As Canadians spend more and more time online, one could assume that cyber safety would be second nature. Yet, despite living in an era of unparalleled access to information and education, many Canadians are still putting themselves at risk online. Canada’s theme for this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Generation Cyber Safe, serving as a […]
Thought Leadership
Scaling Up Success: Why Canada’s Future Lies in Supporting High-Growth Tech Companies
In the narrative of technological advancement, it’s often natural to root for the underdog as many of us have been in their shoes before – the scrappy startup with a revolutionary idea and boundless potential. This tendency to champion the little guy has led to an abundance of support and attention for early-stage tech companies […]
The Business of Giving: Why Philanthropy and Giving Back Should Be Apart of Your Business Strategy
The modern workplace isn’t what it used to be, and employees aren’t looking for the same old standard benefits that used to attract top talent. While competitive salaries and an extra week of vacation will always be appreciated, today’s workforce is seeking something a little more substantial and meaningful from their employer and workplace. Enter […]
Veterans Are a Solution to Canada’s Growing Digital Skills Gap
Canada is home to over 461,000 veterans, nearly one-third of whom are in the prime working age range of 25-54 years. Despite their immense potential, many veterans face significant obstacles in finding meaningful employment, largely due to a lack of adequate transitional support. Meanwhile, there are approximately 600,000 job vacancies in Canada. As technological advancements […]
From Crisis to Opportunity: Leveraging Immigration to Boost Canadian Entrepreneurship
Canada is grappling with numerous crises, but none is as crippling as the entrepreneurial crisis. Entrepreneurship—the art of creating and operating a business for profit—is an essential catalyst for innovation, job creation, and economic vitality. This is not merely a popular belief; it is substantiated by extensive global studies. Yet, this crucial element is alarmingly […]
National Intern Day: Break into Canadian Tech
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 […]
Advocating for Female Empowerment in STEM and Cybersecurity
Despite global skills shortages, women remain underrepresented in STEM fields which demonstrates the need for democratization in the workforce. In a world where our personal and national security is at stake, diversity in thought and approach is an underutilized asset. Despite critical global cybersecurity skills shortages, women remain underrepresented in scientific fields. With an increased frequency […]
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. […]
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 […]
How Many IT Staffing Vendors Should a Company Work With?
Recruiting and managing software and IT staff through vendor partners is meant to bring relief from tedious pre-screening and hiring processes, but it can be a double-edged sword, if not done right. Companies tend to struggle with choosing the optimum number of staffing vendors they should have on the preferred vendor list. The standard dilemma: […]