One-third of Canadians are exaggerating their AI skills at work. They’re blaming a lack of formal training alongside growing pressure to keep up as expectations evolve. Data from TD’s recently released 2026 AI Insights report reveals that nearly 80% of Canadians believe adoption of AI tech within the workplace remains inevitable—yet a strong majority admit […]
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AI Enables TD to Be More Human
As technology continues to evolve, the bar for people’s expectations of it is rising. It’s no longer just about speed, efficiency, or scale – people want to have confidence in how it’s being used, which reinforces the importance of judgement, empathy, and trust. That shift is prompting an even more collaborative approach to work, one […]
Canada’s Talent Problem Is Retention: TD
Canada’s tech talent challenge may no longer be about whether the country can attract skilled workers. According to a new report from TD Economics, the bigger question is whether Canada can keep them. In Canada’s Silent Brain Drain, TD warns that Canada is producing strong research, education, and skilled immigration outcomes, but is struggling to […]
What Does the Tech Workforce of the Future Look Like? Insights From TD TechCon 2026
With AI evolving at lightning speed, a hot topic at TD TechCon 2026 was envisioning the future, especially when it comes to technology and talent development. It’s something that participants of a panel entitled “The Tech Workforce of 2030” considered, along with TD executives and attendees throughout the conference. Here’s what they’re considering when it […]
Career Growth Concentrating Around Major Employers, LinkedIn Data Finds
As Canada’s job market enters a cooler period, data from LinkedIn suggests that career growth opportunities are increasingly concentrated in a small group of employers. This group—comprised primarily of banks and enterprise technology firms—dominates the 2026 edition of LinkedIn’s Top Companies. “It’s becoming harder to find and keep a job with global hiring below pre-pandemic […]
At TD TechCon 2026, AI Takes Centre Stage as a Company Invests in Innovation
Toronto’s Sheraton Centre was coloured in green for the fourth annual TD TechCon on March 3, 2026. The internal company conference brings together the brightest tech minds and top leadership at TD, along with external vendors and experts to talk shop, be inspired and think about what the future holds. Techtalent.ca was honoured to be […]
How One Technologist Built a 30-Year Career in Cryptography at TD
Cryptography has become more essential in protecting customers from bad actors – for Greg, this isn’t just a priority, it’s a mission. His decades long career in cryptography has been a journey of constant learning, meaningful collaboration and a workplace culture that fuels connection. In 1984, the first electronic payment network was established in Canada […]
Lifelong Learning for Technology Leaders: Chitra Phal’s Journey at TD
The ability to learn, adapt, and grow is more critical than ever—especially for technology leaders. For professionals navigating this dynamic environment, the key to long-term success lies in building a lifelong learning mindset. For Chitra Phal, Associate Vice President of KYC Engineering at TD Bank Group, this mindset has shaped her career. From deepening her technical […]
TD TechCon Shows How Culture, Collaboration, and Talent Drive Innovation
As TD TechCon 2025 wrapped up, it became clear from my perspective as an attendee, that the conference wasn’t just about TD—it offered valuable lessons for the entire tech industry. The Bank recently hosted its third annual TD TechCon, an education conference designed for TD colleagues to expand their tech skills and knowledge. Techtalent.ca had […]
TD TechCon 2025: The Future of Tech at TD – AI and Security Take Centre Stage
Developing future-ready talent is only part of the TD technology strategy. The Bank is also integrating AI into its core operations, and ensuring that innovation and security evolve hand in hand. At TD TechCon 2025, executives made it clear: AI and security are key priorities. The Bank recently hosted its third annual TD TechCon, an education […]