Technology jobs in high demand: Robert Half survey
But many leaders say it’s a challenge to find skilled professionals and most will make project-based hires
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Face-to-face meetings are mission critical
Not that important? Send an email. Important but not mission critical? Pick up the phone. Critically important to the success of your organization? Go see someone
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Why brand awareness is a key part of complex marketing
Lisa Shepherd of The Mezzanine Group talks about the shifting awareness of the need for broader marketing tactics
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How to protect your company against fraud
Former RCMP investigator Greg Draper, now with MNP LLP, talks about who is most likely to commit fraud and what they target
In tune with fashion, customers and community needs
Dimitry Toukhcher of LGFG Fashion House talks about the art of providing bespoke clothing, the essence of leadership and why local causes are important
Al Duerr details the transition from mayor to tech CEO
General Magnetic founder talks about the need to constantly push technology forward and why international markets are key
Helping people find ways to be active
Hafiz Mitha of PlayCity is on a mission to connect people and increase society’s non-screen time – with the help of a new app
The black hole of increased funding for scientific research
Increasing investment in science is fine, but rarely does the investment seem to lead to an improvement in the lives of Canadians
A green city project in Russia comes alive
The project is supported by thorough research into what works best to create a green city, a large injection of funds and the participation of lots of volunteers
A finger on the pulse of Alberta’s legume crops
Dr. Rhonda Bell’s study provides good news for people who hope to avoid developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease
One big asteroid could ruin the mining industry
The space race is on and the payoff is an untold cache of precious metals, large enough to completely dwarf the world’s biggest mining companies
New technology will make carbon tax obsolete
The free-market system, human ingenuity and investors and entrepreneurs seeking profits brought these ideas forth
Bullfrog Power installing solar systems on Calgary schools
The projects will help green Alberta’s electricity grid by displacing approximately 850 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually
What’s next for climate and energy policy?
The mid-term U.S. elections bring mixed messages that require climate change and renewable energy reality checks
Carbon taxes defy science, cripple economies
Fossil fuels are what made our health and economic progress over the past 150 years possible – and continue to do so
‘Cheap’ hotels a great way to save
Keep in mind that bargains come in all kinds of packages, and you should be able to find a nice cheap hotel that you can live with
Onwards to St. Michael’s Mount, across fields and marsh
We had a destination draped in history and instructions on how to get there offered with a smile and pride of place
Three cool things to do in Tofino, Niagara and central Alberta
If you are heading to Tofino soon, be sure to eat at 1909 Kitchen; Alberta’s Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park; wining and dining at Two Sisters Vineyard in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Volunteering is good for your career
Employers like to hire candidates who have volunteering experience
7 tips to effective body language on stage
Leaders can sabotage a great presentation if they underestimate the power of body language
Changing jobs? Check out corporate culture first
Put vision, culture and pay/benefits together, and you have the essential ingredients of a perfect match
Power plant sets Mazda CX-5 apart from competition
No one wants surprises in this market. The practical, well-thought-out model will win the race every time. This fits the bill
Mazda CX-3 is a sport cute built for urban driving
It’s a little twitchy at highway speed but around town it’s nimble, easy to manoeuvre and simple to park
The 2019 Lincoln Continental offers upscale driving at its best
This spectacular-looking automobile drives like a sports coupe and even plows through snow with ease
Only constant vigilance will stem a rising tide of scammers
If it sounds too good or too awful to be true, hang up or delete. In the very remote case that it’s legitimate, someone will get back to you
Canadian fraud risks increasing in a complex digital landscape
If you think there’s something wrong, there probably is, says Interac
Saving for retirement remains a challenge for many Albertans
ATB says lingering economic uncertainty likely exacerbates the financial pinch felt by Albertans to reach their retirement goals