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So I moved to Canada many years ago and found a job within the financial services space, the corporate culture was much better than what I had experienced in my home country. At least at my level- I was aware of politics at higher levels but my peers were super helpful, people laughed and joked, trusted each other and built good relationships even if the work itself wasn't the best all the time.

Cut to a new job I joined last year (my second job in Canada so I don't have much to reference except my previous workplace) same industry but the culture shock has been insane.

No one smiles, people don't speak up during team meetings, your own team mates are so focused on their own little silo that they don't bother helping you. I understand that a part of it comes from everyone drowning in their own workload but still the company just feels very inhuman. They're extremely strict about their policies and generally don't treat their employees like adults. Everyone seems morose.

I have stopped smiling at work, it's almost as if that's what they expect.

Has anyone else experienced this?

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I'm a mid/senior level Product Manager/Product Owner with 8+ years of Canadian experience in the field as well as CSPO certification. Due to a recent company restructuring/policy change I was terminated without cause as they're relocating the role to another province. I've been applying nonstop to relevant openings on LinkedIn as well as directly on company sites, some even with internal referrals, but not having much luck at all landing interviews. I'm not even applying to FAANG level companies as I know those are virtually impossible to get into unless you know some director level connections. These are your ordinary companies with modest salaries. For example I had applied to a PM position at Allstate that I knew I was 100% qualified for, but still got rejected even with a connection referral as well as a personalized message to the hiring manager. I know the market right now is absolutely terrible for IT in Canada, but not even landing initial recruiter/HR screenings is insane after nearly 100 applications as a qualified professional.

I'd welcome an honest critique of my resume. I've spent a lot of time on it and ran it through various AI evaluation tools. There will obviously be subjective improvements in wording/formatting and such, but I'm struggling to see if there's anything critically wrong with it that's either not making it past ATS or initial recruiter scan.

Before I ask for advice, I want to say that I’m genuinely grateful for the role I have today and the stability it brings. At the same time, I feel ready for something more aligned with where I want to go.
I have 9 years of banking experience across three continents and currently earn $120K. I’ve been in my current role for about 2 years, with no bonus or salary increase, and the commute is about 2 hours each way. I’m now focusing on opportunities in downtown Toronto.
Over the past month, I’ve been actively applying. About 10% of my applications have been rejected so far, while most are still sitting in “under review” or “application received.” Given my background as a strategy consultant, I feel my experience is strong—but I’m not seeing the traction I expected.

I’d really appreciate any advice on what I could be doing better.

Heya,

My dad is looking for a part time job after is regular working hours but he's totally uneducated so basically he just needs some extra income like a part time job on the side.

So he's looking for something where he can just do deliveries around my neighborhood.

P.S. - Uber wouldn't work since he doesn't have a GPS in the car and doesn't know how to navigate Google maps so it has to be a consistent area where he can just memorize the directions.

Can anyone help me out like it's kinda annoying at this point since he's always raging at me for not having enough income and second me not finding him another job. He won't get a job anywhere else since he his uneducated. Like its not really my problem at this point.

If anyone could help please message me or comment in the comments.

Edited: Open to medication delivery for elderly patients or even anyone who needs it to be delivered would work - Preferred in the Mississauga area.

I have a City of Toronto interview coming up (specifically for the elections so it’s temporary) and have an eyebrow piercing, nose ring, and snake bites. Should I remove them all (or put clear retainers on) or just the snakebites?

(numbers made up) There is a job posting for a large company that listed a salary range of $100k-140k. I'm okay with getting offered the lower end ($100k). If I get asked about my salary expectations during an interview, what's the best response to not be turned down because of my salary expectation, but also not sound desperate or sell myself short?

Do I say "I'm comfortable with the given range of $100k-140k"? Or shoot for the middle and say "I believe $110k-130k is fair"? Or not undercut the higher end and say "I believe $110k-140k" is fair"?

Hi everyone! I am a dental hygiene student in Scarborough, ON (300 Borough Dr, Inside STC Mall). I am looking for reliable patients interested in being paid to get their teeth cleaned.

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I have done placement during my college days,when i apply for jobs,Hr often asks me why i didnt have enough experience?I dont know how to explain.advise please

Looking for individuals looking to cut grass.

We have 4 positions open but 1 of them is for if you can drive a truck and trailer and use zero turn mowers.

Lots of hours.

Edit: depending on experience it ranges from $19.00 - 25$.00 / hour

I got an offer for a job at one of the big 5 banks in canada. its through a recruiting agency. everything went seemingly well, they offered me the position, i accepted and even my background check was cleared. I was supposed to start on monday, and this friday they are saying they have closed the role.

they havent given a clear answer to the recruitment agency, as i was told by my recruiter. he thinks someone was moved internally, but for that to happen right before the start date? what are your thoughts? anything i can do?

Now i am back to being unemployed lol

There is seemingly nothing worse than seeing <<This job post has expired>> or <<We’re moving forward with other candidates.>> Fortunately I still live at home and I’m still in school for at least another year.

I’ve handed out my resume in person. I’ve tried my luck with places at least an hour away by transit. I’ll literally have breakfast while filling out online applications. It’s demoralizing.

And it’s starting to become embarrassing. I’m literally getting into arguments with my younger brother (who found another job after a couple months of trying) whenever he happens to catch me heading out to do something ‘free‘ with my friend, watching a movie, or working on a hobby.

And I know, I know. I should’ve gotten a job when I started uni. (Mental health and burnout have not made my academics easy for sure.)

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Hi Everyone,

I’m looking for advice on finding paid goldsmith/jewelry apprenticeships in Toronto, ideally downtown. I’ve already checked Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and individual studio websites, but I’m not seeing any active paid postings in the downtown core.

I’m hoping someone here might know of:

• Jewellers who are currently hiring apprentices • Studios that are open to sponsoring apprentices • Workshops that offer paid training or entry-level bench roles • Any downtown jewellers who have taken apprentices in the past

I’m open to midtown or GTA options too, but downtown would be ideal. If you have any leads, recommendations, or insight into how people usually break into the trade in Toronto, I’d really appreciate it.

I just want to land an internship. I have had luck getting an 8 month internship, but I am worried about not having that luck after the term ends. I have applied to countless Canadian internship, and luckily I got one interview and offer. Would I have more luck in the US market?

hi everyone! im borrowing a friends account to reach out to advisors or anyone with knowledge on this topic.

so i got offered a position at desjardins and i will move into a sales role eventually. should i take the job? it seems like theres a lot of support from team members. i am fine with heavier workloads as long as its within my 9-5 lol, but my only concern is WHAT IF im not generating enough leads in the future? im not guaranteed success, so is it risky to reject my other offers and go for this one?

ive worked retail and im pretty comfortable talking to others. i just need a job that is stable in the future and that i actually enjoy. if you have any experience working at desjardins please let me know your experience!!

thank you!