Canada
Seize the opportunities of this tech talent mecca
From immigration-friendly policies, to world-class technical universities, and record-high VC investments, Canada is a rising mecca for elite technology talent.
Canada’s rich tech scene
Canada touts best-in-class technology universities, lower operating costs, and attractive immigration policies. For good reason, US-based tech firms Uber, Shopify, Apple, and Hootsuite have all set up shop locally in recent years. Today, the country is officially on the map as a technology leader, and as a top attractive country for tech talent.
2019 set a new record for VC investments in Canada at $6.2 billion CAD.
Inside Canada’s key tech talent regions:
Vancouver, BC
A hotbed for Big Tech and VC-backed startups, Vancouver attracts sought after tech talent, and is known for having top tier frontend developers and UX designers with blue-chip pedigrees.
Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
Home to University of Kitchener-Waterloo, one of the world’s best tech schools, this city features many of Canada’s top startups (and the talent they employ).
Toronto, ON
The fourth-largest city in North America, Toronto is a cosmopolitan hub with elite talent, and the University of Toronto’s computer science program (ranked #8 internationally) produces some of the top tech professionals in the world.
Montréal, QC
Montréal has a unique talent pool of highly-experienced senior engineers with a strong knowledge of AI and machine learning, as well as highly-technical backend developers. Relative to other Canadian cities, this market is less competitive, and so more affordable.
> time zone alignment matters
88% percent of engineers say time zone overlap is a leading factor of productivity
Vancouver = PST
Toronto, Kitchener Waterloo + Montréal = EST
Hire in Canada with Terminal Talent Platform.
Our Talent Platform empowers fast-growing companies with the resources needed to scale their engineering teams affordably, fast, and with long term team success in mind.
Terminal expert global recruiters help you:
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Hire at scale
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Identify the right global talent market for your needs
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Access top engineering talent across North and South America
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Narrow in on elite talent
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Close on great candidates 40% faster
Need immigration support?
We’re here to help solve your H1-B challenges. Our Remote Management Platform extends to supporting the entire remote experience as you and your employees navigate the complexities of visa transfers.
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Immigration expertise: We’re there with you providing 1:1 support throughout the entire application and permitting process
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Mobility support: We help everyone get settled sooner by coordinating housing and relocation logistics
- Employment experience: From onboarding to community and engagement – our comprehensive approach optimizes the experience for all
De-risk your growth in Canada with our Remote Management Platform
We take the risk out of hiring globally, and handle the complexities of remote teams management – plus deliver incredible workspace and benefits to support your team’s retention.
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HR + Payroll
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Immigration support
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Comprehensive onboarding
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Offboarding + transition plans
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Coaching + guidance for technical managers
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Semi-annual eNPS feedback surveys
Whether employees are fully remote or need access to workspace, Terminal has many options to meet a variety of working styles.
Learn more about our remote management platform.Meet Terminal’s Canadian campuses
Our impressive campuses across Canada’s major tech hubs--Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Kitchener-Waterloo--each feature flexible workspaces and amenities, such as meeting rooms, private phone booths, weekly community events, fully-stocked kitchens, game rooms, and more.
