Canada’s jobs minister used an international labour meeting in South Africa to announce new funding for youth employment programs and reinforce the …
Young Workers
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Thousands of young people lined up for interviews at the Canadian National Exhibition job fair on Wednesday amid a high level of …
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Global HR PracticesOpinionPensions
As the UK reviews the pension age again, could more time off when you’re young compensate for later retirement?
By Malte Jauch, University of Essex The retirement age keeps creeping up. In the UK, the state pension is currently paid to …
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FeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Student summer job market hits worst level since 2009
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanadian students are facing their toughest summer job market in over a decade, with unemployment among returning students reaching 17.4% in June …
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By Leda Stawnychko, Mount Royal University and Warren Boyd Ferguson, University of Calgary As the school year comes to a close, young …
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FeaturedTraining & Development
Geotab doubles internships as youth unemployment hits 14% in Canada
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOakville tech company Geotab will double its annual internship positions to 360 next year as youth unemployment climbs to 14.2 per cent …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)Featured
Canadians underestimate their AI skills despite widespread workplace use, TD survey finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMost Canadians give themselves failing grades on artificial intelligence knowledge, yet three-quarters pass basic AI tests and more than half use the …
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By Ritika Dubey A slowing job market and economic uncertainty have made it harder for new graduates to get their foot in the …
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FeaturedRecruitment
Ontario launches online career portal amid tariff concerns
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe Ontario government has launched My Career Journey, an online platform designed to connect students and job seekers with education and training …
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By Craig Lord The federal government is moving to shore up a historically weak summer job market for students — even as one …