‘A remarkable milestone’: Canadian employment jumps back to prepandemic levels
In September, around 19.13 million people were employed – the same as in February, 2020, marking a significant milestone in Canada’s recovery from the…
Pandemic pivots: Facing layoffs and financial worries, women launch new careers
While many Canadians have been forced to solve problems and mend careers in the wake of the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, women have been hit…
Low wages and instability to blame for restaurant industry labour shortage, workers say
As restaurateurs across the country scramble to fill thousands of jobs, a common refrain has emerged: If the government wasn’t paying workers to stay…
A step-by-step guide for mastering the informational meeting when job seeking
Psychologists tell us that the key to earning someone’s trust and confidence is to validate them as an expert by asking the sort of…
Ageism may be rampant in Canadian workplaces, but career experts say the tide is turning
Cognitive diversity – or having an assortment of individuals from distinctive demographics, with different personalities, thinking and values – has proven to optimize team…
Why are millions still on COVID-19 income support? It’s complicated
Seventeen months into the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada’s job market is a mess of contradictions. By Matt Lundy, Economics Reporter* – Aug, 2021 Small-business owners cite…
Despite the struggles of the pandemic, Canada wisely remains committed to growing immigration levels
The pandemic has prompted much talk about Canada’s economic future and the path to long-term prosperity. Recent research by the Conference Board of Canada…
Mental-health strategies we can borrow from elite athletes
Elite athletes can experienced anxiety and depression; Turns out that the skills they learn are just as applicable to the workplace. By Kimiya Shokooh…
Looking for a new job? Refresh your résumé with these tips for 2021
it’s time to refresh those cover letters and résumés. By Sadaf Ahsan – Special to the Globe and Mail* – July, 2021 More than a…
If you’re looking for a six-figure salary, there are now more remote openings than in any individual city
Those hoping to earn a six-figure salary will now find more opportunities that are fully remote than in any individual city in North America.…
