As the cost of living continues to rise and pay discrepancies persist across minority demographics in Canada, there is a growing demand for organizations to promote open and honest conversations in the context of salary transparency. According to the most recent data from Statistics Canada, female employees aged 25 to 54 earned 88% of their […]
Thought Leadership
A Day In The Life Of A Data Analyst—What’s It Really Like?
From financial institutions to healthcare providers, manufacturers, government agencies, and media companies, every organization is generating more data than ever before. Embracing data is key to staying on top of the competition, pivoting business models, finding new opportunities, and ultimately growing a business. To uncover patterns and stories from large data sets, companies need Data […]
How To Retain And Support A Remote Workforce
Like it or not, remote work is here to stay. The shift towards more flexible work environments, specifically remote and hybrid styles, has become prominent in a post-pandemic world. During COVID-19, employers had no choice but to shift their workforce online. But now they are prompted with a choice — to stay fully remote, shift […]
New Census Data Proves the Toronto Region is More Diverse and Skilled Than Ever
In the investment and talent attraction world, the word ‘diversity’ has become ubiquitous. It’s true that most global cities have diverse populations – a critical ingredient to an innovative and dynamic economy. You’ll notice almost every city throws around this buzz word, but the Toronto Region is one of the only places in the world […]
Technovation Kicks Off 2023 Season and Global Competition
Technovation recently announced the kick off of its 2023 season and global competition to build on its movement to reach and support 25 million girls and young women to become problem-solving technology leaders and entrepreneurs in the next 15 years. Technovation is introducing three new climate-focused units to empower youth to tackle issues of responsible […]
Teaching Digital Marketing Skills Will Fuel Entrepreneurs in Canada
The digital marketing field is growing rapidly—and for good reason. According to a recent Statistica report, 96.5% of Canada’s population is on the internet. Cell phones are no longer solely for calls and text messages. These devices are how we get our information. For entrepreneurs, this is good and bad all at once. Those who […]
Let’s Foster Inclusion by Unlocking the Potential of a Skilled Workforce
The race for tech talent is on, and it’s global. We’re seeing that tightening demographics, international mobility, and virtual work are fueling an already competitive battle to attract skilled tech workers. Canada seems well placed when it comes to talent acquisition, particularly in innovation. We have one of the most highly skilled and educated workforces […]
HYBRID OR BUST: The Shifting Power Dynamic Between Employees and Employers
In the decades leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work was limited to senior staff or was permitted only in extenuating circumstances. It was seen as the ultimate perk — and very few employees were offered it. Then, in the early days of the pandemic, an unexpected shift happened virtually overnight: employees were allowed — […]
4 Effective Ways Employers Can Boost Staff Morale
While January is the month of setting new goals and resolutions, it can also be quite a difficult time for many people. Whether they’re dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), post-holiday blues, or burn out, it’s important for employers to do their part and create a healthy work environment. Companies with a strong positive morale […]
Old Habits Are Out of Place in the New World of Work
The last few months have been flooded with news of companies taking advantage of the shifting economy to mandate stricter policies around returning to the office. The latest examples of this are two highly influential organizations — Starbucks and Disney — with both CEOs citing a return to the office will increase collaboration and connection […]