Curious to know what you've seen as working to non working dollars split in Canadian agencies. Reference any specific brands (or categories) if you can. I'm used to seeing the conventional 15-20% split for non working (production dollars only, not including media budget, agency fees) but are those days gone now with the takeover of digital (vs traditional) ad placements?

Got an offer as a Senior 2 in EY’s FAAS practice for $117,500 base and $12,500 bonus. Home office is San Francisco. Is this expected for that position? Any insights?

I am interested in getting the AWS Cloud Practitioner cert (foundational). I’m tech-savvy, but have not been involved in Cloud work. Any idea on how difficult the exam is?

Hi All,

What would be Expected CTC for Senior Software Engineer role in CBA?

YOE: 7 Years with Python

CCTC: 10 LPA

Current Role : Technical Lead

Any chance SG rental prices will be coming down soon ? I'm returning to SG after 3 years abroad and debating staying at figment or hmlet for a few months before locking down a 2 year lease.

Anybody knows ITA M3 salary for Houston and Austin?

Anyone struggling with imposter syndrome? When I worked for a very well known Fortune500 tech company I couldn't help but feel major imposter syndrome. One- I am a woman in a male dominated industry, I didn't go to a prestigious school like most of my peers and I just didn't think I deserved to be there. Everyday was a struggle and tried to keep myself small so no one would find out I was a "fraud." Looking back on it now, wiser and more experienced, I realized how detrimental feeling that way

Has anyone found a co-founder(s) for their new venture ideas from this group?

What happens when you don’t receive any decision before October 1st from USCIS? My H1 is selected in the lottery but there has been no response at all after it. I am on valid F1 btw

Can we start a thread of people hiring and for what roles/pay range? And/or add your skills or what you’re looking for in a job and see if we have any matches with skills/positions?
Maybe we can all help each other out! I know the market is crazy right now, this could be a cool way to find talent? Or am I all wet.

What are your opinions on prenatal genetic testing? Would you recommend doing it? I’m very hesitant about taking it

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Is there any not very expensive black tie gown shops near Toronto downtown? New to the city and office party has black tie dress code!

Live in SoCal with a combined household income of 210k. What is a reasonable amount to spend on a house?

I’m a salaried employee, am I legally entitled to get paid for December 28, 29 and 30 if our company tells me I don’t need to work on those days?

Anyone know US car insurance companies that recognize Canadian driving history/experience?

Looking to go back to school for software engineering any tips?

3rd year Financial economics specialist at the University of Toronto. Trying to break into either capital markets of financial consulting. Would appreciate any help to get an internship for the summer of 2023

New to Toronto, moved to the west end of town/ just past - in Etobicoke. I celebrate my 40th a few days after NYE/NYD - would love some recommendations on moderately priced but nice ambiance restaurants for myself + husband, and my extended family. Everyone is scattered throughout (Hamilton, Barrie, Lyle, Newmarket, North York). Don’t want anything too fancy but don’t really know where or what is good and not downtown.


Any recommendations? (Open to GTA of course).

Anybody know if there’s a Toronto Lawyers bowl?

Where did you all move to Toronto from?

What's a nice restaurant to take relatives to when they're in the city visiting? Would like something nice but not over-the-top fancy.

What is life like at a large Bay Street law firm?

I am a solution engineering (presales) manager, and looking to hire a Tableau Analytics SE for our Canada Public Sector team. Seeking candidates with relevant experience in technical customer-facing roles and/or analytics. Ideally residing in Toronto or Montreal metro areas, public sector experience. Bilingual (French and English) is a huge plus. Please let me know if you are interested to learn more! I don’t have the job posting yet but will share once I do.

Is there any not very expensive black tie gown shops near Toronto downtown? New to the city and office party has black tie dress code!

Hi! I have worked in management roles in tech, mainly in analytics, for approximately 10 years. My TC has fluctuated (currently around 135K CAD), but it seems like it's relatively easy to breach the 100K bar, but hard to breach the 150K bar. I now work at the CBC, but I have worked in the private sector too. What is the most realistic way to move to 200K? 1) Continue moving the ladder to a VP position, 2) Switch to Pre-Sale, 3) Switch to Consulting, 4) Work from a U.S. company from Canada.

Hi Folks. Recently moved to Toronto. Would you have recommendations for dentists in the downtown area ? or a way to find recommendations/reviews for dentists around me? Looking to do a routine checkup/cleaning..

Toronto banks: remote or not? They sometimes post jobs where it doesn’t say it’s remote, but no branch/ location/address either. Then you get an interview and they tell you it’s remote/hybrid(1-2-3days, take your pick)/on-site. So, if you work at TD, Scotia, RBC, could you let everybody know in the comments what’s the deal for each? Are you remote, on-site, hybrid of some sort?

Which Canadian Banks or IT companies pay high(100k plus) for a mid level software developer with 4 years of experience in spring boot and angular?

I work for a tech company that pays 100k tc plus 50,000 stock options. I have great work life balance, work 4 days per week on a 32 hour schedule plus it’s remote. Lately, I’ve been feeling like the compensation is on the lower end and just wanted to see if it’s in line with industry standards

Hi People,

I wanted to ask a query on how consultants work. A friend of mine is working for a company in Toronto. The work is super hectic. She works for about 12 hours per day. Also, they say she’s not allowed to take days off for a year. Is this even legal?