Hey there, Local!
Ready for your weekly dose of valuable insights, fresh career opportunities, and practical guidance? In today’s edition:
🚨 New law in Ontario: Ghosting candidates is officially banned! (Yes, really.)
🌟 Canada’s fastest-growing roles: Top career paths for 2025 and beyond.
🔑 Skills are the new resume: Why you should showcase your skills first.
💻 The hottest jobs this week: Fresh positions available right now.
🕵️ Insider hiring secrets: Tips HR won’t tell you.
Without further ado, let’s dig in!
🛠️ Jobs This Week
Want remote flexibility and excellent pay? Don’t miss these fantastic roles available now:
Customer Support Specialist (Fully Remote)
💼 Company: Explorer Software Group
💰 Salary: $58,000–$70,000/year
📝 Role: Provide outstanding customer support in the construction software sector.
Data Entry Clerk (Remote) (Toronto, ON)
💼 Company: Malaksi Consulting
📝 Role: Typing accuracy, data entry and clarification.
Call Centre Agent (Mississauga, ON)
💼 Company: Public Storage
💰 Pay: From $18/hour
📝 Role: Handle inbound customer calls with strong communication skills.
And that's just the start! Check out the full list of remote and flexible job openings here:
PLUS 👉 More Hot Jobs Here
👻 Goodbye Ghosting! Ontario Makes Job Searches Fairer
Ever been interviewed, then left waiting indefinitely for a reply? You're not alone. But starting January 2026, employers in Ontario must notify all interviewed job candidates about their hiring status within 45 DAYS. That's right; ignoring candidates after an interview (“ghosting”) will officially be illegal.
Think about it: it took actual legislation to ensure companies perform basic courtesy.
Candidates put in significant effort, take time off work, and invest emotionally, yet too often hear nothing back. Now, employers who ignore this responsibility could face penalties from the Ministry of Labour.
Employers everywhere: consider this a wake-up call to treat applicants with fairness and respect.
This new rule is a big win for job seekers:
✅ Fairness: Employers must give you closure after interviews.
✅ Respect: Your preparation and time deserve acknowledgment.
✅ Less stress: Clearer timelines and transparent communication.
👉 While it's only Ontario for now, let’s hope this respectful practice becomes the standard across Canada!
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Our sister newsletter WorkShift by CareerBuddy is gathering insights into global HR and leadership trends. We'd love your Canadian perspective!
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Your experiences with remote and hybrid work
The impact of AI and technology on your job
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🔑 Why Skills (Not Resumes) Are Your New Career Currency
And speaking of careers, did you know? Canadian employers are increasingly shifting from traditional resumes to skills-based hiring.
Why this matters for you:
🎯 Show what you can do through real-world tests and challenges.
🌍 Easier for newcomers and immigrants in general to demonstrate value without local experience.
📈 Employers quickly identify the right talent—based on practical skills rather than job titles.
How to thrive in a skills-first job market:
Build a skills portfolio showcasing real projects.
Highlight online courses, bootcamps, volunteering, and side projects.
Clearly communicate your technical & soft skills.
📈 Canada’s Fastest-Growing Jobs (and How to Land Them!)
Wondering where your experience fits best in Canada’s evolving job market? Here’s your cheat-sheet of in-demand careers:
📌 Role/Sector | 💼 Skills Needed |
AI & Data Leadership | AI strategy, data analytics, leadership |
Tech & Cybersecurity | Cloud tech (AWS/Azure), cybersecurity tools, coding |
Financial & ESG Advisory | Sustainability knowledge, fintech experience |
Strategic Managerial Roles | Project management, strategic thinking, communication |
Healthcare & Health Tech | Clinical expertise, telemedicine, digital tools |
Skilled Trades & Infrastructure | Trade certifications, technical skills |
🎯 Quick tips for success:
Leverage your digital/tech or healthcare skills.
Upskill via online bootcamps or short certifications.
Network strategically into these thriving industries.
Ready to explore these exciting pathways? If you need a bit of direction, feel free to reply to this email, and let’s get started.
📈 How’s Canada’s Job Market Doing Right Now?
Unemployment stands at 7.0%, the highest since 2016 outside pandemic peaks.
Top-performing markets: Victoria (BC), Saskatoon (SK), Calgary (AB), Halifax (NS).
High-demand sectors: Healthcare, finance, tech, trades.
🎯 Editor’s Advice: Explore opportunities outside saturated markets, sharpen your skills, and aim at growing industries.
🎯 Let’s Take Action!
You're now armed with insider knowledge, fresh job leads, and career tips that matter.
Do you have specific questions or need personalized advice on credential recognition, networking, or career paths? We're always here to help.
Just hit reply! Happy to take this on with you!
Cheers,
— Dami from New Local