P.E.I. invests $1.67M in Indigenous skills training
Prince Edward Island announces a $1.67 million investment to support skills development and employment opportunities for Indigenous communities. Learn about the new provincial initiative.
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Staples Canada resold laptops with customer data: probe
An investigation reveals Staples Canada resold refurbished laptops with previous owners' personal data still on them, raising serious privacy concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Data Engineer Roles Thrive in Toronto Amid Tech Sector Shift
While the tech sector softens, data engineering skills remain in high demand in Toronto. A new 2026 learning bundle offers a path to master tools like Databricks and Python for career resilience.
Acronis Unveils New Archival Storage Solution for MSPs
Acronis introduces Archival Storage, a cost-efficient, compliance-ready solution for long-term data retention, designed for Canadian MSPs and SMBs. Learn about its key features.
Ontario sues company over alleged Skills Development Fund fraud
The Ontario government has launched a lawsuit against a company for alleged fraud connected to the $1 billion Skills Development Fund. Get the full details on the case and its implications.
Finland starts fake news battle in preschool classrooms
Finland is tackling misinformation by teaching media literacy to children as young as preschoolers. Could Canada adopt a similar proactive educational strategy?
$12.8B Swiss-Backed Data Centre Plan for Alberta
A European-backed data centre project in Alberta could be worth $12.8 billion, leveraging the province's natural gas for AI computing power. Discover the details of this major investment.
Canada's Economy Needs Investment in People, Not Just Projects
A new study reveals a critical gap in workforce training. As PM Carney pushes for major infrastructure, experts argue investing in 'meta skills' like collaboration is key to economic growth. Read more.
Algonquin College hosts traditional hide tanning workshop
Tammy Pizendewatch Twashi leads a traditional Indigenous deer hide tanning workshop at Algonquin College in Ottawa, preserving cultural knowledge for students.
Canadian Hiring Slows in 2026, Skills Gap a Major Hurdle
A new survey reveals Canadian companies are scaling back hiring plans for early 2026, with a growing skills mismatch posing the biggest challenge. Discover the key trends shaping the labour market.
Career Expert: Generalists Thrive in Fast-Changing World
Diana MacKay discusses why a generalist approach may be the best career strategy for young Canadians facing rapid change and information overload. Learn how to navigate an unpredictable future.
Walmart, U.S. Firms Build Skilled Trades Pipeline
Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
Bitget, Google Developer Group ETH Zurich Partner on Web3 Education
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget announces a major annual partnership with Google Developer Group at ETH Zurich to accelerate student skills in Web3 and AI through hackathons and workshops.
Flawed U.S. Inflation Data Undermines Trump's Claims
A problematic November 2025 U.S. inflation report, marred by a federal shutdown, casts doubt on cooling price data and President Trump's affordability victory claims. Wall Street labels it 'a mess'.
Ontario minister faces ethics probe over Skills Development Fund
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini over allegations of preferential treatment in the $2.5B Skills Development Fund. Opposition calls for his resignation.
Integrity probe launched into Ontario minister David Piccini
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
Cyber Attack Hits Ontario School Board, Personal Data Exposed
A cyber attack on Ontario's Rainbow District School Board may have breached sensitive employee and student data, including SINs and bank details. The board has worked for nine months to assess the damage.
$1.26B European Investment for Alberta Data Centres
Two European companies will build four data centres in Alberta, starting in Olds and Bonnyville, attracted by the province's energy and business climate. A major boost for local tech.
Hacking group claims theft of Pornhub user data
The hacking collective ShinyHunters claims to have stolen data from users of the adult site Pornhub. Learn about the breach details and potential risks for Canadians.
Ontario School Board Cyber Attack Exposes Sensitive Data
A cyber breach at a Northern Ontario school board has compromised highly sensitive information, including Social Insurance Numbers and passport data. Learn the details and implications.
WinnipegTech Seeks Manitoba Land for Data Centre
A Winnipeg-based tech company is scouting for the perfect 'Goldilocks' plot in Manitoba to build a large-scale data centre, aiming to capitalize on the province's resources and strategic location. Learn more about this potential economic driver.
Pembina Trails cybersecurity probe ends, groups identified
The Pembina Trails School Division's cybersecurity investigation is complete, revealing which groups had information potentially exposed. Learn the details and implications.
23andMe proposes $4.49M data breach settlement
A $4.49 million settlement has been proposed in a class-action lawsuit against 23andMe over a major data breach. The deal awaits court approval and could affect many Canadians.
NDP questions $2M grant to dentist's firm with Ford ties
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles demands answers after a company owned by a dentist with connections to Premier Doug Ford received a $2 million government grant. Explore the details and political fallout.
Ontario exempts training centres from municipal laws
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
CME Futures Outage Halts Global Trading
A cooling system malfunction at a Chicago data centre caused a major CME futures outage, disrupting global equity, forex, and commodities trading for hours.
Weak Jobs Data Signals Need for Bank of Canada Rate Cuts
New payroll data reveals Canada's job market is weaker than believed, with 58,000 positions lost in September. Economist David Rosenberg says this cries out for more Bank of Canada rate cuts.
North Perth Municipality Confirms Cybersecurity Incident
The Municipality of North Perth confirms a cybersecurity incident is under investigation. Officials have not disclosed what information may have been compromised. Learn the latest details.
Canadian publishers' copyright lawsuit against OpenAI proceeds
An Ontario court allows a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI by Canadian news publishers to proceed, alleging unauthorized use of content for AI training. Follow the case details.
Alberta Proposes Levy on AI Data Centres
Alberta's UCP government introduces bill enabling tech companies to build data centres while protecting public power and water grids. Learn about the new regulatory framework.
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