Technology is evolving at a rapid rate, with disruptive innovations like A.I. upending how companies do business. Given change as a constant in tech, talent has also experienced turbulence: work environments have pin-balled from fully in-office to fully at-home, settling everywhere in between. Moreover, yesterday’s skills are not the same as tomorrow’s. Heading into 2024, […]
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As Job Skillsets Shift, LinkedIn Tracks Roles on the Rise in Canada
LinkedIn data shows that skillsets for jobs have changed 25% since 2015 and are projected to shift by 65% by 2030. Executives estimate that 40% of their workforce will need to re-skill as a result of implementing AI and automation over the next three years, a IBM survey found, which could translate to 1.4 billion […]
5 Tech Companies That Will Be Hiring in Toronto in 2024
Canada’s largest tech hub has earned a spot on a global index of 30 cities that are ideal for careers in tech. With the sixth-most tech job openings and the tenth highest average tech salary, Toronto ranks 15th on the list as the sole representative of Canada. As we turn the page on another year, […]
Kainos Expands Toronto Presence: Tripling Workforce and Strengthening Core Hub in Strategic Move with Invest Ontario
UK-headquartered Kainos is tripling down on Toronto. The digital technology provider announced today that it plans to triple its Toronto headcount from 100 to more than 300 employees over the next three years with a new office space, further cementing the Toronto office’s role as a core hub of Kainos’ business in North America. The announcement […]
Emerging Technologies Fuel Sustained Demand for Talent in Canada
Nearly 300,000 technology jobs have been created in Canada over the past six years, according to a report from CompTIA, with more employment growth projected moving forward. Net tech employment cracked 1,350,000 workers in 2022, data from the nonprofit association for the information technology industry and workforce shows, with further expansion to come. Tech employment […]
Microsoft Commits Half a Billion Dollars to Tech and Talent in Canada
One of the world’s largest technology titans this week unveiled an ambitious expansion in Canada, including upskilling talent in the fields of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. An announcement from Microsoft unveiled US$500 million worth of investment earmarked for scaling cloud computing and AI infrastructure and talent in Quebec over the next two years—which represents an […]
GeoComply Unveils New Toronto Office Amidst Ontario’s Booming iGaming Market
One of BC’s Top Employers has opened an office in Toronto. GeoComply, a leading provider of cutting-edge anti-fraud and geolocation solutions, officially opened a new Toronto office this week. The expansion is a testament to the success of Ontario’s open and competitive iGaming market and the positive impact it has had on Canadian business. In […]
Tech Workers Upskilling to Fuel Career Trajectory as Job Market Shift
The tech industry is navigating a delicate balance in the post-pandemic era, where the adoption of hybrid work models has become as varied as the companies themselves. From fully remote teams to those favouring in-office presence, organizations are seeking to maintain productivity and team cohesion in an environment fraught with economic volatility. Within this context, […]
Cyber Range at University of Ottawa Tackles Security Talent Dearth in Canada
When it comes to cyber threats, you can’t always predict when one will occur—but you can prepare. Responding to a cyber incident is a business-wide responsibility, says IBM, and an “entire organization should be prepared to react with speed, agility, common purpose, and the right security services.” IBM first launched its “Cyber Range” concept in […]
NPower Canada’s Workforce Development Program Receives $2M Investment From DIGITAL
NPower Canada has received a $2 million co-investment from DIGITAL, working together with Microsoft and the CIBC Foundation, to scale their Canadian Tech Talent Accelerator (CTTA). Launched in January 2021, the CTTA has been at the forefront of Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery efforts, helping to bridge the talent gap by providing underserved job-seekers with essential digital skills, certifications, and […]