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In an effort to upskill thousands of Canadians, the Government of British Columbia is partnering with the Digital Technology Supercluster, NPower Canada, Microsoft Canada and Blueprint to collectively invest over $15 million to expand the Canadian Tech Talent Accelerator program in B.C. This investment will create equitable economic opportunity for up to 2,000 B.C. residents, between […]
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Microsoft Expanding Vancouver Footprint, Adding 500 New Jobs
Today, Microsoft announced the creation of a new Data Innovation Centre of Excellence, increased local technical talent and the addition of a new Azure Edge Zone. The newly created Data Innovation Centre of Excellence will provide deep technical resources to help Canadian organizations harness the power of data and cloud technology to accelerate their digital […]
More Canadian Colleges & Universities Join Microsoft To Bolster Cloud Skills
Microsoft Canada has announced the addition of eight post-secondary institutions to the Canada Skills Program, bringing the total to 20 schools in six provinces across Canada. Launched last fall, the program allows students to acquire in-demand cloud, data and AI skills and Microsoft certifications alongside their institutions’ credentials, enhancing their employability as they enter the […]
Digital Technology Supercluster Launches Canadian Tech Talent Accelerator
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered Canada’s economy and labour market. The increase in the need for digital skills has widened the ‘digital divide’ and skills gap, contributing to higher unemployment – especially for more vulnerable Canadians. In response Canada’s Digital Technology Supercluster has announced its largest investment to date in developing in-demand digital talent […]
Microsoft & Amii Bring AI Expertise To Albertans Impacted By COVID-19
Microsoft and the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) have teamed up to put forward $200,000 in scholarships in Amii’s Machine Learning Technician Certification I. The seats are being offered to Albertans whose employment has been negatively impacted by COVID-19 or those who come from communities that are underrepresented in STEM. “With the demand for AI […]
Over 300,000 Canadians Gain New Digital Skills With Microsoft
Over the past three months, over 10 million learners worldwide have gained new digital skills as part of Microsoft, LinkedIn and GitHub’s global skills initiative. The ambitious program was launched in June to provide access to digital skills for those experiencing economic impact caused by COVID-19. By reskilling workers impacted by COVID-19, Microsoft will continue to […]
Canadian Colleges & Universities Join Microsoft To Bolster Cloud Skills
Today, Microsoft Canada and 12 post-secondary institutions announced the Canada Skills Program. Launching this fall, the program will bolster the data & AI skills and employability of more than 4,500 students in diploma, degree and continuing education programs. The Canada Skills program provides opportunities for students to acquire in-demand digital skills and certifications enabling them […]
What are the Highest Paying Internships in Canada?
Despite summer still being a season away, it’s never too early to start your internship search. Internships are essential because it’s the best way for students to gain the experiences they need to position themselves for a bright future career. They also allow students to work in their ideal field for a short duration which […]
Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in Canada
Glassdoor has announced the winners of its 5th annual Employees’ Choice Awards, honoring the Best Places to Work in 2020 across Canada. Unlike other workplace awards, the Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Awards are based on the input of employees who voluntarily provide anonymous feedback, by completing a company review about their job, work environment and employer over the past […]