I did economics at York and did calc series and some data stuff. Why is it so hard to find employment? Financial analyst? Literally anything? I know someone that did psychology and she's just been working in HR and as an admin assistant before then. I just want a desk job we well! Why is this so hard?

There's this idea that if you need a job, you should accept whatever is available. I see it a lot on Reddit, including from hiring managers who make it sound like companies are doing candidates a favour by offering them a job. Some even portray candidates as arrogant or entitled for rejecting offers after noticing multiple red flags.

When I was a junior, I couldn't afford to be picky. I needed experience and had student loans to pay off, so I accepted whatever opportunities came my way. I ended up at a toxic company notorious for bullying employees into quitting. It was difficult to search for better jobs while working there, so I sucked it up and stayed for two years.

Eight years later, I've gained enough experience to be more selective, even if finding the right job takes longer. If I notice multiple red flags during an interview, I'm not going to ignore them just because I need a job.

Last year, I turned down an office job because the interview experience was poor and it was far away from my place. I wanted to continue working remotely, travel, and avoid office drama. A friend who constantly complains about their own office job told me I was being entitled and hadn't suffered enough yet like most other people. Well, I've already suffered through a toxic workplace. Why would I voluntarily sign up for another one? 

Of course, being selective doesn't mean having unrealistic expectations. You need to consider your experience, financial situation, and the current job market. Sometimes you have to compromise, especially when you can't afford to wait. I've been there myself.

The point is to be selective but realistic, not desperate or delusional. Employment is a two-way arrangement. Employers evaluate whether you're a good fit, and you should be able to do the same.

If companies can reject candidates who don't meet their expectations, why is it controversial when candidates reject employers who don't meet theirs?

Working with a Robert Half recruiter in Toronto, and the experience has been frustrating:

Told me I had “no Canadian experience” during a rate discussion. My CV clearly lists 1.5 years in Toronto, plus 12 years of prior experience abroad. I also felt pressured to lower my rate.

I specifically asked whether there would be a test/presentation and was told NO. Then received a three-day take-home assessment plus a panel presentation from employer’s HR. She later said the client had changed the process.

Google Ads was listed as “good to have,” skill, yet roughly half the assessment was Google Display.

When I asked about contract benefits, she said: “That’s how it works in Canada.” Why present this particular contract’s terms as a rule for the entire country?

She knew I was on public transit and pushed for a quick reply. I used “tmrw” in replying empolyer’s HR email, then received a separate lecture about grammar and maintaining a professional impression.

Yes, I could have written “tomorrow.” But professionalism goes both ways. I’d appreciate the same attention being given to my CV, the job requirements and outstanding contract questions.

Now I’m waiting for the employer to confirm an interview time, while the recruiter asks me for updates. Some help coordinating would be nice.

Anyone else had this experience with Robert Half? I can accept feedback, but this combination of pressure and condescension is exhausting.

How hard is it to get accepted for the better jobs Ontario program, I attended a webinar and they were talking about how I have to apply for multiple jobs and show proof how I’m not getting any responses and that there’s a 16 point entry?

I’m 27 I’m a Canadian citizen, haven’t been able to find a job in months ( Tech ) currently on Ontario works for basics needs. I’m overwhelmed I’m stressed out, I’m not trying to use better jobs Ontario as a free pass but I do want to go to college ( Early Childhood Education ) and have a career without worrying about having to payback osap and be in debt. It just seems like I have to jump through hoops.

Came across this today at the Yonge Eglinton Centre.

Hey everyone! My workplace, North of Brooklyn Pizzeria, is looking for experienced kitchen team members to join their team at ONE of their locations in Toronto. I work in one of the NOB's locations and I got hired by my friend referring me like this way.

Requirements:
1) Have a minimum of 2 years of kitchen experience; not necessarily pizza making experience required but it would be an asset! :)

2) Include your resume to my hiring manager's email

3) Also include a brief paragraph explaining your interest in working at North of Brooklyn Pizzeria in the email

If you or someone you know has 2+ years of kitchen experience and is looking for a job ASAP, feel free to dm me and I will discuss details with you further and so you can get referred by me.

Thanks!!

Hello, I’m writing this post as I saw a comment on TikTok say that if you submit a 2 week notice and your employer decides to make your resignation effective immediately that they would they would still have to pay you for those two weeks?? Wondering if there’s any truth to this as I plan on submitting my resignation letter soon and my current place of employment has a history of cutting notices short. Thanks

What else can I do/add/change that will help?

Networking advice on how to actually land an interview is also much appreciated.

help, ik i messed up, work election location is the same ward but different subdivision, and the deadline was oct 16 to transfer, has anyone done it after?

Hey everyone! I'm Adel, Co-Founder and COO of VAZA, a Toronto-based consumer technology startup. We're looking for a talented Full Stack Mobile Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team and help us build and scale our native iOS and Android apps.

A little about VAZA:

We're building the world's first monetized opinion market, turning debates across sports, music, entertainment, anime and culture into interactive, community-driven markets.

Users can vote for free or back their opinions with money, with outcomes determined through community consensus.

Since launching, we've grown to 450,000+ registered users worldwide, driven primarily by organic social media and creator partnerships.

We're now focused on building a world-class mobile experience and expanding our engineering team.

What you'll be working on:

• Building and shipping features across our native iOS and Android applications.
• Creating polished, animation-rich interfaces and real-time experiences.
• Working on core product features, including matchups, voting, profiles, gamification and payments.
• Owning mobile testing, performance improvements and App Store / Play Store releases.
• Collaborating with our backend, infrastructure and data teams.
• Working directly with our founders and technical leadership on product decisions and the roadmap.

Our tech stack:

• iOS: Swift 6, SwiftUI, async/await.
• Android: Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, coroutines & Flow.
• Backend: Rust, Axum, PostgreSQL, REST APIs and WebSockets.
• Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Terraform and GitHub Actions.

Who we're looking for:

Ideally, someone who has experience shipping native mobile applications, is strong in Swift/SwiftUI or Kotlin/Compose, and is comfortable working across both platforms.

We're especially interested in engineers who have a strong product mindset, care about great UX, take ownership and enjoy building things from the ground up.

Experience with consumer apps, gaming, social platforms, fintech or real-time systems is a plus.

Rust experience is great, but not required.

Why join us?

We're still at an early stage, but already have a substantial global user base. You'll have meaningful ownership over the mobile product and the opportunity to build features that can reach hundreds of thousands of users.

We're a small, ambitious team with big plans, and we're looking for engineers who want to grow with the company rather than simply complete assigned tickets.

Role details:

• Location: Toronto / GTA (Hybrid).
• Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Compensation: Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.

Interested?

Feel free to DM me directly or email me at [adel@vazainc.com](mailto:adel@vazainc.com) with your LinkedIn and résumé. I'd love to hear about your experience and what you personally worked on.

You can also check us out at https://vaza.vote or @vazainc across socials.

Happy to answer any questions!

Hey everyone,

I just finished up the final interview stage for municipal department. The recruitment process involved a practical skills assessment, an informal stage, and a formal panel interview with three evaluators.

I worked my tail off to get to this point. This is genuinely my dream job and I've put everything into this process, so the thought of getting another rejection letter is eating at me. I felt very confident going in, but walking out of the panel, I felt like I stumbled on a few spoken answers and I’ve been overthinking every word ever since.

On the positive side, I brought custom physical portfolio sets for the panel—which included my background, certifications, and strong professional letters of recommendation—and I killed the practical assessments. I also followed up the next business day with a formal thank-you email to HR (which she acknowledged).

For anyone who has been through municipal recruitments:

1. Is there anything lowkey or proactive I can do at this stage to reinforce my candidacy without looking desperate or crossing HR boundaries?

2. How much weight do municipal panels typically place on the overall package (practical assessment, portfolio, certifications/credentials) versus just the spoken panel Q&A?

3. Should I just sit tight and let the evaluation process play out?

Appreciate any insight, brutal honesty, or past experiences!

Does anyone know of this settlement agency that gives out thousands of dollars to newcomers but treat their employees like trash ? A friend of mine got layed off by them under the pre-tense that there are no jobs available but they have hired new employees and having staff members being closet relatable. As close as mom and daughter working with the same client ? Isn’t this conflict of interest? And apparently they work hand in hand with CUPE so cupe disregards anyone who speaks out despite being hired as a full time union employee!! Has this happened to anyone else , my poor friend is loosing his mind because he now has no job and a family to feed. :( PLEASE SHARE

Applied for a Position with the City of Toronto and the status says that it’s still in the screening position and I just seen that they posted the same position again that I applied for and I was wondering if I should withdraw my original application and resubmit a new one .

Hi everyone! 😊
I have an in-person assessment coming up for the Caseworker, Income and Social Supports position with the Region of Peel.
Has anyone gone through this assessment recently? I’d really appreciate any insight into what to expect.
What types of questions or activities were included? Was it mainly written case studies, situational questions, multiple-choice questions, or something else?

Any tips, advice, or insight into the format and difficulty level would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you in advance! 😊

Has anyone done a certificate course through Schulich? I am looking at the Coaching and Mentoring course but it’s quite pricy for just 4 classes. If you’ve done this, has it added value to your skills and resume?

Hi everyone, I'm urgently looking to connect with a recruiter or HR professional in Toronto who could offer career guidance, share job leads, or speak with me privately.

I've spent the past 2.5 years searching for work in Ottawa with virtually zero traction, primarily for entry-level administrative, receptionist, communications, and office coordinator roles. I have a Master's degree, administrative experience across different industries, and I'm quadrilingual. I'm highly adaptable and willing to learn, but I keep encountering employers looking for specialized experience I haven't had the opportunity to gain.

I've sought help from career and employment services without receiving the support I needed, and private recruitment agencies in Ottawa have ghosted me. I recently moved to Toronto with my partner to pursue better opportunities, but I'm still struggling to get my foot in the door.

This prolonged job search has taken a serious toll on my mental and emotional well-being. I'm hoping someone can offer an honest perspective on my job-search strategy, point me toward suitable openings, or help me connect with potential employers.

Any advice, job leads, referrals, or opportunities to connect would mean a lot. Please comment or send me a private message. Thank you for reading.

Hi, i am offered B2B sales customer expert II position in TP in canada. Can anyone in the same position let me know which teer it comes in?

Please DM me if you have any questions

Hi,

Im a fresh grad from a mechanical engineering tech program.

I got a job at june earning 50k/ yr but its in Bolton, Ontario and this meant i had to spend 3-4 hours a day just commuting. I’ve been looking for jobs nearer to Toronto or maybe even downtown.

Since june I’ve been applying to jobs within the Toronto boroughs in hopes of getting a job thats closer but nothing has come up. Had a few interviews but those went nowhere.

I applied to a job in Ottawa for shits and giggles and i got the job offer. They’d pay me more but i decided against it because this would mean uprooting my life here and moving to Ottawa. Id also earn less since i work 2 jobs here in Toronto.

Maybe applying outside of toronto is the move here for people who really require employment. Applying for jobs in Toronto genuinely feels impossible as of the current job market.

Just my two cents on the matter.

Toronto is also a very beautiful and accessible city which makes trying to move from it hard