners are uniquely positioned to lead their organizations through this evolving landscape. But where do we start? What exactly is AI, and what are the implications we need to be considering? How can we leverage AI to make our work, […]
Fortinet Invests $30M to Help Address Canada’s Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
A U.S.-based global cybersecurity firm driving the convergence of networking and security announced this week plans today to invest $30 million into Alberta’s technology sector. Fortinet, whose cybersecurity portfolio comprises over 50 enterprise-grade products, serves more than half a million customers. With support from Invest Alberta and Calgary Economic Development, as well as a grant […]
As Tech Talent in Canada Shifts Younger, Preference for Hybrid Work Strengthens
Despite many companies “beating the drum on return-to-office mandates,” a majority of employed Canadians still prefer to work remotely at least some of the time, data from LinkedIn’s latest Workforce Confidence report for Canada shows. With the worst of the Covid-19 Pandemic squarely in the rearview mirror, full-time work in the office is entirely possible, and […]
Growclass Receives $1.7 Million to Train 500 Students in Growth Marketing
The Canadian Marketing Association (CMA) has announced $10.8 million in funding for the launch of the Digital Marketing Skills Canada (DMSC) program, powered by Upskill Canada. Through this funding, Growclass, a Canadian tech leader in the Growth Marketing space, has been granted $1.7 million in funding to train 500 students by March 2025 from underrepresented […]
Build Up Your Quantum Skills Online with Courses from D-Wave
A Canadian quantum computing systems pioneer is concerned about escalating demand for skilled quantum programmers paired with a lack of supply in the talent pipeline. Burnaby-born D-Wave announced this week that it has launched a six-module quantum training course called “Foundations for Quantum Programming.” The self-paced online course equips learners with essential mathematics and Python […]
Helcim Raises $27 Million and They’re Hiring in Calgary
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 […]
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’ […]