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How do I negotiate a salary offer in a Canadian tech company?

I got an offer from a tech company in Kitchener-Waterloo for $85k as a junior developer. I was making $72k before. Glassdoor says the range is $80-100k. I want to negotiate to $90k but I'm terrified t...

Career Mike Chen 4 weeks ago

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How do I switch careers from retail to IT without going back to school?

I've been in retail management for 8 years in Halifax. I want to get into IT support. I don't have a degree but I'm good with computers. What certifications (CompTIA A+? Google IT cert?) actually help...

Career Lisa Tremblay Sep 20, 2026

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How do I write a Canadian-style resume that gets past ATS filters?

I've applied to 50+ jobs on LinkedIn and Indeed and haven't gotten a single interview. I suspect my resume is getting filtered by ATS software before anyone reads it. I'm in Toronto working in marketi...

Career David Leblanc Sep 16, 2026