<script data-pm-proxy="intercept"></script><?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[We empower Black leaders of today and tomorrow.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!yBBK!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fblacktalentinitiative.substack.com%2Fimg%2Fsubstack.png</url><title>Black Talent Initiative</title><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:54:26 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="/__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[blacktalentinitiative@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[blacktalentinitiative@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[blacktalentinitiative@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[blacktalentinitiative@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[Now’s Your Chance to Save $150 on NAVIGATE 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Secure your early-bird pass for $149.99 and join us October 1 for a full day focused on designing ERGs for what&#8217;s next.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/nows-your-chance-to-save-150-on-navigate</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/nows-your-chance-to-save-150-on-navigate</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:01:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!z2I5!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbc03bf22-ba01-4724-85c1-97b3c23ba139_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The workplace is changing quickly. Technology is reshaping how work gets done, organizations are transforming, employee expectations are evolving, and leaders are looking for clearer evidence of impact.</p><p><strong>So, what does that mean for ERGs and the people leading them?</strong></p><p>That&#8217;s the conversation we&#8217;re bringing to <strong>NAVIGATE 2026: Future Ready &#8211; Designing ERGs for What&#8217;s Next.</strong></p><p>On <strong>Thursday, October 1</strong>, Black Talent Initiative will bring together professionals, ERG leaders, executive sponsors, HR and DEI practitioners, and allies for a full day of practical conversations, interactive sessions, and meaningful connections focused on the future of employee communities.</p><h3>Join us at NAVIGATE 2026</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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ET</strong></p><p>&#128205; <strong>Financial District, Toronto, ON</strong></p><p>&#127903;&#65039; <strong>Tickets are now on sale </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/navigate/apply&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Apply to Attend&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/navigate/apply"><span>Apply to Attend</span></a></p><p>NAVIGATE is designed to move from conversation to action, creating space to learn from one another, challenge how we think about the role of ERGs, and leave better equipped for what comes next.</p><p><strong>Early-bird pricing ends August 31 and passes are limited.</strong></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Happening in Our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celebrating the 2026 Black Senior Leaders Scholarship Recipients]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-e19</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-e19</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:29:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!h8m5!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F588b8094-c03d-4c34-bb82-ff612fd65fc9_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Celebrating the 2026 Black Senior Leaders Scholarship Recipients</strong></h2><p>We&#8217;re proud to celebrate <strong>Maya Kane</strong> and <strong>Harriet Ekperigin, MBA, RN, PMP, C. Dir</strong>, recipients of the <strong>2026 Black Senior Leaders Scholarship</strong>, presented in partnership with <strong>PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance</strong>.</p><p>This September, Maya, Executive Director, Marketing &amp; Communications at CBC, and Harriet, Vice President, Transformation and People Success at GreenShield, will each join a PEO Leadership Senior Leadership Group, connecting them with a trusted peer network of senior executives and opportunities to strengthen their leadership, exchange perspectives, and continue growing their impact.</p><p>Now in our fourth year of partnership with PEO Leadership, we&#8217;re proud to continue creating opportunities that invest in the growth and success of exceptional Black senior leaders.</p><p>Please join us in congratulating Maya and Harriet on this exciting next chapter!</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Understanding which funding path is right for your business can make all the difference.</p><p>Join <strong>Jillisa Brown</strong>, Founder of <strong>Funding Impact</strong>, for a practical conversation about navigating the funding landscape and positioning your business for growth.</p><p>Drawing on her experience helping underserved entrepreneurs secure more than <strong>$1 million in funding</strong>, Jillisa will explore what funders are looking for, how to become funding-ready, common mistakes to avoid, and how to identify opportunities that align with your business stage and goals.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re launching a new venture or preparing to scale, you&#8217;ll leave with greater clarity and practical next steps for pursuing funding with purpose and strategy.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Date:</strong> Friday, August 28, 2026<br>&#128359; <strong>Time:</strong> 12:30&#8211;1:30 PM ET<br>&#128187; <strong>Location:</strong> Virtual on Zoom</p><p class="button-wrapper" 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existing business opportunity.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Application Deadline:</strong> August 26, 2026<br>&#128187; <strong>Format:</strong> Free, 15-week remote program</p><p>If you have an idea you want to develop, or want to explore how creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship can come together, this could be a great opportunity to take it further.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.risingtech.ca/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Learn More and Apply Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.risingtech.ca/"><span>Learn More and Apply Here</span></a></p><h3><br>&#128218; Celebrate Black Canadian Stories at the Canadian Black Literary Festival</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-dca</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:21:07 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p><span>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. </span><strong><span>Learn more about their current openings </span><a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a><span>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</span></strong></p><h3>Director, Risk and Compliance Advisory</h3><p>Great-West Lifeco is seeking a <strong>Director, Risk and Compliance Advisory</strong> to provide practical, business-focused risk guidance and oversight for corporate function initiatives. Working with initiative leads, operations teams, Risk and Compliance subject matter experts, and cross-functional partners, this role supports risk advisory, second-line oversight, project artifact reviews, risk assessments, governance guidance, issue management, escalation support, and continuous improvement of risk tools and processes. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced risk, compliance, operational risk, project governance, or business advisory professional with strong stakeholder management skills and experience translating complex risk requirements into clear, actionable guidance in financial services or regulated environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Risk-and-Compliance-Advisory-Great-West-ON/1424926233/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Risk-and-Compliance-Advisory-Great-West-ON/1424926233/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Manager, Communications, Thought Leadership &amp; Strategic Communications</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Manager, Communications, Thought Leadership &amp; Strategic Communications</strong> to drive thought leadership initiatives that strengthen the organization&#8217;s reputation and support business priorities. Working with the AVP, Corporate Communications and cross-functional partners across Communications, Brand, Digital, and Marketing, this role leads executive positioning, messaging frameworks, integrated communications strategies, thought leadership campaigns, executive articles, opinion pieces, reports, blogs, social content, speeches, presentations, and multi-channel distribution. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced strategic communications professional with strong executive writing, speechwriting, thought leadership, messaging, and communications planning experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Communications%2C-Thought-Leadership-&amp;-Strategic-Communications-ON/1427949033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Communications%2C-Thought-Leadership-&amp;-Strategic-Communications-ON/1427949033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Executive Assistant</h3><p>Great-West Lifeco is seeking an <strong>Executive Assistant</strong> to support senior leaders within the Great West Finance function and help ensure smooth operations across priorities, deadlines, and key deliverables. Working with senior leaders and internal stakeholders, this role includes calendar management, meeting coordination, travel and expense support, workshop logistics, presentation preparation, dashboard and tracking support, workflow coordination, Microsoft 365 tools, and AI-enabled productivity support. This opportunity is ideal for a highly organized and proactive executive assistant with experience supporting senior leaders, strong attention to detail, discretion, communication skills, and the ability to bring structure to fast-paced, high-volume work.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-Great-West-ON/1424926633/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-Great-West-ON/1424926633/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>DevOps Student</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>DevOps Student</strong> to support development and operations teams with automation, reliability, deployment, monitoring, and production support. Working as part of a cross-functional team, this co-op/internship role includes supporting CI/CD pipelines, assisting with infrastructure automation, monitoring application and system health, troubleshooting development and deployment issues, contributing to documentation and runbooks, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives focused on stability, security, and efficiency. This opportunity is ideal for a student pursuing computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related field who is interested in DevOps, cloud platforms, automation, infrastructure, and how software systems run in production.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-DevOps-Student-%28Student-Posiition%29-ON/1427038233/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-DevOps-Student-%28Student-Posiition%29-ON/1427038233/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide.</p><p><span>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. </span><strong><span>Explore their current career opportunities </span><a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a><span> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Paid Social, Specialist</h3><p>MiQ is seeking a <strong>Paid Social Media Specialist</strong> to support the set-up, management, monitoring, optimization, and reporting of paid social campaigns. Working with internal teams and clients, this role includes executing campaigns across platforms, monitoring daily performance, analyzing campaign data, preparing client reports, identifying insights and recommendations, contributing to testing roadmaps, and maintaining organized campaign documentation. This opportunity is ideal for someone with paid social campaign experience, strong analytical and Excel skills, agency experience, client-facing confidence, and a proactive interest in the evolving digital advertising landscape.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Paid-Social--Specialist_JR100439&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Paid-Social--Specialist_JR100439"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Account Executive</h3><p>MiQ is seeking an <strong>Account Executive</strong> to support campaign coordination, client service, reporting, troubleshooting, and finance administration across the Account Management team. Working with Account Managers and cross-functional partners across Sales, Trading, Analysis, Product, and Marketing, this role supports pre-campaign setup, CRM and reporting quality checks, creative and pixel collection, campaign activation, insight planning, client reporting, invoice queries, PO tracking, and mentoring Account Coordinators. This opportunity is ideal for someone with client-facing or customer service experience, strong attention to detail, organization, communication skills, and an interest in digital media, advertising, and account management.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Interac</strong></h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p><span>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Leader, Business Development</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Leader, Business Development</strong> to lead new business growth across enterprise commercial and government accounts. Reporting to the Head, Business Development, this role includes building a repeatable sales motion, driving pipeline generation, owning ARR and LTV targets, developing strategic account plans, leading cross-sell and upsell opportunities, supporting go-to-market launches, managing executive-level client relationships, and coaching a high-performing business development team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced B2B or SaaS sales leader with strong enterprise or government sales experience, solution-selling skills, and the ability to lead teams in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Business-Development_REQ-2298&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Business-Development_REQ-2298"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Internal Audit, Lead</h3><p>Interac is seeking an <strong>Internal Audit, Lead</strong> to lead complex, risk-based audit engagements that support governance, risk management, operational resilience, and the internal control environment. Reporting to the Leader, Internal Audit, this role includes leading audit planning, scoping, fieldwork, reporting, issue follow-up, remediation validation, audit dashboards and briefing materials, stakeholder management, GRC Audit Module support, and continuous improvement of audit processes, tools, templates, and methodology. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced audit leader with CPA, CISA, or CIA designation, strong knowledge of IT, cybersecurity, operations, risk management, audit standards, cloud technologies, and experience leading audits in complex or technology-driven environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Internal-Audit--Lead_REQ-2243-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Internal-Audit--Lead_REQ-2243-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Product Marketing, Senior Specialist</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Product Marketing, Senior Specialist</strong> to support storytelling, go-to-market planning, market intelligence, and execution of product marketing activities that drive growth. Working with the Product Marketing Leader, Product Leads, Marketing Leads, agency partners, and cross-functional teams across Marketing, Communications, Product, and Technology, this role includes developing product narratives, messaging and positioning, supporting go-to-market plans, executing campaigns across paid, earned, and owned channels, coordinating customer insights and market research, reporting on campaign performance, creating sales enablement materials, and tracking budgets and invoices. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced product marketing professional with strong go-to-market, customer insights, campaign execution, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration experience in payments, financial services, or retail.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Marketing--Senior-Specialist_REQ-2311-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Marketing--Senior-Specialist_REQ-2311-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Jamieson Wellness</strong></h2><p>Jamieson Wellness is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, guided by its purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day. Established in 1922, the company is Canada&#8217;s #1 consumer health brand and includes Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is currently hiring for operations and compliance roles that support quality, manufacturing, and health product outcomes. These opportunities are well-suited for candidates with experience in pharmaceutical, health products, manufacturing, quality, or regulated environments. <strong>Discover their latest career opportunities <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jamieson-wellness/jobs/">here</a>, including the featured roles below.</strong></p><h3><strong>Quality Assurance Coordinator</strong></h3><p>Jamieson Wellness is seeking a <strong>QA Coordinator</strong> to support Quality Systems and help ensure products are manufactured and released in compliance with cGMP, GLP, Health Canada, WHO, and company quality standards. Reporting within the Quality team, this role includes product release support, batch record review, quality investigations, deviations, complaints, OOS results, CAPAs, change controls, supplier qualification, documentation review, internal audits, environmental monitoring, quality trending, GMP training, and cross-functional support across production, laboratory, facility, maintenance, sanitation, and R&amp;D teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone with quality assurance or quality control experience in pharmaceutical, natural health product, nutritional, or food manufacturing environments, with strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, regulatory requirements, quality systems, and documentation practices.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> September 2, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4456357294&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=Y%2F4ulBMZw9cy3N4de%2BUlsw%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=gzqBdTprICjk5mbhg0B0Lw%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4456341469%2C4456357294%2C4447549479%2C4447016583%2C4446832918%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4456357294&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=Y%2F4ulBMZw9cy3N4de%2BUlsw%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=gzqBdTprICjk5mbhg0B0Lw%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4456341469%2C4456357294%2C4447549479%2C4447016583%2C4446832918%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2><strong>CBC</strong></h2><p>CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster, creating content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms.</p><p><span>CBC is currently hiring across a variety of areas including media, communications, technology, finance, human resources, and content production. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Human Resources Business Partner</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Human Resources Business Partner</strong> will provide strategic HR and Industrial Relations support to CBC News leadership across Atlantic Canada. Reporting within the People &amp; Culture team, this role includes advising leaders on complex HR/IR issues, performance management, organizational development, change management, workforce planning, union-management relations, and people strategy across Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive HR experience, strong knowledge of unionized environments, strategic judgment, relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate complex people and operational challenges.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 29, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Human-Resources-Business-Partner_JR00008685&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Human-Resources-Business-Partner_JR00008685"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Software Developer, Digital Development</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Software Developer, Digital Development</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s Real-time Content Analytics platform through full-stack development, platform modernization, and technical collaboration. This one-year contract role includes building scalable frontend and backend applications, developing APIs and services using Python, Flask, and GraphQL, creating modern web experiences with JavaScript, React, and D3, optimizing integrations with Google BigQuery and GCP services, improving observability, expanding automated testing, supporting CI/CD practices, and mentoring developers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. This opportunity is ideal for someone with senior software development experience, strong Python, JavaScript, React, GraphQL, cloud, testing, and performance optimization skills, and experience working in Agile, cross-functional engineering teams.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 31, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Software-Developer--Digital-Development--Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008441&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Software-Developer--Digital-Development--Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008441"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Director, Strategy &amp; Business, Entertainment</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Director, Strategy &amp; Business, Entertainment</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s Entertainment department by helping develop, operationalize, and execute annual and multi-year strategic objectives. Reporting as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the General Manager, this role includes strategic planning, business planning, cross-functional project execution, operational roadmap development, KPI tracking, budget coordination, executive briefing materials, process optimization, issues management, internal communications alignment, departmental representation, culture and engagement coordination, and talent process management. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in media, business strategy, communications, project leadership, operational planning, stakeholder influence, and leading complex cross-functional priorities in a changing entertainment or digital media landscape.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 26, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Director--Strategy---Business--Entertainment--Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008667&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Director--Strategy---Business--Entertainment--Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008667"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Manager, Sales (Media Solutions)</h3><p>The <strong>Manager, Sales (Media Solutions)</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s Media Solutions team by developing short- and long-term sales strategies that strengthen strategic account management, industry partnerships, and advertising and sponsorship revenue growth. This role includes leading day-to-day sales team operations, coaching and training staff, managing client and business partner relationships, identifying and maximizing revenue opportunities, developing marketplace strategies, presenting proposals to senior clients, preparing revenue forecasts and market reports, managing budgets, and supporting territory and business planning. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive experience in digital advertising or media sales, strong negotiation, sales strategy, business planning, forecasting, presentation, and people leadership skills.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 21, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Manager--Sales--Media-Solutions---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008549&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Manager--Sales--Media-Solutions---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008549"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p><span>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.</span><strong><span> Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a><span>and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Compliance Officer</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Compliance Officer</strong> will support Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s Ontario locations by providing compliance audit, internal process review, documentation support, and risk-based compliance guidance. Reporting to the Director, Compliance, this role includes conducting compliance reviews across casino operations, supporting compliance assessments and audits, reviewing internal controls and regulatory requirements, mentoring Gaming Compliance Officers, liaising with provincial and federal regulatory agencies, assisting with investigations and reporting, supporting gaming business relationship requirements, and contributing to departmental plans and activities. This opportunity is ideal for someone with gaming compliance experience, strong knowledge of AML and privacy legislation, risk management certification, investigative and problem-solving skills, and the ability to support compliance in a regulated gaming environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/9076/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/9076/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Compliance Officer</h3><p>The <strong>Compliance Officer</strong> will support Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s OGELP locations by providing compliance audit, internal process review, documentation, reporting, and risk assessment support. Reporting to the Director, Compliance, this role includes conducting compliance audits across casino operations, reviewing internal processes and regulatory controls, performing regular risk assessments, delivering compliance training, supporting departmental plans, building relationships with operational teams, corporate colleagues, and external regulators, and promoting a strong compliance culture. This opportunity is ideal for someone with direct compliance experience, knowledge of AML, privacy legislation, and Ontario regulatory frameworks, strong investigative and problem-solving skills, and the ability to support compliance in a regulated gaming environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/9083/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/9083/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming (OLG)</h2><p>OLG is committed to delivering gaming entertainment that maximizes economic benefits for the people of Ontario in an efficient and socially responsible manner.</p><p><span>OLG continues to grow its teams across strategy, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Visit their careers page </span><a href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers">here</a><span> to explore additional opportunities and learn more about the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Software Engineering Level 3</h3><p>The <strong>Software Engineering Level 3</strong> will support OLG&#8217;s Sports Based Games technology team by designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining scalable software applications, services, integrations, and enterprise data solutions. Reporting to the Technology Product Owner, Sports Based Games, this role includes software architecture and solution design, ETL development, data integration workflows, requirements analysis, release and deployment management, DevOps and CI/CD practices, production support, incident resolution, performance optimization, application lifecycle management, and collaboration with development, QA, infrastructure, and business teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive software development experience, senior developer or technical lead experience, strong knowledge of cloud and on-premises systems, APIs, databases, DevOps, Agile, test automation, and the ability to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable enterprise solutions.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 25, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Application-Development-Manager_R26_00477&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Application-Development-Manager_R26_00477"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Technical Accounting Manager</h3><p>The <strong>Technical Accounting Manager</strong> will support OLG&#8217;s external reporting team by providing technical accounting guidance and helping ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal controls. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting, this 20-month contract role includes preparing external reporting deliverables, supporting monthly consolidation and close processes, preparing financial statements, supporting annual audit activities, developing accounting discussion papers, assessing new contracts and partnerships, providing IFRS guidance, preparing briefing notes and presentations, responding to ad hoc financial requests, and supporting continuous improvement across external reporting processes and controls. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a CPA designation, progressive accounting experience, strong knowledge of financial reporting and audit activities, IFRS knowledge, analytical and research skills, and the ability to communicate technical accounting concepts clearly to stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> September 2, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Technical-Accounting-Manager_R26_00554-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Technical-Accounting-Manager_R26_00554-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Purolator</strong></h2><p>Purolator is Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses, customers, and communities stay connected through reliable delivery and logistics solutions.</p><p><span>Purolator is continuing to grow across corporate and operational functions and is currently hiring for opportunities within finance, logistics, operations, and business support. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>North American Operations Customer Engagement Lead</h3><p>The <strong>North American Operations Customer Engagement Lead</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s North American Solutions Design team by representing Operations in customer engagement, service escalations, and strategic client initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Manager, North American Strategic Customer Support, this role includes supporting Account Executives, analyzing customer requirements, developing onboarding and deployment plans, managing client programs and projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, identifying cost and network impacts, presenting customer solutions, supporting national sales and customer needs, and reporting on productivity, revenue, and service. This opportunity is ideal for someone with transportation or logistics operations experience, project management skills, customer solutions expertise, strong communication skills, and knowledge of courier, freight, logistics, and North American geography.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-North-American-Operations-Customer-Engagement-Lead-ON-L4K-5N1/1409330500/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-North-American-Operations-Customer-Engagement-Lead-ON-L4K-5N1/1409330500/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Digital Product Manager</h3><p>The <strong>Digital Product Manager</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s core digital experiences by shaping the strategy, roadmap, and continuous improvement of customer-facing and enterprise platforms. Reporting to the Manager, Technology Digital Products, this role includes managing digital products across the public website, self-serve tracking, notifications, and internal web platforms, defining product requirements, leading cross-functional initiatives, building business cases, analyzing market and product data, setting KPIs, monitoring performance, conducting competitive analysis, supporting post-launch assessments, and using insights to improve customer experience and business value. This opportunity is ideal for someone with product management experience, digital product lifecycle knowledge, web analytics and UX familiarity, Agile and Lean product development experience, strong stakeholder influence, and the ability to translate customer and business needs into scalable digital solutions.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Digital-Product-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1417217100/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Digital-Product-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1417217100/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Application Security Analyst</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Application Security Analyst</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s Information Security Office by embedding application and API security into the software development lifecycle. Reporting to the Technology Manager, Information Security Office, this role includes application and API security assessments, design reviews, threat modeling, architecture reviews, secure SDLC and DevSecOps support, security tooling integration, vulnerability triage, remediation planning, third-party security reviews, and development of application security standards, frameworks, and guidance documentation. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive experience in application security, secure software development, or product security, with strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, SAST, SCA, DAST, APIs, cloud environments, and secure coding practices.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Application-Security-Analyst-ON-L5N-0E1/1373824800/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Application-Security-Analyst-ON-L5N-0E1/1373824800/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h1>BTI Community Partners Job Opportunities</h1><h2><strong><span>Whiteboard Collective</span></strong><span>&#8239;</span></h2><h3><strong>Customer Support Specialist</strong></h3><p><span>Whiteboard Collective is hiring a&#8239;</span><strong><span>Customer Support Specialist</span></strong><span>&#8239;on behalf of one of its partner companies. This is a full-time, fully in-office opportunity based near Yonge &amp; Eglinton in Toronto. The role pays&#8239;</span><strong><span>$21/hour</span></strong><span>&#8239;and requires candidates to have&#8239;</span><strong><span>24/7 availability</span></strong><span>, including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. Following training, weekend schedules are not guaranteed.</span></p><p><span>The ideal candidate will have at least&#8239;</span><strong><span>two years of customer service experience</span></strong><span>, or previous experience in a customer-facing leadership role such as a&#8239;</span><strong><span>Supervisor</span></strong><span>&#8239;or&#8239;</span><strong><span>Team Lead</span></strong><span>. This opportunity is well suited for customer service professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are looking to build their career in customer support.</span></p><p><strong><span>How to Apply</span></strong><span>&#8239;</span></p><p><strong><span>All those interested in applying for this opportunity may do so by submitting a resume by emailing&#8239;</span><a href="mailto:shenali@whiteboardcollective.com"><span>shenali@whiteboardcollective.com</span></a><span>&#8239;with the position title in the subject line.&#8239;</span></strong></p><div><hr></div><p><em><span>Thank you to all of BTI&#8217;s corporate partners and members for continuing to invest in equitable access to career opportunities and supporting Black talent across industries.</span></em></p><p><em><span>We encourage community members to apply, share these opportunities within their networks, and stay connected with BTI for future career development programming, mentorship opportunities, and events.</span></em></p><p><em><span>To learn more about BTI and upcoming opportunities, visit:</span></em><span> <br></span><em><a href="http://www.blacktalentinitiative.network/"><span>www.blacktalentinitiative.network</span></a></em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building Something Bigger Than a Partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celebrating five years of impact and continued partnership with Jamieson Wellness]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/building-something-bigger-than-a</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/building-something-bigger-than-a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:05:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!CSRp!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0cf78359-9568-446a-8819-3e460d2b4539_4276x2851.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Creating Impact Together</h2><p><span>For five years, Jamieson Wellness and Black Talent Initiative have shared a belief that meaningful workplace change begins with people.</span></p><p><span>Not through a single event.<br>Not through a single conversation.<br>But through a sustained commitment to creating spaces where people feel they belong, where they are empowered to grow, and where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.</span></p><p><span>As one of BTI&#8217;s founding partners, Jamieson Wellness has been part of our journey from the very beginning. Together, we have built more than a partnership. We have co-created experiences that have strengthened community, expanded leadership, and opened doors for Black employees across the organization. From professional development and mentorship opportunities to Black History Month programming, Emancipation Day celebrations, career opportunities, and ongoing support of the Black Guidance &amp; Support Network (BGSN), every initiative has reflected a shared commitment to creating a more inclusive workplace.</span></p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0cf78359-9568-446a-8819-3e460d2b4539_4276x2851.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/49f874ec-cd49-4cc1-98e4-2b1b1b146fe6_4276x2851.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3a3c5360-af2c-498b-998d-b114fc10984b_4276x2851.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/85eba736-d675-4848-b012-21ab3217a36b_1110x1114.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Moments from BTI&#8217;s Juneteenth 2026 celebration, made possible through the continued support of partners like Jamieson Wellness.&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ba14f5c3-f9b7-4f50-a2b7-074ba0e0fa5c_1456x1456.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p></p><p><span>One of the most meaningful expressions of that commitment has been the BGSN professional development workshop series. Together, we designed workshops that invited employees to explore emotional intelligence, intersectionality, allyship, mentorship, and workplace communication - not simply as concepts, but as practical tools for leadership, connection, and personal growth.</span></p><p><span>The impact extended far beyond the sessions themselves.</span></p><p><span>Employees shared that the experience helped them feel more confident bringing their authentic selves to work, gave them a greater sense of community, and reminded them that they were not navigating workplace experiences alone. Others described the series as an opportunity to learn from one another, exchange lived experiences, and build confidence in environments where every voice was welcomed.</span></p><p><span>Facilitators experienced that same sense of purpose.</span></p><blockquote><p><span>&#8220;Investing in professional development for equity-deserving groups helps organizations build the capacity, understanding, and collective allyship needed to create workplaces where everyone can succeed.&#8221;</span></p><h6 style="text-align: right;">Jodie Glean-Mitchell</h6><h6 style="text-align: right;">Facilitator </h6></blockquote><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9c44fc1b-dc2d-4427-bedd-8593b63bb6cb_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9bc5f145-28ab-418f-b24b-1fab1c761024_1086x1448.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/024218cf-5003-4d3d-9115-8d0d575b5bdd_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/08793ccb-5e7a-4db3-b1ea-9bacfb4de16b_7008x4672.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cb192536-5b98-46e1-be75-1f448a4ff6d6_7008x4672.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3f8a7b94-779e-4f1d-afb9-c80146425b8c_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a99d87c3-c303-4a79-a3df-6687b61987ff_2000x1335.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a1a3b799-b251-4381-b7d1-13d977691a98_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c85dd7ca-1210-47de-ac42-79c84e0e9601_1448x1086.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Creating spaces for Jamieson employees to learn, connect and grow through community and shared experiences.&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/87cc576e-16a7-40f9-b04b-1155e8dd5e4f_1456x1454.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p><span><br>This year, our collaboration continued with Refuelling the Flame: 100 Years of Black History, Wellness, and Collective Energy, bringing employees across Canada together to engage in meaningful conversations and reflect on Black history through the lens of resilience, wellness, and collective care. The experience honoured the past while encouraging every participant to consider how we continue to sustain ourselves - and one another - for generations to come.</span></p><p><span>Five years later, what began as a partnership has become a shared commitment to investing in people, strengthening community, and creating workplaces where Black professionals can belong, grow, and lead with confidence.</span></p><blockquote><p>&#8220;What started in 2020 as a commitment to fight anti-Black racism has become a <strong>DE&amp;I movement</strong> at Jamieson Wellness. We&#8217;re proud to partner with community organizations like BTI to help eliminate systemic barriers faced by Black professionals &amp; students and to ultimately <strong>drive positive change.&#8221;</strong></p><h6 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Joel Scales</strong></h6><h6 style="text-align: right;">EVP &amp; Managing Director,</h6><h6 style="text-align: right;">Jamieson International and Global Strategy.</h6></blockquote><p><span>We are incredibly grateful to Jamieson Wellness for walking alongside us on this journey, and we&#8217;re excited for everything we&#8217;ll continue to build together in the years ahead.</span></p><blockquote><p><span>&#8220;At BTI, we believe lasting impact is built through </span><strong><span>collaboration</span></strong><span>. We're thankful to have Jamieson Wellness walking alongside us as we continue </span><strong><span>creating opportunities</span></strong><span>, </span><strong><span>breaking down barriers</span></strong><span>, and </span><strong><span>empowering </span></strong><span>the</span><strong><span> next generation</span></strong><span> of </span><strong><span>Black leaders.&#8221;</span></strong></p><h6 style="text-align: right;"><strong>Mark Harrison</strong></h6><h6 style="text-align: right;">Co-Founder, Black Talent Initiative</h6></blockquote>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNBOUNDED 2026: Highlights from an Evening of Freedom and Possibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some moments remind us why community matters.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/unbounded-2026-highlights-from-an</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/unbounded-2026-highlights-from-an</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:33:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dI71!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa8d84dd4-972b-4b6b-a10c-9ae5caefe61b_6000x4000.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Some moments remind us why community matters.</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a8d84dd4-972b-4b6b-a10c-9ae5caefe61b_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d74ba66f-7c65-421d-aa34-331ee9e1617d_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1655b091-95bc-4c62-b243-faa4b606bde8_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Some evenings leave you inspired.</p><p>Others remind you what becomes possible when a community comes together with a shared purpose.</p><p>UNBOUNDED 2026 was one of those evenings.</p><p>On July 29, our community gathered to commemorate Emancipation Day by celebrating this year&#8217;s theme, <strong>The Freedom to Become</strong>&#8212;an invitation to imagine beyond limitations, pursue purpose with confidence, and create the future we want to see.</p><p>Professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, students, community leaders, and allies came together for an evening of inspiring conversations, meaningful connection, cultural celebration, and collective reflection.</p><p>Whether you attended, donated, volunteered, or supported us from afar, thank you for helping make this year&#8217;s UNBOUNDED such a meaningful celebration.</p><h3>UNBOUNDED is more than BTI&#8217;s annual Emancipation Day gathering.</h3><p>It is a space where we honour the legacy of those who expanded the possibilities of freedom while celebrating the people who continue creating new pathways today.</p><p>It is where stories spark possibility, conversations build community, and relationships become opportunities.</p><p>It is also one of the ways our community invests in the future of Black talent.</p><p>As BTI&#8217;s annual fundraiser, every contribution made through UNBOUNDED helps us continue creating programs, partnerships, and opportunities that empower Black professionals to connect, grow, lead, and thrive.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/492c7464-2f7e-43ad-b579-4a1beac45bd3_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d91e8ccd-2e9d-4459-9dc2-c3f5117aab1e_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/88bfdcf9-f60b-4184-98b4-6f721a8cfbd7_4000x5000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5697e887-db22-41c2-af60-6fdba7480926_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><h3>An evening of inspiring voices</h3><p>This year&#8217;s program featured an incredible group of speakers, performers, and community leaders who challenged us to think bigger about what freedom makes possible.</p><p>Through personal stories, practical insights, and powerful performances, they reminded us that becoming isn&#8217;t simply about individual success. It&#8217;s about creating opportunities that allow entire communities to thrive.</p><p>Our heartfelt thanks to:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Britta B.</strong> &#8211; Poet</p></li><li><p><strong>Mark Harrison</strong> &#8211; Host of <em>The Convenor</em> and Co-Founder of Black Talent Initiative</p></li><li><p><strong>Eddie Lartey</strong> &#8211; Wordsmith, Poet, and Spoken Word Artist</p></li><li><p><strong>Camille Bartley</strong> &#8211; Educator and Hairstylist, The Bartley Skills Development Program</p></li><li><p><strong>Chadwin Bartley</strong> &#8211; Founder, The Bartley Skills Development Program.</p></li><li><p><strong>Rachelle Show</strong> &#8211; Artist</p></li><li><p><strong>Natassia Morris</strong> &#8211; Arts Leader, Cultural Educator, and Award-winning Communications Specialist</p></li><li><p><strong>Tenisha Noel</strong> &#8211; Founder, Social Entrepreneur, Changemaker, Content Creator, Law Student, and Founder of DuoVida Collective and Foundation</p></li></ul><p>Together, they reminded us that leadership, storytelling, culture, wellness, and community are all essential to building a more equitable future.  </p><p>We are also deeply grateful to <strong>Canada Life, our Innovator Sponsor for UNBOUNDED 2026</strong>, for continuing to invest in spaces that celebrate Black talent, strengthen community, and expand opportunity.</p><p>And to every volunteer, partner, donor, and supporter who contributed to this year&#8217;s UNBOUNDED, thank you for helping make the evening so meaningful.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0afc8741-8119-493a-9590-f5cc9bc6cc41_4000x5000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/717754ac-3d94-4180-9ca8-40c6b51cb394_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/74776b86-aa80-4fe6-a32a-14a58562992d_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/94a7789a-727a-4059-bb6a-52449e3816f9_4000x5000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b73066c7-9c10-4258-8f47-959c49fca6d2_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3727c02c-e9a2-4f46-a0ef-e987961d0ecf_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1d2ec001-4ee4-4657-90e8-4b58eeecf34b_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><h3>Building something bigger together</h3><p>One of the most meaningful parts of the evening happened between the sessions.</p><p>New introductions turned into conversations.</p><p>Conversations turned into connections.</p><p>Connections became the beginning of new relationships, collaborations, and opportunities.</p><p>That is what BTI exists to create.</p><p>Spaces where Black talent feels seen, supported, and inspired to imagine what&#8217;s next&#8212;and where our broader community comes together to help make those possibilities real.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b37a6f91-a429-4588-9087-f8c49cc6d21d_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/97fc7473-1abb-4472-b489-93c82a1c8703_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fad5c9eb-8a11-42cc-9912-555faa113f8c_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5b7a359d-1b20-4f4e-b3d6-b759bb902ff0_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3c036191-2942-406e-9e53-a2abe4a6b835_1456x1456.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><div><hr></div><h3>Thank you for believing in our mission</h3><p>UNBOUNDED 2026 would not have been possible without every person who attended, volunteered, donated, partnered with us, or helped spread the word.</p><p>A special thank you again to <strong>Canada Life, our Innovator Sponsor</strong>, for standing alongside BTI and supporting our continued work to create pathways for Black talent to connect, grow, lead, and thrive.</p><p>Your support does more than make one event possible. It helps sustain a growing community dedicated to expanding opportunity and investing in the future of Black talent.</p><p>Together, we are creating more than memorable events.</p><p>We are building a stronger future.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[BTI Job Board Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[August 6, 2026]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-e31</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-e31</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:08:42 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p><span>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. </span><strong><span>Learn more about their current openings </span><a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a><span>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</span></strong></p><h3>Manager, Change Management</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Manager, Change Management</strong> to lead a portfolio of strategic change initiatives that support organizational readiness, stakeholder engagement, adoption, and long-term sustainment. Working with the AVP, Change Management, business leaders, sponsors, project teams, and stakeholders, this role leads change strategies and plans, impact assessments, readiness activities, communications, training, adoption measurement, benefits realization, and continuous improvement of change management practices. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced change management professional with strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, coaching, and transformation experience in complex business, financial services, or insurance environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Change-Management-ON/1423587733/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Change-Management-ON/1423587733/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Manager Planning &amp; Intake</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Manager, Planning &amp; Intake</strong> to lead intake management, demand planning, portfolio reporting, and governance support within its centralized Business Project Management Office. Working with Portfolio Directors and cross-functional partners across Business, Technology, Finance, Risk, Architecture, and Delivery teams, this role oversees portfolio intake pipelines, planning and prioritization inputs, executive-ready dashboards, governance routines, reporting discipline, and continuous improvement of BPMO tools and processes. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced project, program, or portfolio management leader with strong people leadership, analytical, reporting, financial management, and governance experience in a complex or regulated environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager-Planning-&amp;-Intake-ON/1423583733/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager-Planning-&amp;-Intake-ON/1423583733/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Client Experience Specialist</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Client Experience Specialist</strong> to provide administrative, operational, and client service support to Advisors and clients through Investment Planning Counsel. Working with one or more Advisors, this role supports client communications, meeting preparation, onboarding, account updates, service requests, documentation, CRM records, calendar coordination, compliance processes, and daily office administration. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and client-focused professional with strong communication, organization, administration, and problem-solving skills, ideally with experience in financial services or advisor support.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Milton-Ontario-Client-Experience-Specialist-Milton%2C-ON-ON-L9T-1P9/1419878033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Milton-Ontario-Client-Experience-Specialist-Milton%2C-ON-ON-L9T-1P9/1419878033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide.</p><p><span>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. </span><strong><span>Explore their current career opportunities </span><a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a><span> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Account Coordinator</h3><p>MiQ is seeking an <strong>Account Coordinator</strong> to support the Client Services team with campaign coordination, account administration, client service documents, reporting support, internal project management, and finance-related tracking. Working closely with Sales, Account Management, Trading, Analysis, Product, and campaign activation teams, this role helps create campaign proposals, gather assets, maintain trackers and Salesforce records, support insight planning, and ensure campaigns run smoothly from planning through reporting. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, proactive, and eager to grow their career in client services, digital media, and marketing intelligence.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Coordinator_JR100415-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Coordinator_JR100415-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Interac</strong></h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p><span>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Leader, Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Leader, Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance</strong> to establish and mature the organization&#8217;s GRC mandate, strengthen IT controls, and support effective security risk management practices across the business. Working with key stakeholders across Information Security, Internal Audit, Legal, Enterprise Risk, Data Governance, Privacy, Vendor Management, and business units, this role leads policy development, risk management processes, compliance activities, audit support, ISMS operations, risk reporting, remediation governance, disaster recovery and business continuity alignment, and team coaching. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced information security and GRC leader with strong knowledge of ISO 27000, NIST, PCI, ISMS implementation, technology risk, regulatory compliance, and leading teams in complex environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Governance--Risk---Compliance_REQ-2163-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Governance--Risk---Compliance_REQ-2163-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>AppOps, Specialist</h3><p>Interac is seeking an <strong>AppOps Specialist</strong> to build modular, reusable solutions that streamline workflows, strengthen automation, and improve system performance in live environments. Working with engineering, operations, and security teams, this role develops tools, scripts, libraries, templates, automation modules, CI/CD integrations, observability frameworks, and operational readiness checks that support scalable AppOps practices. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in AppOps, DevOps, or SRE, strong programming and scripting skills, AWS knowledge, Infrastructure-as-Code experience, and a focus on reducing manual processes through automation.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/AppOps--Specialist_REQ-2318&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/AppOps--Specialist_REQ-2318"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Strategy, Lead</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Strategy, Lead</strong> to develop strategic analyses, business cases, and recommendations that support key business priorities and long-term corporate strategy. Reporting to the Head, Strategy, this role includes strategic planning, opportunity sizing, financial modelling, foresight analysis, market and competitive research, performance analysis, executive-ready insights, stakeholder alignment, and mentoring junior team members. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in consulting, strategy and operations, chief of staff work, data analysis, stakeholder management, and translating complex ideas into clear, actionable recommendations.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Strategy--Lead_REQ-2228&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Strategy--Lead_REQ-2228"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Jamieson Wellness</strong></h2><p>Jamieson Wellness is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, guided by its purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day. Established in 1922, the company is Canada&#8217;s #1 consumer health brand and includes Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is currently hiring for operations and compliance roles that support quality, manufacturing, and health product outcomes. These opportunities are well-suited for candidates with experience in pharmaceutical, health products, manufacturing, quality, or regulated environments. <strong>Discover their latest career opportunities <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jamieson-wellness/jobs/">here</a>, including the featured roles below.</strong></p><h3><strong>Distribution &amp; Analytics Manager</strong></h3><p>Jamieson Wellness is seeking a <strong>Distribution &amp; Analytics Manager</strong> to lead its distribution and analytics team while supporting logistics, distribution projects, and operational improvements across the global supply chain. Reporting to the Director, Logistics, Distribution &amp; Compliance, this role includes team leadership, workload management, performance coaching, logistics and distribution initiatives, 3PL and carrier relationship management, process improvement, compliance with health and safety policies, and GMP standards. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in global logistics and distribution, 3PL management, team leadership, analytics, relationship management, negotiation, and continuous improvement.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4447016583&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=v%2Btsgzi%2FUyTZwl%2ByttwVYA%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=vhBvlguX0VeyZrolK3R4%2Fg%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4430971844%2C4430942889%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4447016583&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=v%2Btsgzi%2FUyTZwl%2ByttwVYA%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=vhBvlguX0VeyZrolK3R4%2Fg%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4430971844%2C4430942889%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2><strong>CBC</strong></h2><p>CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster, creating content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms.</p><p><span>CBC is currently hiring across a variety of areas including media, communications, technology, finance, human resources, and content production. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Policy Specialist, National Procurement Strategies</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Policy Specialist, National Procurement Strategies</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s national procurement policies through the development and implementation of strategies related to the Buy Canadian initiative. Reporting to the ESG Procurement Advisor, this role includes policy analysis, impact assessment, process and guide development, training support, stakeholder recommendations, risk management, progress monitoring, and collaboration with Finance, Legal, and Procurement teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in policy analysis, strategic procurement advisory, procurement project management, sustainability, supplier diversity, EDI principles, and bilingual stakeholder communication.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 19, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Spcialiste-principal-de-politiques--Stratgies-d-approvisionnement-national--Hybride-Tltravail-_JR00008564&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Spcialiste-principal-de-politiques--Stratgies-d-approvisionnement-national--Hybride-Tltravail-_JR00008564"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Integrated Account Lead (Media Solutions)</h3><p>The <strong>Integrated Account Lead, Media Solutions</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s Media Solutions Group by generating, planning, and executing high-level broadcast and digital sales strategies. This 1-year temporary role includes business development, client relationship management, tailored sales packages, campaign planning, branded content strategies, direct and agency sales, reporting and forecasting, market analysis, and collaboration across English and French media assets, including social, native, podcasts, direct, and programmatic channels. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in digital media sales, client management, strategic sales planning, negotiation, and developing creative solutions that drive revenue.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 19, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Charg-ou-charge-des-comptes-intgrs--Solutions-Mdia---Hybride-Tltravail-_JR00008588&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Charg-ou-charge-des-comptes-intgrs--Solutions-Mdia---Hybride-Tltravail-_JR00008588"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Specialist, Project Coordinator (Corporate Development)</h3><p>The <strong>Specialist, Project Coordinator, Corporate Development</strong> will support CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s National Indigenous Strategy through project coordination, progress monitoring, reporting, and operational support. Working under the guidance of the Senior Advisor, this role includes coordinating internal meetings, supporting initiatives such as the Reconciliation Fund, Indigenous Visionaries Award, PAIR Certification, and NIS renewal process, organizing external engagement sessions with First Nations, Inuit, and M&#233;tis partners, maintaining project documentation and internal resources, and supporting communications and learning opportunities that strengthen cultural competency across the organization. This opportunity is ideal for someone with project coordination experience, strong organizational skills, bilingual communication abilities, and a deep understanding of and connection to Indigenous communities.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 19, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Specialist--Project-Coordinator--Corporate-Development---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008556&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Specialist--Project-Coordinator--Corporate-Development---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008556"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Advisor, Community Engagement</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Advisor, Community Engagement</strong> will lead the development and execution of CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s strategy to reach and serve newcomers and other important communities in Canada. Supporting the Senior Director, Business and Strategic Planning, this one-year contract role includes building relationships with external partners, leading engagement processes, gathering insights through research and interviews, developing recommendations and implementation plans, tracking project progress, liaising with senior leaders, preparing presentation materials, managing budgets, and helping align community initiatives across CBC and Radio-Canada. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in strategy development, relationship management, project management, public service media, community engagement, and working with newcomers to Canada.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 6, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Advisor--Community-Engagement--Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008379&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Advisor--Community-Engagement--Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008379"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p><span>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.</span><strong><span> Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a><span>and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Director, Compliance - OGGTA</h3><p>The <strong>Director, Compliance - OGGTA</strong> will manage the operational aspects of Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s compliance and AML reporting programs across Ontario WEST sites. Reporting to the Vice President, Compliance - Corporate and Ontario, this role includes leading compliance policies and procedures, AML reporting support, audits and monitoring activities, incident reviews, regulatory issue management, internal controls, compliance testing, and partnerships with AGCO and OLG. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong compliance and AML experience, knowledge of provincial gaming control laws and federal anti-money laundering laws, program management skills, and experience leading compliance teams in a regulated environment.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 6, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/?location=Toronto%252C+ON%252C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/?location=Toronto%252C+ON%252C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity</strong> will support Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s cybersecurity operations through the day-to-day management, monitoring, and continuous improvement of security tools, controls, and incident response processes. Reporting to the Manager, Cybersecurity Operations, this role includes monitoring and triaging security alerts, performing Tier 2/3 incident response, managing SIEM, EDR, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and other security tools, supporting vulnerability and threat management, maintaining documentation, producing technical reports, and mentoring junior analysts. This opportunity is ideal for someone with hands-on cybersecurity operations experience, strong knowledge of incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, security frameworks, and cybersecurity tools.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8740/?location=Toronto%252C+ON%252C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8740/?location=Toronto%252C+ON%252C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming (OLG)</h2><p>OLG is committed to delivering gaming entertainment that maximizes economic benefits for the people of Ontario in an efficient and socially responsible manner.</p><p><span>OLG continues to grow its teams across strategy, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Visit their careers page </span><a href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers">here</a><span> to explore additional opportunities and learn more about the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture </h3><p>The <strong>Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture</strong> will lead OLG&#8217;s enterprise architecture strategy, helping align technology direction with business priorities, product visions, and long-term value delivery. Reporting to the Chief Technology &amp; Information Officer, this role includes defining enterprise architecture, guiding major technology and platform decisions, establishing architecture principles and governance, supporting investment prioritization, simplifying and modernizing the technology landscape, building architecture maturity, and leading high-performing enterprise architecture and planning teams. This opportunity is ideal for a senior technology leader with deep enterprise architecture experience, strong executive influence, business architecture expertise, and experience working in product-centric, platform-based, or regulated environments.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 16, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Director--Enterprise-Architecture_R26_00420&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Director--Enterprise-Architecture_R26_00420"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Transformation Program Director</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Transformation Program Director</strong> will lead the delivery of complex, multi-year business and technology transformation programs that support the future of OLG&#8217;s Lottery business. Reporting to the VP, Lottery Strategy, Transformation &amp; Enterprise Customer Experience, this role includes developing integrated roadmaps, governance structures, implementation plans, executive reporting, budget oversight, risk and dependency management, vendor coordination, operational readiness, change management, and benefits realization. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced transformation leader with strong program delivery, executive stakeholder management, financial oversight, vendor management, and large-scale business and technology transformation experience.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 18, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Transformation-Program-Director_R26_00552&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Transformation-Program-Director_R26_00552"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Security Training and Operations Team Lead</h3><p>The <strong>Security Training and Operations Team Lead</strong> will support OLG&#8217;s corporate security operations by leading security personnel, overseeing shift coverage, and developing training programs that strengthen safety, compliance, and operational readiness. Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Security Services, this role includes designing and delivering security training, maintaining training records, conducting gap analyses, supervising day-to-day security operations across multiple sites and shifts, reviewing incident reports, supporting emergency response, and ensuring security protocols are followed. This opportunity is ideal for someone with security operations experience, supervisory or team lead experience, strong training and facilitation skills, and knowledge of Ontario security legislation, emergency management, and corporate security practices.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 12, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Security-Training-and-Operations-Team-Lead_R26_00542&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Security-Training-and-Operations-Team-Lead_R26_00542"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>VP, Cybersecurity &amp; Information Security Officer</h3><p>The <strong>VP, Cybersecurity &amp; Information Security Officer</strong> will lead OLG&#8217;s enterprise cybersecurity strategy, helping protect the organization from cyber risks while enabling responsible innovation and business goals. Reporting to the Chief Technology &amp; Information Officer, this role includes overseeing security operations, cybersecurity awareness, third-party risk, cyber and IT risk reporting, secure-by-design practices, regulator and external partner engagement, department budgets, and high-performing cybersecurity teams. This opportunity is ideal for a senior cybersecurity or information security leader with experience designing enterprise cybersecurity programs, managing technology risk, influencing executive stakeholders, and leading teams in complex or regulated environments.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 16, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/VP-Cyber---Information-Security-Officer_R26_00418&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/VP-Cyber---Information-Security-Officer_R26_00418"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Purolator</strong></h2><p>Purolator is Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses, customers, and communities stay connected through reliable delivery and logistics solutions.</p><p><span>Purolator is continuing to grow across corporate and operational functions and is currently hiring for opportunities within finance, logistics, operations, and business support. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Manager, Compensation</h3><p>The <strong>Manager, Compensation</strong> will lead the day-to-day operations and execution of Purolator&#8217;s compensation programs, ensuring compensation activities are delivered accurately, compliantly, and on time. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Compensation, this role includes leading the compensation team, managing annual compensation cycles, supporting AIP and LTIP administration, preparing executive and Board materials, leading compensation surveys and market benchmarking, overseeing job evaluation and job architecture governance, maintaining salary structures and compensation data, and partnering with HR and business leaders on fair and market-aligned compensation decisions. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive compensation experience, people leadership skills, strong analytical capability, HRIS experience, and knowledge of incentive programs, job evaluation, and compensation governance.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Compensation-ON-L5N-0E1/1369697400/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Compensation-ON-L5N-0E1/1369697400/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3><strong>Technology Developer</strong></h3><p>The <strong>Technology Developer</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s Digital Channels team by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable customer-facing applications across backend, frontend, and cloud environments. Reporting to the Lead Technology Developer, this role includes leading technical design, building APIs and event-driven services, developing cloud functions and web application features, supporting AWS serverless architectures, maintaining CI/CD pipelines, writing automated tests, troubleshooting production issues, improving code quality, applying secure coding practices, and mentoring junior and intermediate developers. This opportunity is ideal for a senior software engineer with strong Java, Spring Boot, Python, Angular, AWS, SQL, automated testing, cloud engineering, and technical leadership experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Technology-Developer-ON-L5N-0E1/1413909300/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Technology-Developer-ON-L5N-0E1/1413909300/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Manager, Service Intelligence</h3><p>The <strong>Manager, Service Intelligence</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s network by turning operational data into insights, reporting, and analytics that improve service performance, visibility, and decision-making. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Service Excellence, this role includes delivering dashboards, scorecards, performance reports, advanced analysis, Power BI solutions, automation, risk monitoring, peak planning support, executive-ready insights, and data-driven recommendations for Operations and cross-functional partners. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in analytics, business intelligence, operational performance, Power BI, SQL, Python, data visualization, stakeholder management, and leading teams in fast-paced environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Service-Intelligence-ON-L5N-0E1/1409887000/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Service-Intelligence-ON-L5N-0E1/1409887000/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Sourcing Specialist</h3><p>The <strong>Sourcing Specialist</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s procurement function by identifying sourcing opportunities, managing supplier relationships, and supporting the full procurement process from requirements gathering to contract and purchase order administration. Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, this role includes reviewing spend patterns, preparing RFx documents, analyzing proposals, negotiating with vendors, developing agreements, maintaining contract databases and purchasing files, resolving invoice discrepancies, and supporting electronic catalogue content. This opportunity is ideal for someone with procurement or sourcing experience, strong business and financial acumen, transportation or logistics knowledge, Excel skills, and the ability to analyze information, communicate recommendations, and work well under pressure.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Sourcing-Specialist-ON-L5N-0E1/1409344600/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Sourcing-Specialist-ON-L5N-0E1/1409344600/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[BTI Job Board Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[July 23, 2026]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-059</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-059</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:48:26 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p><span>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. </span><strong><span>Learn more about their current openings </span><a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a><span>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</span></strong></p><h3>Director, Strategy &amp; Growth</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Director, Strategy &amp; Growth</strong> to translate the Insurance Experience vision into actionable plans, prioritized initiatives, and measurable business outcomes. Working with the AVP, Insurance Experience and cross-functional partners across Insurance Solutions, Technology, and Operations, this role leads strategic planning, growth opportunity assessment, portfolio budgeting, executive presentations, business cases, and initiative governance. This opportunity is ideal for a senior strategy leader with experience in insurance, financial services, customer experience, growth planning, budgeting, and leading high-performing teams.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Strategy-&amp;-Growth-ON/1416403833/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Strategy-&amp;-Growth-ON/1416403833/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Manager, Communications</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Manager, Communications</strong> to lead enterprise-wide communications that support employee experience and executive communications. Working with the AVP, Communications and cross-functional partners, this role develops communication strategies, plans, content, and messaging for national audiences while managing timelines, stakeholder relationships, and sensitive information. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced communications professional with strong writing, planning, project management, relationship-building, and team leadership skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Communications-ON/1417974833/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Communications-ON/1417974833/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>HR Business Partner</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking an <strong>HR Business Partner</strong> to provide consultative HR support to senior people leaders across areas such as workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, compensation, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional with strong business partnering, project management, data analysis, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Winnipeg-HR-Business-Partner-MB/1417453133/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Winnipeg-HR-Business-Partner-MB/1417453133/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Sales Director, National Accounts</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a <strong>Sales Director, National Accounts</strong> to lead a team of Account Executives focused on growing its consultant group benefits business. This role oversees sales performance, consultant and customer relationships, regional business planning, RFPs, finalist presentations, client retention, and team coaching. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced group insurance sales leader with strong relationship management, business development, and people leadership skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Sales-Director%2C-National-Accounts-ON/1292942201/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Sales-Director%2C-National-Accounts-ON/1292942201/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide.</p><p><span>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. </span><strong><span>Explore their current career opportunities </span><a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a><span> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Product Manager</h3><p>MiQ is seeking a <strong>Product Manager</strong> to help build and scale core product capabilities in Canada across Advanced TV, Commerce, Omni-channel, and Social. This role leads product requirements, roadmap development, technical delivery, launches, adoption, KPIs, documentation, and sales enablement in partnership with engineering, data science, analytics, clients, and internal teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in programmatic or digital media, product management, AdTech, and cross-functional product development.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Interac</strong></h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p><span>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Leader, Account Management</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Leader, Account Management</strong> to lead its account management function across commercial and public sector clients, with a focus on retention, renewals, expansion, client satisfaction, and deeper enterprise relationships. This role oversees a team of Account Managers, supports strategic accounts, drives upsell and cross-sell opportunities, and partners with Sales, Product, and Solutions teams to strengthen client value across Interac&#8217;s product portfolio. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced account management leader with strong enterprise or government client experience, commercial instincts, and a proven ability to coach high-performing teams.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Account-Management_REQ-2297&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Account-Management_REQ-2297"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Leader, Business Development</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Leader, Business Development</strong> to lead new business growth across enterprise commercial and government accounts. This role oversees pipeline generation, deal strategy, ARR targets, go-to-market execution, cross-sell and upsell opportunities, and team coaching for Interac Verified and related products. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced B2B or SaaS sales leader with strong enterprise or government sales experience, solution-selling skills, and the ability to build and lead a high-performing business development team.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Business-Development_REQ-2298&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Leader--Business-Development_REQ-2298"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Executive Assistant</h3><p>Interac is seeking an <strong>Executive Assistant</strong> to provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Head, Data, Analytics &amp; Fraud. This role supports calendar management, meeting preparation, travel coordination, expense management, document preparation, stakeholder communication, and department events. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced executive assistant or administrator who is highly organized, discreet, proactive, and comfortable supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Executive-Assistant_REQ-2305&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Executive-Assistant_REQ-2305"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Product Intern, Money Movement</h3><p>Interac is seeking a <strong>Product Intern, Money Movement</strong> to support product roadmap activities, research, stakeholder coordination, requirements gathering, and data analysis for the Money Movement team. This internship is ideal for a student interested in payments, product management, strategy, and data who is eager to contribute to the future of digital finance.</p><p><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> July 27, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Intern--Money-Movement_REQ-2240&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Intern--Money-Movement_REQ-2240"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Jamieson Wellness</strong></h2><p>Jamieson Wellness is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, guided by its purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day. Established in 1922, the company is Canada&#8217;s #1 consumer health brand and includes Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is currently hiring for operations and compliance roles that support quality, manufacturing, and health product outcomes. These opportunities are well-suited for candidates with experience in pharmaceutical, health products, manufacturing, quality, or regulated environments.</p><h3><strong>Operations Supervisor</strong></h3><p>The <strong>Operations Supervisor</strong> will provide leadership and direction to operations personnel across manufacturing and packaging, helping teams meet production schedules safely and cost-effectively. Reporting to the Department Manager, this role includes workforce coordination, production planning, training, compliance with SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices, equipment inspection, issue resolution, documentation, inventory management, and employee performance support. This opportunity is ideal for someone with supervisory experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly tablet compression and coating, and strong knowledge of GMP and WHMIS.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4430942889&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=gQ3vV3iLYGCm3nZbssEVIA%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=uWjzDqjuEzoNni0Lcztong%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4430971844%2C4430942889%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search-results/?currentJobId=4430942889&amp;eBP=NON_CHARGEABLE_CHANNEL&amp;refId=gQ3vV3iLYGCm3nZbssEVIA%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=uWjzDqjuEzoNni0Lcztong%3D%3D&amp;keywords=jobs&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4430971844%2C4430942889%2C4437586542&amp;geoId=101174742&amp;f_C=9476356%2C3860447%2C293602%2C46748%2C11360384"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2><strong>CBC</strong></h2><p>CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster, creating content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms.</p><p><span>CBC is currently hiring across a variety of areas including media, communications, technology, finance, human resources, and content production. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Communication and Marketing Specialist (Sports) (English Services) (Telework/Hybrid)</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Communication and Marketing Specialist, Sports</strong> will support CBC Sports marketing objectives through the development and delivery of strategic, integrated marketing and communications plans. Reporting with guidance from the Manager, Sports Marketing, this role includes campaign planning, audience engagement, stakeholder and partner communications, community outreach, promotional support, deliverable management, post-campaign reporting, and collaboration with publicity, creative, content, and external sport partners. 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Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR, this role includes advising leaders on complex HR/IR issues, supporting performance management, organizational development, change management, compensation, workforce planning, union-management relations, and people strategy across Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive HR experience, strong judgment, experience in unionized environments, and a meaningful understanding of First Nations, Inuit, and M&#233;tis communities.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> July 27, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-HR-Generalist--Business-Consulting--People---Culture--Hybrid-Telework-_JR00007821&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-HR-Generalist--Business-Consulting--People---Culture--Hybrid-Telework-_JR00007821"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p><span>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.</span><strong><span> Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a><span>and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Human Resources Manager - 18-Month Contract</h3><p>The <strong>Human Resources Manager</strong> will lead HR practices and talent management programs for Casino Flamboro on an 18-month contract. Reporting to the Regional Director, Human Resources, this role includes supporting managers and team members, leading the HR team, managing recruitment, attendance, OH&amp;S, orientations, leaves of absence, return-to-work processes, employee relations investigations, training support, conflict resolution, and compliance with company policies, licensing laws, health and safety, and statutory regulations. 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Reporting to the Chief Lottery Officer, this role includes leading the Lottery transformation roadmap, overseeing large-scale business and technology initiatives, managing strategic planning and performance frameworks, championing customer experience programs, driving go-to-market strategies, and ensuring long-term growth, operational excellence, and sustainable value creation. This opportunity is ideal for an executive leader with significant experience in business strategy, enterprise transformation, customer experience, performance management, and leading cross-functional teams in complex or highly regulated organizations.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> August 5, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/VP-Lottery-Strategy--Transformation----Customer-Experience_R26_00504&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/VP-Lottery-Strategy--Transformation----Customer-Experience_R26_00504"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Sr. Brand Manager</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Brand Manager</strong> will help evolve OLG&#8217;s Enterprise Brand strategy by developing programs that build trust, strengthen relevance, increase consideration, and support long-term growth. Reporting to the Director, Enterprise Brand &amp; Marketing, this role includes leading OLG&#8217;s Believability in Winning platform, evolving the enterprise social strategy, developing integrated brand and content programs, translating consumer insights and cultural trends into strategy, managing KPIs and reporting, and collaborating with internal teams and agency partners. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive experience in brand management, consumer marketing, social strategy, integrated campaigns, stakeholder influence, and turning insights into measurable brand impact.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> July 30, 2026</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Sr-Brand-Manager_R26_00516&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Sr-Brand-Manager_R26_00516"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Enterprise IT Transformation &amp; Organizational Readiness Director (18-month contract)</h3><p>The <strong>Enterprise IT Transformation &amp; Organizational Readiness Director</strong> will lead enterprise-wide workforce planning and organizational change efforts that help OLG&#8217;s Enterprise IT team adapt to evolving business and technology priorities. 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Reporting to the Director, Commercial Contracts, this role includes structuring, drafting, negotiating, and executing complex buy-side commercial agreements, providing business-focused legal advice, managing legal work intake and priorities, partnering with Operations, IT, Procurement, and Legal, mentoring legal professionals, and improving contracting processes, templates, and playbooks. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced commercial lawyer with strong business judgment, leadership skills, and experience supporting complex supplier, infrastructure, transportation, logistics, supply chain, or technology arrangements.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Manager-Contracts-ON-L5N-0E1/1408271600/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Manager-Contracts-ON-L5N-0E1/1408271600/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3><strong>Lead, North American Operations Customer Solutions</strong></h3><p>The <strong>Lead, North American Operations Customer Solutions</strong> will support Purolator&#8217;s North American Solutions Design team by representing Operations in customer solution planning, sales requests, service escalations, and strategic client initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Manager, North American Strategic Customer Support, this role includes supporting Account Executives, analyzing customer requirements, managing onboarding and deployment plans, overseeing client programs and projects, identifying cost and network impacts, coordinating cross-functional teams, presenting solutions to customers, and reporting on productivity, revenue, and service. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong transportation or logistics operations experience, project management skills, customer solutions expertise, and knowledge of courier, freight, logistics, and North American geography.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-Lead-North-American-Operations-Customer-Solutions-ON-L4K-5N1/1409330500/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-Lead-North-American-Operations-Customer-Solutions-ON-L4K-5N1/1409330500/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Product Manager</h3><p>The <strong>Senior Product Manager</strong> will develop and manage Purolator&#8217;s core transportation service offerings and specialized products across key verticals including retail/eCommerce, industrial, technology, and healthcare. 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It marks the day the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect in 1834, ending slavery across much of the British Empire, including Canada.</p><p>But emancipation did not mean equality. It marked the beginning of a new fight against systemic barriers and anti-Black racism, a fight that continues today.</p><p>This Emancipation Day, we honour the generations who fought for freedom and ask:</p><p><strong>What will we do with that freedom?</strong></p><h3>Join us at UNBOUNDED 2026</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!nISg!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4fbcc820-8b62-466e-a908-b452a2d7b167_1920x1080.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!nISg!, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/w_424, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/q_auto:good, 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their work through leadership, creativity, entrepreneurship, culture, and community.</p><h3>Event Details</h3><p>&#128197; <strong>Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | </strong>&#128340; <strong>5:00&#8211;8:00 PM ET</strong></p><p>&#128205; <strong>MH3 Collective Office (</strong>366 Adelaide St. West, Suite 600, Toronto, ON) </p><p>&#127903;&#65039; <strong>Tickets are now on sale </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/unbounded&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Reserve Your Spot!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/unbounded"><span>Reserve Your Spot!</span></a></p><h3>Meet the lineup</h3><p>We are excited to welcome an incredible group of speakers, leaders, creators, and performers who will bring <strong>The Freedom to Become</strong> to life.</p><div 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You are helping BTI continue to expand access, build pathways, and create spaces where Black talent can thrive.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/unbounded&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Reserve Your Spot!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/unbounded"><span>Reserve Your Spot!</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Happening in Our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upcoming BTI Events & Initiatives]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-77c</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-77c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:00:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dOpi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F81f98012-7913-42c9-b0ef-c8d8599e4ab2_1024x683.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Upcoming BTI Events &amp; Initiatives</strong></h2><h3><strong>UNBOUNDED 2026: Register, Volunteer or Support</strong></h3><p>This annual BTI gathering commemorates Emancipation Day through meaningful conversation, cultural performances, storytelling, and community connection. This year&#8217;s theme, <strong>The Freedom to Become</strong>, invites us to imagine boldly, lead with purpose, and continue creating new possibilities for ourselves and future generations.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Date:</strong> Wednesday, July 29, 2026<br>&#128340; <strong>Time:</strong> 5:00 PM&#8211;8:00 PM ET<br>&#128205; <strong>Location:</strong> MH3 Collective, 366 Adelaide St. West, Toronto</p><p>UNBOUNDED is a fundraising event in support of Black Talent Initiative. Every ticket and contribution helps us continue creating programs, events, resources, and opportunities that uplift and advance Black talent.</p><p>You can support the event by registering to attend, signing up to volunteer, or making a donation.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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<strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, July 25, 2026<br>&#128347; <strong>Time:</strong> 12:00 PM&#8211;3:30 PM<br>&#128205; <strong>Location:</strong> 140 Wendell Avenue, Unit 8, Toronto</p><p>Expect practical career advice, simple investing insights, audience Q&amp;A, light bites, and the opportunity to connect with others working toward stronger financial futures.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dont-go-broke-trying-toronto-tickets-1993172194689?aff=oddtdtcreator&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get Tickets Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dont-go-broke-trying-toronto-tickets-1993172194689?aff=oddtdtcreator"><span>Get Tickets Here</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Beyond Labels Ambassador Opportunity</strong></h3><p>Black CAP is looking for <strong>two passionate community advocates</strong> to join its team as <strong>Beyond Labels Ambassadors</strong>.</p><p>This opportunity is for individuals committed to creating safe, affirming, and empowering spaces for Black African, Caribbean, and Black Trans and Non-Binary communities.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Term:</strong> Immediate start to December 31, 2026<br>&#128338; <strong>Commitment:</strong> Four days per month, with flexible hours<br>&#128176; <strong>Honorarium:</strong> $300 per month<br>&#128205; <strong>Location:</strong> In-office and community locations</p><p>This is an ambassador role offered on an honorarium basis and is not a staff or employee position.</p><p>To apply, send your resume to <strong><a href="mailto:hiring@black-cap.com">hiring@black-cap.com</a></strong> by <strong>July 30, 2026</strong>.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.instagram.com/p/Dax1C1kGoDl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;More Info 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Canadians.</p><p><span>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. </span><strong><span>Learn more about their current openings </span><a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a><span>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</span></strong></p><h3>Director, Programs &amp; Project Delivery</h3><p>Canada Life is seeking a Director, Programs &amp; Project Delivery to lead the execution of complex business transformation initiatives across the organization. Working with executive sponsors and cross-functional leaders, this role oversees enterprise project governance, delivery planning, executive reporting, financial oversight, stakeholder alignment, change management, and benefits realization to ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced program or project management leader with a strong background in business transformation, enterprise delivery, and executive stakeholder management.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Programs-&amp;-Project-Delivery-ON/1413384133/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Director%2C-Programs-&amp;-Project-Delivery-ON/1413384133/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Associate Manager, Communications (14-Month Contract)</h3><p>Canada Life is looking for an Associate Manager, Communications to support strategic communications for internal business divisions and external advisor audiences. This 14-month contract role includes developing communications strategies, creating executive messaging and thought leadership content, managing communications schedules, supporting change management initiatives, and partnering with leaders across the organization to deliver impactful communications. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced communications professional who enjoys developing strategic content, building relationships, and managing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Associate-Manager%2C-Communications-%2814-Month-Contract%29-ON/1411889033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Associate-Manager%2C-Communications-%2814-Month-Contract%29-ON/1411889033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Executive Assistant | Great-West Lifeco</h3><p>Great-West Lifeco is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders within its Internal Audit function. This role includes managing executive calendars, coordinating meetings and Board materials, preparing presentations and reports, supporting operational reporting, managing travel and expenses, maintaining SharePoint and Microsoft 365 workflows, and helping streamline team operations. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced executive assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys improving processes, and excels at supporting senior leaders with professionalism and attention to detail.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-Great-West-ON/1411452733/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-Great-West-ON/1411452733/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Financial Specialist (Student Position) </h3><p>Canada Life is hiring a Financial Specialist (Student Position) to join its Strategic Finance team for a four-month work term from September to December. Students will support financial modelling, business case development, portfolio financial management, budgeting, forecasting, executive reporting, and strategic analysis related to technology initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for MBA or graduate students interested in finance, technology strategy, business analysis, or consulting, seeking hands-on experience supporting enterprise-level financial decision-making.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Financial-Specialist-%28Student-Position%29-ON/1410031633/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Financial-Specialist-%28Student-Position%29-ON/1410031633/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide.</p><p><span>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. </span><strong><span>Explore their current career opportunities </span><a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a><span> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</span></strong></p><h3>Account Executive </h3><p>As an Account Executive, you&#8217;ll work closely with teams across Sales, Trading, Analytics, Product, and Marketing to support the successful delivery of digital advertising campaigns. This role includes campaign coordination, quality assurance, CRM administration, creative and pixel management, campaign troubleshooting, finance administration, client support, and contributing to campaign insights and reporting. This opportunity is ideal for someone with client-facing or customer service experience who is highly organized, enjoys problem-solving, and is looking to build a career in digital marketing and advertising technology.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Interac</strong></h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p><span>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Technical Support Coordinator (Bilingual)</h3><p>Interac is seeking a bilingual Technical Support Coordinator to join its Real Time Payments Command Centre. This role is responsible for monitoring application and infrastructure health, responding to incidents, performing technical recovery procedures, supporting incident, change, release, and problem management processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues. This opportunity is ideal for a bilingual technology professional with experience in 24/7 operations who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems and supporting mission-critical payment infrastructure.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Technical-Support-Coordinator--Bilingual-_REQ-2252&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Technical-Support-Coordinator--Bilingual-_REQ-2252"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Accounting and Financial Systems, Lead</h3><p>Interac is hiring an Accounting and Financial Systems Lead to oversee the organization&#8217;s enterprise financial systems while supporting financial reporting and automation initiatives. This role includes managing JD Edwards, ReportsNow, and Concur; leading system upgrades; supporting IT audits; preparing financial reporting for audits and government reporting; assisting with month-end accounting; and driving process improvements across financial systems. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting or finance professional with financial systems experience and who enjoys combining technical expertise with financial analysis and process optimization.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Accounting-and-Financial-Systems--Lead_REQ-2214-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Accounting-and-Financial-Systems--Lead_REQ-2214-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Delivery Tooling &amp; Data Platform, Lead</h3><p>Interac is looking for a Delivery Tooling &amp; Data Platform Lead to oversee the organization&#8217;s Planview Portfolios platform and delivery data ecosystem. This role includes optimizing delivery tooling, developing executive reporting dashboards, improving portfolio reporting, supporting strategic portfolio planning, enabling financial and resource management, delivering stakeholder training, and partnering across business and technology teams to strengthen enterprise delivery capabilities. 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This role includes investigating fraud alerts, monitoring enterprise fraud systems, supporting customer escalations, identifying emerging fraud trends, responding to stakeholder inquiries, and collaborating with financial institutions to strengthen fraud prevention. 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This contract role includes scheduling and publishing content, writing captions and social copy, engaging with audiences, using analytics to guide content decisions, and contributing to videos through editing, filming, and occasional on-camera work. This opportunity is ideal for a Toronto-based creator with experience making social content for Gen Z audiences and strong skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, iPhone filming, and platform-specific storytelling.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 17, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/job/Toronto-ON/SOCIAL-MEDIA-PRODUCER---CREATOR_JR00008233&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/job/Toronto-ON/SOCIAL-MEDIA-PRODUCER---CREATOR_JR00008233"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Producer, Ontario Service</h3><p>CBC News is hiring a Senior Producer to lead and coordinate the Ontario Service, a new division focused on provincial and regional audiences with an emphasis on audio. This permanent, on-site role provides editorial leadership for Fresh Air and Ontario Morning, supports the distribution of audio content across Ontario newsrooms, coordinates with local and provincial current affairs teams, and helps guide breaking news coverage. 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This hybrid role includes defining a unified security architecture vision, developing technical guardrails and reference models, supporting information security policies and standards, assessing major projects and infrastructure, advising senior leaders on cyber risks, and mentoring architects and analysts. This opportunity is ideal for a bilingual cybersecurity professional with experience in security architecture, cloud security, zero-trust principles, security-by-design, and standards such as ISO, NIST, COBIT, and ITIL.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 17, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Information-Security-Architect--T---I---Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008188&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Information-Security-Architect--T---I---Telework-Hybrid-_JR00008188"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p><span>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.</span><strong><span> Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a><span>and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>HR Administrator &#8211; 14 to 16 Month Contract</h3><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is hiring an HR Administrator to support HR services at its Gananoque site. This contract role includes processing HR paperwork, entering data into HR systems, maintaining site files, supporting team member communications, providing general HR information, assisting with administrative tasks, and supporting recruitment activities such as pre-screening, interview scheduling, and offer preparation. This opportunity is ideal for someone with HR or administrative support experience who is organized, service-oriented, and interested in building experience in a site-based HR environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8881/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8881/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Human Resources Business Partner</h3><p>Pickering Casino Resort is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide strategic HR guidance to client groups, department leaders, and executives. 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This role provides technical leadership across software architecture, solution design, application lifecycle management, DevOps practices, and production support while collaborating with development, QA, infrastructure, and business teams. This opportunity is ideal for a senior software professional with experience leading complex application development, cloud and on-premise systems, Agile delivery, and enterprise architecture in large-scale environments.<br><br><strong>Apply by:</strong> July 15, 2026 </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Application-Development-Manager_R26_00477&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Application-Development-Manager_R26_00477"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h2><strong>Purolator</strong></h2><p>Purolator is Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses, customers, and communities stay connected through reliable delivery and logistics solutions.</p><p><span>Purolator is continuing to grow across corporate and operational functions and is currently hiring for opportunities within finance, logistics, operations, and business support. </span><strong><span>Check out their current openings </span><a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a><span> and featured roles below:</span></strong></p><h3>Senior Application Security Analyst</h3><p>Purolator is seeking a Senior Application Security Analyst to help strengthen application security across the organization by embedding security into the software development lifecycle. 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url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!CESz!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdf0a1cdd-db8b-4f9a-a722-36774bb62fa6_6000x4000.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Some moments remind us why community matters.</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/df0a1cdd-db8b-4f9a-a722-36774bb62fa6_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7e1f2f91-aca7-4a19-adb3-1e258b3e5228_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7dc8f86c-b1e3-45d1-810d-e0574b0217ae_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Walking into a room filled with leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, changemakers, families, and allies &#8212; all gathered to reflect, connect, and celebrate Juneteenth &#8212; was one of those moments.</p><p>This year&#8217;s Juneteenth celebration, <strong>Still We Rise</strong>, was our largest and most impactful yet, with nearly <strong>170 members of our community registering</strong> for an evening of powerful conversations, inspiring performances, meaningful networking, and collective reflection on freedom, resilience, and what it means to continue rising together.</p><p>Whether you joined us in person or supported us from afar, thank you for helping make this evening one to remember. </p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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</span></p></li><li><p><strong>Yesiyah</strong> &#8211; Percussionist &amp; Teaching apprentice </p></li><li><p><strong>Kaj&#233;</strong> &#8211; Artist, Singer &amp; Songwriter </p></li></ul><p>Together, they reminded us that leadership, storytelling, culture, wellness, and community are all essential to building a more equitable future.  </p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-c86</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:31:56 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance</h2><p>PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance develops extraordinary leaders by bringing CEOs, entrepreneurs, and senior executives together in trusted peer environments. For more than 30 years, the organization has supported leaders as they navigate uncertainty, accelerate growth, challenge assumptions, and build stronger organizations.</p><p>PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance is currently growing its leadership community and looking for a marketing and events leader to help tell its story, grow membership, and deliver high-quality experiences for executive audiences.</p><h4>Director, Marketing &amp; Events </h4><p>The Director, Marketing &amp; Events will lead brand, marketing, content, member recruitment, and event strategy for PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance. This role will own the organization&#8217;s marketing calendar, thought leadership content, member communications, lead generation efforts, and major events, including the Annual Conference and Eye of the Executive series. This opportunity is ideal for a senior marketing professional with experience in brand leadership, B2B marketing, executive audiences, and large-scale event execution. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4429659817/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4429659817/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Interac </h2><p>Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification, and fraud protection. Founded in 1984, Interac supports millions of daily transactions across Canada and works with banks, businesses, individuals, government, and financial institutions.</p><p>Interac is currently hiring for several internship opportunities across People &amp; Culture, digital marketing, and client relationships. These roles are designed for students looking to gain hands-on experience in a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. </p><h4>People &amp; Culture Intern, DEI &amp; Learning</h4><p>The People &amp; Culture Intern, DEI &amp; Learning will support Interac&#8217;s diversity, equity and inclusion, learning, leadership development, and coaching initiatives. This role includes helping coordinate DEI programs, learning activities, communications, research, reporting, and program logistics across the organization. This internship is ideal for someone studying human resources, organizational behaviour, psychology, business, administration, social work, or a related field who is passionate about people, equity, and learning. </p><p><strong>Apply by: July 3, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/People---Culture-Intern--DEI---Learning_REQ-2284&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/People---Culture-Intern--DEI---Learning_REQ-2284"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>People &amp; Culture Intern, Talent Programs</h4><p>The People &amp; Culture Intern, Talent Programs will support HR administration, campus recruitment operations, onboarding, employee and intern events, and the Interac intern program. This role will also work with Workday, support data audits, respond to employee inquiries, and help maintain accurate people systems and documentation. This internship is ideal for someone studying human resources, business, administration, psychology, or a related field who is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in HR operations and campus programming. </p><p><strong>Apply by: July 3, 2026 </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/People---Culture-Intern--Talent-Programs_REQ-2285&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/People---Culture-Intern--Talent-Programs_REQ-2285"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Digital Marketing Intern</h4><p>The Digital Marketing Intern will support Interac&#8217;s digital marketing team across website management, CRM and email marketing, campaign execution, digital reporting, and marketing technology. This role includes updating digital properties, assisting with Salesforce Account Engagement campaigns, conducting QA on digital assets, and helping synthesize performance insights from tools such as GA4 and CRM platforms. This internship is ideal for a student in marketing, business, digital media, commerce, or a related field who is interested in websites, CRM, content, and digital performance. </p><p><strong>Apply by: July 3, 2026</strong> </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Digital-Marketing-Intern_REQ-2269&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Digital-Marketing-Intern_REQ-2269"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Client Relationships Intern</h4><p>The Client Relationships Intern will support Interac&#8217;s client team by conducting research, reporting on client issues and payment industry trends, supporting Quarterly Business Reviews, and helping manage information through CRM and data tools. This role will also provide exposure to client and product strategy, stakeholder meetings, presentation building, and turning data into actionable insights. This internship is ideal for someone who is organized, adaptable, comfortable working with data, and interested in customer experience, account management, sales, or the payments industry.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 3, 2026 </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Client-Relationships-Intern_REQ-2279&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Client-Relationships-Intern_REQ-2279"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Canada Life </h2><p>Canada Life is united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians. The company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.</p><p>Canada Life is currently hiring across student, client service, and strategic leadership opportunities. These roles span technology project governance, employee engagement, direct client service, and health product strategy. </p><h4>Technology Project Management Office Analyst (Student Position)</h4><p>The Technology Project Management Office Analyst Student will support Canada Life&#8217;s Technology PMO by contributing to project delivery governance, centralized reporting, financial oversight, and portfolio operations. This 4-month student role offers hands-on exposure to tools and processes such as Clarity, dashboards, KPIs, forecasting, cost tracking, and executive-ready deliverables. This opportunity is ideal for a student in business, finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline who is interested in technology strategy, governance, project delivery, and data-informed decision-making. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Technology-Project-Management-Office-Analyst-%28Student-Position%29-ON/1408045833/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Technology-Project-Management-Office-Analyst-%28Student-Position%29-ON/1408045833/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Employee Engagement Coordinator (Student Position)</h4><p>The Employee Engagement Coordinator Student will support the design and delivery of employee experience initiatives across Investment Planning Counsel and Canada Life&#8217;s wealth platforms. This 4-month student role includes coordinating engagement programs, culture events, ERG events, volunteer days, town halls, communications, employee feedback, committee support, business planning, and budget tracking. 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This client-facing role supports a dedicated block of clients through in-person, phone, online chat, and email service, while helping maintain a strong Canada Life brand experience. The role includes managing service requests, supporting client and advisor visits, handling escalations, submitting amendments, promoting self-serve options, and collaborating with team members on workflow and process improvements. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong client service experience, relationship-building skills, and an interest in training others. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Service-Specialist-ON/1406629033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Service-Specialist-ON/1406629033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Manager, Strategic Initiatives</h4><p>The Manager, Strategic Initiatives will support Canada Life&#8217;s Health Products team by leading strategy development and execution across key health and wellbeing product initiatives. Reporting to the Director, Health Product Strategy, this role will evaluate market, product, and growth opportunities, build business cases, assess regulatory impacts, manage cross-functional projects, and communicate recommendations to senior stakeholders. This opportunity is ideal for someone with progressive experience in management consulting or corporate strategy, strong analytical and financial modelling skills, and experience in financial services, healthcare, health products, digital transformation, or group benefits. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Manager%2C-Strategic-Initiatives-ON/1407128733/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Manager%2C-Strategic-Initiatives-ON/1407128733/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Jamieson Wellness Inc.  </h2><p>Jamieson Wellness is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, guided by its purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day. Established in 1922, the company is Canada&#8217;s #1 consumer health brand and includes Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is currently hiring for operations and compliance roles that support quality, manufacturing, and health product outcomes. These opportunities are well-suited for candidates with experience in pharmaceutical, health products, manufacturing, quality, or regulated environments. </p><h4>Operations Supervisor </h4><p>The Operations Supervisor will provide leadership and direction to operations personnel across manufacturing and packaging, helping teams meet production schedules safely and cost-effectively. Reporting to the Department Manager, this role includes workforce coordination, production planning, training, compliance with SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices, equipment inspection, issue resolution, documentation, inventory management, and employee performance support. This opportunity is ideal for someone with supervisory experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly tablet compression and coating, and strong knowledge of GMP and WHMIS.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 1, 2026</strong></p><h4>Compliance Manager </h4><p>The Compliance Manager will support Jamieson Wellness&#8217;s Quality Compliance team by helping maintain systems that ensure quality manufacturing for natural health and pharmaceutical products. This 16-month contract role includes qualified person and product release governance, regulatory compliance program ownership, specification lifecycle oversight, supplier qualification, investigations, deviations, CAPA governance, audit readiness, inspection support, and leadership of compliance personnel. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a technical degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, pharmacy, or life sciences, along with experience in pharmaceutical, nutritional, food, or health products manufacturing and strong knowledge of GMP and Canadian regulations.</p><p><strong>Apply by:</strong> June 11, 2026</p><h3>How to Apply </h3><p><strong>All those interested in applying for this Jamieson Wellness opportunities may do so by submitting a resume through LinkedIn or by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com">recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com </a>with the position title in the subject line.</strong></p><div><hr></div><h2>Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG)</h2><p>Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation is hiring for technology and audit roles that support cybersecurity, risk management, governance, and secure operations in a regulated environment. These opportunities are suited for professionals with experience in technology program delivery, IT audit, cybersecurity, compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder management. </p><h4>Senior Technology Program Delivery Manager</h4><p>The Senior Technology Program Delivery Manager will lead enterprise cybersecurity programs and initiatives that strengthen OLG&#8217;s digital resilience, reduce technology risk, and support secure business growth. Reporting to the Director, Program Development &amp; Delivery, this role will oversee the cybersecurity roadmap, embed secure-by-design practices, translate strategy into delivery plans, lead cross-functional cybersecurity initiatives, assess cyber and control risks, and prepare executive-ready reporting. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience delivering technology programs in complex, regulated environments and strong skills in project management, relationship management, business acumen, and change management. </p><p><strong>Apply by: July 5, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Sr-Technology-Program-Delivery-Manager_R26_00466?q=toronto&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Sr-Technology-Program-Delivery-Manager_R26_00466?q=toronto"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior IT Audit Specialist</h4><p>The Senior IT Audit Specialist will execute audit and consulting assignments aligned with OLG&#8217;s internal audit standards and Institute of Internal Auditors standards. This 12-month contract role includes supporting audit planning, collecting and analyzing information, executing test plans, documenting evidence, drafting audit reports, managing stakeholder updates, and contributing to improvements in audit methodology and risk control practices. This opportunity is ideal for someone with IT audit experience, knowledge of technology, infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud principles, and frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, COSO, and IIA Standards.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 7, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-IT-Audit-Specialist--12-months-contract-_R26_00448?q=toronto&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-IT-Audit-Specialist--12-months-contract-_R26_00448?q=toronto"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies. The company&#8217;s local product team in Canada builds and scales capabilities across Advanced TV, Commerce, Omni-channel, and Social, working with teams across the business and external data providers to turn market needs into products that can be launched, improved, and adopted.</p><p>MiQ is currently hiring in Toronto for product and solutions roles that combine digital media, analytics, technology, and client-facing strategy.</p><h4>Product Manager</h4><p>The Product Manager will help build and scale MiQ&#8217;s core product capabilities in Canada across areas such as Advanced TV, Commerce, Omni-channel, and Social. This role includes gathering product requirements from stakeholders and clients, owning product ideation, technical development, launch and adoption, partnering with engineering, data science and analytics teams, building product roadmaps, defining KPIs, and supporting sales enablement. This opportunity is ideal for someone with programmatic or digital media experience, knowledge of the advertising technology ecosystem, and experience working with technical teams.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Solutions Engineer</h4><p>The Senior Solutions Engineer will support MiQ&#8217;s analytics business by helping commercial teams communicate and deliver media, analytics, and technology solutions to clients. This role includes scoping client analytics opportunities, creating custom proposals, building dashboards and client-ready materials, working with Data Science, Analysts and Engineering, managing projects end-to-end, and translating client needs into inputs for product and solutions roadmaps. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in programmatic media, digital marketing, or analytics, along with technical skills in SQL, Python, Tableau, cloud computing, and technical storytelling.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Senior-Solutions-Engineer_JR100249&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Senior-Solutions-Engineer_JR100249"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Purolator</h2><p>For more than 60 years, Purolator has been Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses and communities stay connected across the country. Powered by its people, the company is committed to delivering exceptional service while investing in employee growth, well-being, and career development.</p><p>Purolator is currently hiring across retail operations, sales, and enterprise change management. These opportunities are ideal for professionals looking to make an impact in customer experience, business growth, and organizational transformation. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Manager, Retail Regional</h4><p>The Manager, Retail Regional will oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple retail locations across the North York region, including Vaughan, Brickyard, and NHO, while ensuring stores operate according to national standards. This role includes leading staffing and recruitment, talent development, budget management, operational reporting, KPI tracking, store audits, and supporting retail teams across multiple sites. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced people leader who enjoys managing multi-site operations, developing high-performing teams, and delivering consistent customer and operational excellence.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/North-York-Manager-Retail-Regional-ON-M3B-2S9/1401774200/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/North-York-Manager-Retail-Regional-ON-M3B-2S9/1401774200/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior SMB Sales Professional</h4><p>The Senior SMB Sales Professional will develop and grow new and existing business within an assigned territory by building relationships with small and medium-sized businesses. This role includes generating new business opportunities, managing a portfolio of accounts, developing account strategies, preparing sales forecasts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and working with senior decision-makers to deliver customer-focused logistics solutions. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced B2B sales professional with a strong track record in business development, account management, and relationship building.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-SMB-Sales-Professional-ON-L5N-0E1/1393033600/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-SMB-Sales-Professional-ON-L5N-0E1/1393033600/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Change Management Manager</h3><p>The Change Management Manager will support the successful adoption of enterprise-wide business initiatives by applying structured change management practices across projects and programs. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Enterprise Change, this role includes stakeholder and readiness assessments, change planning, communications, training, employee engagement, workshop facilitation, and measuring adoption and organizational readiness. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience delivering change management initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams, and helping organizations successfully navigate transformation.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Change-Management-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1399358600/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Change-Management-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1399358600/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>CBC/Radio-Canada  </h2><p>At CBC/Radio-Canada, teams across the country create content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians on television, radio, digital, and streaming platforms. Guided by values of creativity, integrity, inclusiveness, and relevance, CBC continues to tell stories that reflect the diverse communities it serves.</p><p>CBC is currently hiring across executive administration, communications and marketing, and information security. These opportunities offer the chance to contribute to Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster while working in collaborative, fast-paced environments. </p><p><strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Administrative Assistant, Office of the General Manager, Entertainment</h4><p>The Administrative Assistant will provide executive support to the Office of the General Manager, Entertainment, managing a wide range of administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. This role includes calendar and schedule management, coordinating confidential communications and presentations, managing Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) requests, conducting research, and serving as a key point of contact for senior leaders, producers, writers, directors, and other external stakeholders. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced executive assistant who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys supporting senior leadership.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 7, 2026</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Administrative-Assistant--Office-of-General-Manager--Entertainment_JR00008228&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Administrative-Assistant--Office-of-General-Manager--Entertainment_JR00008228"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h3>Senior Communications and Marketing Specialist (CBC News, Ontario)</h3><p>CBC News is looking for a Senior Communications and Marketing Specialist to help strengthen connections with audiences across the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area and Ontario. This 12-month opportunity includes developing integrated marketing campaigns, leading community engagement initiatives, managing social media strategies, promoting CBC programming across digital, radio, and television platforms, and building relationships with community partners and stakeholders. This role is ideal for an experienced communications or marketing professional who is passionate about storytelling, audience engagement, and connecting with diverse communities.</p><p><strong>Apply by: June 26, 2026</strong> </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Communication-and-Marketing-Specialist---CBC-News--Ontario---English-Services---On-site-_JR00008087-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Communication-and-Marketing-Specialist---CBC-News--Ontario---English-Services---On-site-_JR00008087-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Lead Analyst, Information Security (Technology &amp; Infrastructure)</h4><p>The Lead Analyst, Information Security will serve as the subject matter expert for network security within CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s Technology &amp; Infrastructure team. This role includes leading network security assessments, advising on cybersecurity strategy, supporting secure technology design, coordinating security initiatives across teams, and ensuring compliance with internal and external security requirements. This opportunity is ideal for an information security professional with experience in network security, cloud environments, risk assessment, and security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, and ITIL.</p><p><strong>Apply by: July 3, 2026 </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Lead-Analyst--Information-Security--T---I---Telework-Hybrid-_JR00007972&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Lead-Analyst--Information-Security--T---I---Telework-Hybrid-_JR00007972"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Since 1982, Great Canadian Entertainment has grown into one of Canada&#8217;s largest gaming, entertainment, and hospitality companies, operating 25 properties across Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick. The company is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering an inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to learn, innovate, and grow.</p><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is currently hiring for leadership opportunities in compliance and human resources, supporting operations across Ontario.</p><h4>Director, Compliance &#8211; Ontario West</h4><p>The Director, Compliance &#8211; Ontario West will lead the operational delivery of Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) programs across multiple Ontario properties. Reporting to the Vice President, Compliance, this leadership role includes overseeing regulatory compliance, AML reporting, audits, policy development, regulator relationships, supplier oversight, and leading Compliance Officers and AML Reporting Coordinators. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced compliance leader with knowledge of gaming regulations, anti-money laundering legislation, and program management within highly regulated environments. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)</h4><p>Pickering Casino Resort is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide strategic HR guidance across a broad range of people practices, including labour relations, performance management, employee development, attendance management, health and safety, and workforce planning. Working closely with operational leaders, this role also supports collective agreement interpretation, employee relations, training initiatives, and organizational culture. This opportunity is ideal for an HR professional with experience in unionized environments who enjoys partnering with leaders to build engaged, high-performing teams.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8234/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8234/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Whiteboard Collective </h2><p>Whiteboard Collective is hiring a <strong>Customer Support Specialist</strong> on behalf of one of its partner companies. This is a full-time, fully in-office opportunity based near Yonge &amp; Eglinton in Toronto. The role pays <strong>$21/hour</strong> and requires candidates to have <strong>24/7 availability</strong>, including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. Following training, weekend schedules are not guaranteed.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have at least <strong>two years of customer service experience</strong>, or previous experience in a customer-facing leadership role such as a <strong>Supervisor</strong> or <strong>Team Lead</strong>. This opportunity is well suited for customer service professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are looking to build their career in customer support.</p><h3>How to Apply </h3><p><strong>All those interested in applying for this opportunity may do so by submitting a resume by emailing <a href="mailto:shenali@whiteboardcollective.com">shenali@whiteboardcollective.com</a> with the position title in the subject line. </strong></p><div><hr></div><p><em>Thank you to all of BTI&#8217;s corporate partners and members for continuing to invest in equitable access to career opportunities and supporting Black talent across industries.</em></p><p><em>We encourage community members to apply, share these opportunities within their networks, and stay connected with BTI for future career development programming, mentorship opportunities, and events.</em></p><p><em>To learn more about BTI and upcoming opportunities, visit:<br><a href="http://www.blacktalentinitiative.network/">www.blacktalentinitiative.network</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Happening in Our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[A roundup of upcoming BTI events, community gatherings, and meaningful opportunities this June.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-090</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community-090</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:24:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!sv0T!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F13e7a8b6-9862-4a97-8bec-9616e74b60ee_1920x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Upcoming BTI Events &amp; Initiatives</strong></h2><h3><strong>Juneteenth 2026: Support the Movement</strong></h3><p>Juneteenth commemorates a significant moment in history and reminds us of the ongoing work needed to advance equity, opportunity, and justice for Black communities.</p><p>If you are unable to attend Juneteenth 2026 in person, you can still support the work by making a donation to BTI. 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Each week, we come together for insightful discussions, community updates, and inspiring guest speakers. &#127775;</p><p><strong>&#128197; Date: </strong>Friday, June 26, 2026<strong><br>&#128340; Time: </strong>12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EST</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://luma.com/bti_fridaymeetups&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Register Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://luma.com/bti_fridaymeetups"><span>Register Here</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Community Events &amp; Initiatives</strong></h2><h3><strong>Canadian Women &amp; Sport Board Opportunity</strong></h3><p>Canadian Women &amp; Sport is seeking experienced, values-driven leaders from across Canada to join its volunteer Board of Directors and help shape the future of sport in Canada.</p><p>For over 45 years, Canadian Women &amp; Sport has worked to advance gender equity and inclusion in sport, physical activity, and recreation. This Board opportunity is a chance to contribute at a strategic and governance level, supporting work that helps women and girls thrive in and through sport.</p><p>The Nominations Committee is especially seeking candidates with experience in finance, philanthropy, non-profit or charitable sport leadership, grassroots sport, strategy, and strategic planning. Applicants of any gender are welcome, with priority given to candidates outside Ontario, bilingual candidates, and individuals from equity-deserving communities.</p><p>Applications are open until <strong>June 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://womenandsport.ca/boardnoms2026&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Apply Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://womenandsport.ca/boardnoms2026"><span>Apply Here</span></a></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://femmesetsport.ca/boardnoms2026&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;French Application&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://femmesetsport.ca/boardnoms2026"><span>French Application</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Canada Games Council Board of Directors Opportunity</strong></h3><p>The Canada Games Council is seeking energetic, passionate, and visionary leaders to join its Board of Directors and help shape the future of the Canada Games Movement.</p><p>The Canada Games are the country&#8217;s largest amateur multi-sport event and one of the most inclusive sporting events in the world, bringing together more than 2,500 athletes from across provinces and territories to compete, connect, and reach their full potential. To learn more about the Canada Games and the Board of Directors opportunity, review the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yjpeq_CuJeBMa1gJoW1UWljzVjClsP0Q/view">CGC Director&#8217;s Brief.</a></p><p>This volunteer Board opportunity is ideal for leaders who want to contribute at a strategic governance level and support a national sport movement that empowers young athletes across Canada.</p><p>The Council is especially seeking candidates with experience in revenue generation and philanthropy, sport technical and NSO governance, government relations and advocacy, digital innovation and security, and strategic communications. Candidates who bring diverse lived experiences, linguistic duality, and geographic representation are also encouraged to apply.</p><p>Applications are open until <strong>June 30, 2026 at midnight EST.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9IlV1VDCRS23m_manJRG9R_Lx4fv3JKIEu38FTqDhXva4QQ/viewform&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Apply Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9IlV1VDCRS23m_manJRG9R_Lx4fv3JKIEu38FTqDhXva4QQ/viewform"><span>Apply Here</span></a></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://docs.google.com/document/d/17y5zcsACDnKpSHWc9WhWZZHOVq8wZqfxZV6si6a26yw/edit?tab=t.0&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;French Application&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/17y5zcsACDnKpSHWc9WhWZZHOVq8wZqfxZV6si6a26yw/edit?tab=t.0"><span>French Application</span></a></p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[BTI Job Board Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[June 11, 2026]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-cd8</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-cd8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:18:30 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide. </p><p>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. <strong>Explore their current career opportunities <a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Senior Solutions Engineer</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Senior Solutions Engineer</strong> will support MiQ&#8217;s media, analytics, and technology solutions by working with sales, account teams, data science, and engineering. This role is ideal for someone with experience in programmatic media, digital marketing, analytics, and technical storytelling.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Senior-Solutions-Engineer_JR100249&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Senior-Solutions-Engineer_JR100249"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Account Executive</h4><p>The <strong>Account Executive</strong> will support MiQ&#8217;s account management team with campaign coordination, client service, reporting, troubleshooting, and finance administration. This role is ideal for someone with client-facing or customer service experience who is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in media, advertising, campaign activation, and account management.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming (OLG)</h2><p>OLG is committed to delivering gaming entertainment that maximizes economic benefits for the people of Ontario in an efficient and socially responsible manner.</p><p>OLG continues to grow its teams across strategy, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. <strong>Visit their careers page <a href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers">here</a> to explore additional opportunities and learn more about the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4>Enterprise Strategy Advisor (Manager)</h4><p>The <strong>Enterprise Strategy Advisor</strong> will support OLG&#8217;s enterprise-wide strategic initiatives through research, analysis, corporate planning, market intelligence, and advisory projects. This role is ideal for someone with experience in corporate strategy, consulting, or business analysis who is comfortable working with senior leaders, solving complex problems, and supporting long-term strategy development.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Enterprise-Strategy-Advisor--Manager-_R26_00412&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Enterprise-Strategy-Advisor--Manager-_R26_00412"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Building Planning Manager</h4><p>The <strong>Building Planning Manager</strong> will lead OLG&#8217;s corporate space planning, workplace design, and portfolio optimization to support evolving business needs. This role is ideal for someone with experience in commercial office interior design, space planning, workplace strategy, and stakeholder management who enjoys creating functional, forward-thinking workplace environments.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Building-Planning-Manager_R26_00436&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Building-Planning-Manager_R26_00436"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Prize Claim Specialist</h4><p>The <strong>Senior Prize Claim Specialist</strong> will investigate major and suspicious prize claims to help ensure compliance, protect claim integrity, and support a strong customer experience. This role is ideal for someone with experience in investigations, interviews, report writing, customer service, and compliance who is detail-oriented and comfortable working with sensitive information.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Prize-Claim-Specialist_R26_00438&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Prize-Claim-Specialist_R26_00438"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Jamieson Wellness</h2><p>Jamieson Wellness Inc. is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, driven by a purpose to inspire better lives, every day. Jamieson Wellness is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is actively hiring across multiple departments as they continue to grow their innovative and purpose-driven team. <strong>Browse their current opportunities <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4421212192&amp;f_C=11360384%2C46748%2C9476356&amp;geoId=92000000&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4404481099%2C4410764780%2C4404488024%2C4413174148%2C4408047571%2C4412134175%2C4406397677%2C4403896616%2C4404853717">here </a>and explore several featured positions below:</strong></p><h4>Production Manager </h4><p>The Production Manager will oversee Manufacturing and Packaging operations, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining strong standards for safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance. This role is ideal for experienced manufacturing leaders who are passionate about team development, continuous improvement, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Scarborough, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> June 15, 2026</p><h4>Quality Control Technologist (Micro)</h4><p>The <strong>Quality Control Technologist (Micro)</strong> will support microbiological testing and quality control activities for raw materials, finished products, packaging components, water samples, and environmental monitoring programs. This role is ideal for someone with a background in microbiological or biological sciences who is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a lab environment, and committed to maintaining strong quality, safety, GMP, and documentation standards.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Windsor, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> June 12, 2026</p><h4>Quality Control Technologist</h4><p>The <strong>Quality Control Technologist</strong> will support quality control testing to ensure Jamieson products meet required chemical, physical, and bacteriological standards before use, sale, or supply. This role is ideal for someone with a background in chemistry, biology, or a related science who is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a laboratory environment, and committed to maintaining strong quality, safety, GMP, and documentation standards.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Windsor, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> June 12, 2026</p><h4>Compliance Manager</h4><p>The <strong>Compliance Manager</strong> will support quality manufacturing and regulatory compliance for natural health, pharmaceutical, food, and health products. This role is ideal for someone with experience in GMP, quality systems, supplier compliance, investigations, audits, and product release governance who is ready to lead compliance programs and support quality standards across multiple sites.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Windsor, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> June 11, 2026</p><h4>Canada BU Coordinator &amp; Executive Assistant</h4><p>The <strong>Canada BU Coordinator &amp; Executive Assistant</strong> will provide high-level operational and administrative support to Jamieson Wellness&#8217; Canada Business Unit. This role is ideal for someone with strong coordination or executive assistant experience who is highly organized, professional, and comfortable supporting senior leaders, managing communications, planning events, coordinating onboarding, and helping keep a fast-paced team connected and running smoothly.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Toronto/Mississauga</p><h3>How to Apply</h3><p>All those interested in applying for these Jamieson Wellness opportunities may do so by submitting a resume to <a href="mailto:recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com">recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com</a> or through <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4421212192&amp;f_C=11360384%2C46748%2C9476356&amp;geoId=92000000&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4404481099%2C4410764780%2C4404488024%2C4413174148%2C4408047571%2C4412134175%2C4406397677%2C4403896616%2C4404853717">LinkedIn</a> by the closing date noted above for each role. Please include the position title in the email subject line when applying by email.</p><div><hr></div><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. <strong>Learn more about their current openings <a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</strong></p><h4>Director HR Business Partner - Wealth</h4><p>The <strong>Director, HR Business Partner - Wealth</strong> will provide strategic HR support to senior Wealth and Advice leaders, helping shape people strategies that support business growth, transformation, talent planning, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. This role is ideal for an experienced HR business partner with strong executive advisory, employee relations, change management, and people leadership experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Director-HR-Business-Partner-Wealth-ON/1403062533/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Director-HR-Business-Partner-Wealth-ON/1403062533/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Manager, Operations Strategy &amp; Performance</h4><p>The <strong>Manager, Operations Strategy &amp; Performance</strong> will support the execution of Canada Life&#8217;s operations and business enablement strategy through planning, reporting, performance insights, and leadership updates. This role is ideal for someone with experience in strategy execution, performance reporting, stakeholder management, and turning complex priorities into clear plans and actionable outcomes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Manager%2C-Operations-Strategy-&amp;-Performance-ON/1402600033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Manager%2C-Operations-Strategy-&amp;-Performance-ON/1402600033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Associate Project Manager</h4><p>The <strong>Associate Project Manager</strong> will support Canada Life&#8217;s Technology Project Management Office by coordinating project documentation, reporting, budgeting, schedules, risks, and stakeholder updates. This role is ideal for someone with project coordination experience who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable supporting project governance, tools, dashboards, and delivery of low-risk projects.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Associate-Project-Manager-ON/1402558033/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Associate-Project-Manager-ON/1402558033/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Interac</strong></h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Strategy Lead</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Strategy, Lead</strong> will support Interac&#8217;s corporate strategy through strategic analysis, business cases, market insights, financial modeling, and stakeholder recommendations. This role is ideal for someone with experience in consulting, strategy, operations, or chief of staff work who is comfortable turning complex trends and data into clear, actionable insights.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Strategy--Lead_REQ-2228&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Strategy--Lead_REQ-2228"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Product Intern, Money Movement</h4><p>The <strong>Product Intern, Money Movement</strong> will support Interac&#8217;s product team with research, roadmap activities, stakeholder coordination, data analysis, and product insights. This role is ideal for a student interested in payments, product management, strategy, and data who is eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to the future of digital finance.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Intern--Money-Movement_REQ-2240&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Product-Intern--Money-Movement_REQ-2240"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>IT Change Management, Senior Analyst</h4><p>The <strong>IT Change Management, Senior Analyst</strong> will support Interac&#8217;s enterprise change management practice by assessing, planning, governing, and reviewing technology changes across production and pre-production environments. This role is ideal for someone with ITSM and change management experience who is detail-oriented, risk-aware, and comfortable working across technical teams, vendors, partners, and senior stakeholders.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/IT-Change-Management--Senior-Analyst_REQ-2241&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/IT-Change-Management--Senior-Analyst_REQ-2241"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><p></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.<strong> Check out their current openings <a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a>and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Technical Coordinator, Surveillance Projects</h4><p>The <strong>Technical Coordinator, Surveillance Projects</strong> will support surveillance projects through project tracking, coordination, reporting, budgeting, stakeholder communication, and technical documentation. This role is ideal for someone with surveillance technical experience and project coordination skills who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with internal teams, contractors, regulators, and technical systems.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, ON</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8757/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8757/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity</h4><p>The <strong>Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity</strong> will support Great Canadian Entertainment&#8217;s security operations through threat monitoring, incident response, cybersecurity tool management, vulnerability scanning, and reporting. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on cybersecurity operations experience who is skilled in SIEM, EDR, incident response, risk analysis, and working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> North York, ON</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8740/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8740/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Director, Compliance - OGGTA</h4><p>The <strong>Director, Compliance - OGGTA</strong> will lead compliance and AML program operations across Ontario WEST sites, including policy development, audits, monitoring, regulatory support, and team leadership. This role is ideal for someone with strong compliance, AML, gaming regulation, and people leadership experience who can manage risk, support regulatory partnerships, and strengthen compliance practices across multiple locations.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> North York, ON</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8739/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>CBC</strong></h2><p>CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster, creating content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms.</p><p>CBC is currently hiring across a variety of areas including media, communications, technology, finance, human resources, and content production. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Supervisory Lead Developer - Account Experiences</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Supervisory Lead Developer - Account Experiences</strong> will lead a cross-platform development team focused on creating more personalized audience experiences across CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s web, Android, and iOS applications. 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This role is ideal for someone with experience in digital product ownership, video streaming, Agile delivery, backlog management, and creating accessible, engaging user experiences.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Product-Owner--Digital-Development--English-Services---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008051-1?locations=3f4a90eeb5b710011e3d322d3b420000&amp;locations=03bdda4eacc6100158d57dfb473f0000&amp;locations=0089facf94951001026f75f7f9fb0000&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Product-Owner--Digital-Development--English-Services---Hybrid-Telework-_JR00008051-1?locations=3f4a90eeb5b710011e3d322d3b420000&amp;locations=03bdda4eacc6100158d57dfb473f0000&amp;locations=0089facf94951001026f75f7f9fb0000"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Purolator</strong></h2><p>Purolator is Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses, customers, and communities stay connected through reliable delivery and logistics solutions.</p><p>Purolator is continuing to grow across corporate and operational functions and is currently hiring for opportunities within finance, logistics, operations, and business support. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Manager, Retail Regional</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Manager, Retail Regional</strong> will oversee day-to-day retail operations across multiple locations in Manitoba, supporting store performance, staffing, employee engagement, training, budgets, reporting, and brand standards. This role is ideal for someone with people management experience, strong operational leadership skills, financial acumen, and the ability to travel regularly across retail locations.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Winnipeg-Manager-Retail-Regional-MB-R3H-1C9/1398149700/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Winnipeg-Manager-Retail-Regional-MB-R3H-1C9/1398149700/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4><strong>Sourcing Manager</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Sourcing Manager</strong> will lead strategic procurement initiatives within Purolator&#8217;s Information Technology category, including RFPs, supplier negotiations, procurement analysis, agreements, and stakeholder relationships. This role is ideal for someone with senior procurement experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage complex sourcing projects in a fast-paced environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Sourcing-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1392520700/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Sourcing-Manager-ON-L5N-0E1/1392520700/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4><strong>Sales Account Executive</strong></h4><p>The <strong>Sales Account Executive</strong> will manage B2B customer relationships, drive revenue growth, negotiate contracts, and develop strategic solutions across Purolator&#8217;s lines of business. This role is ideal for someone with strong sales experience, CRM knowledge, consultative selling skills, and the ability to manage client portfolios, pipelines, and revenue targets.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-Sales-Account-Executive-ON-L4K-5N1/1397241200/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Vaughan-Sales-Account-Executive-ON-L4K-5N1/1397241200/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>Thank you to all of BTI&#8217;s corporate partners and members for continuing to invest in equitable access to career opportunities and supporting Black talent across industries.</em></p><p><em>We encourage community members to apply, share these opportunities within their networks, and stay connected with BTI for future career development programming, mentorship opportunities, and events.</em></p><p><em>To learn more about BTI and upcoming opportunities, visit:<br><a href="http://www.blacktalentinitiative.network/">www.blacktalentinitiative.network</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juneteenth 2026: Still We Rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[A celebration of freedom, resilience, culture, and community]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/juneteenth-2026-still-we-rise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/juneteenth-2026-still-we-rise</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:40:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OZk5!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F506c7020-1077-4b89-acf2-08305a7d015a_1536x1024.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>The Meaning of Juneteenth in Canada</h3><p>Juneteenth commemorates the day the last large group of enslaved African Americans learned they were finally free from slavery. While rooted in U.S. history, its meaning reaches across borders.</p><p>For Black communities in Canada, Juneteenth is a powerful moment to reflect on our shared histories. Thousands of Black people came to Canada seeking freedom, safety, and opportunity, including those who escaped slavery through the Underground Railroad. Their stories are part of Canada&#8217;s history too.</p><p>Juneteenth reminds us that freedom has never been given freely. 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Connect. Celebrate.</h3><p>The Black Talent Initiative is excited to welcome you to <strong>Juneteenth 2026: Still We Rise</strong> on <strong>Thursday, June 18, 2026</strong>, at <strong>MH3 Collective in Toronto</strong>.</p><p>Join community members, professionals, partners, allies, and changemakers for an inspiring evening of reflection, culture, storytelling, and connection as we honour freedom, celebrate resilience, and come together in community.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 5:00&#8211;8:00 PM ET</strong><br>&#128205; <strong>MH3 Collective &#8212; 366 Adelaide St. W, Toronto, ON, M5V 1R9</strong><br>&#127903;&#65039; <strong>Suggested minimum donation: $25 CAD</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;REGISTER HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth"><span>REGISTER HERE</span></a></p><h3>&#127775; Our Theme: Still We Rise</h3><p>This year&#8217;s theme, <strong>Still We Rise</strong>, honours Black resilience, the generations who carried freedom forward, and the power we hold today through our joy, presence, and dreams.</p><p>Like the sun, we rise &#8212; steady and unstoppable. Together, we rise with purpose, clarity, and conviction.</p><div><hr></div><h2>What to Expect: Lineup, Performances, and Community</h2><p>Juneteenth 2026 will create space to honour the past, celebrate the present, and imagine a more inclusive and equitable future together.</p><p>Guests can expect storytelling, cultural performances, meaningful conversations, refreshments, and intentional community-building.</p><div><hr></div><h3>&#127908; The Lineup</h3><p>We are honoured to welcome:</p><p>Morgan Campbell<br>Trillium Book Award Finalist and Author of <em>My Fighting Family</em></p><p>Karen Carrington<br>Mental Health Advocate and Award-Winning Author</p><p>Randell Adjei<br>Executive Director, R.I.S.E Edutainment</p><p>Rachel Aarons<br>Manager of Strategic Partnerships and Development, Black Talent Initiative</p><p>Lushwana Anderson-Stewart<br>Director of Strategic Growth &amp; Operations, Black Talent Initiative</p><p>Jean-Paul Mohammed &#8220;Ras Goundation&#8221;<br>Master Drummer, 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y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><div><hr></div><h3>A Fundraising Event in Support of Black Talent</h3><p>Juneteenth 2026 is a fundraising event, with a suggested minimum donation of <strong>$25 CAD</strong>. Every dollar raised supports BTI initiatives that create opportunities, build community, and fuel Black talent across sectors.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;LEARN MORE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth"><span>LEARN MORE</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Happening in Our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[A roundup of upcoming BTI events, community gatherings, and meaningful opportunities this June.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/whats-happening-in-our-community</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:34:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Izr_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-437e-9518-adb32be77984.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feaa9a7c0-a200-456c-99f8-d9a4cef46e36_150x150.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Upcoming BTI Events &amp; Initiatives</strong></h2><h3>Black Senior Leaders Scholarship &#8211; Deadline Extended</h3><p>The application deadline for the <strong>2026 Black Senior Leaders Scholarship</strong> has been extended to <strong>Wednesday, June 10 at 11:59 PM</strong>.</p><p>Delivered in partnership with <strong>PEO Leadership | Innovators Alliance</strong>, this scholarship is designed to support Black senior leaders who are looking to expand their impact, strengthen their leadership effectiveness, and navigate the next stage of their professional growth.</p><p>Recipients gain access to a transformative leadership development experience that includes executive coaching, leadership development programming, peer advisory groups, and a network of senior executives across industries.</p><p>If you are leading teams, functions, or strategic initiatives and are committed to investing in your long-term leadership journey, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><strong>New Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 10 at 11:59 PM</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://airtable.com/app7m9GNOTKvaXux4/shrKfitP31K7S8H2L&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY NOW&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://airtable.com/app7m9GNOTKvaXux4/shrKfitP31K7S8H2L"><span>APPLY NOW</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Juneteenth 2026: Still We Rise</strong></h3><p>Juneteenth 2026 brings together community members, professionals, partners, allies, and changemakers for an evening of reflection, culture, dialogue, and connection.</p><p>This gathering honours Juneteenth as a historic moment for Black communities and a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and collective progress.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OZk5!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F506c7020-1077-4b89-acf2-08305a7d015a_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OZk5!, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/w_424, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/q_auto:good, 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Black youth ages 12&#8211;29 are encouraged to sign up for the open mic and share their voice.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-yo-mind-open-mic-showcase-tickets-1990015046574?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnpGdSvItyeAQHp1DPMIUhBIQBr9nxc5FA7hNuZ1E03X393n8M1TvJb0JBnHw_aem_J4fd9kHpMSepWkfn3zriJQ&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=ig&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Register here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-yo-mind-open-mic-showcase-tickets-1990015046574?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnpGdSvItyeAQHp1DPMIUhBIQBr9nxc5FA7hNuZ1E03X393n8M1TvJb0JBnHw_aem_J4fd9kHpMSepWkfn3zriJQ&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=ig"><span>Register here</span></a></p><p>Come celebrate Black creativity. Come connect in community. Come Free Yo&#8217; Mind.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Ancestry Tracing for People of African Descent</strong></h3><p>Understanding our histories can be a powerful act of connection and self-discovery. 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discussions, performances, and celebrations that promote inclusion, visibility, and belonging.</p><p>The festival offers opportunities to connect with diverse communities, support local organizations, and celebrate the strength and resilience of those working to create a more equitable future for all.</p><p>&#128197; <strong>Date:</strong> June 25 &#8211; 28, 2026 | <strong>&#128205; Toronto, ON</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.pridetoronto.com/events/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Learn more&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.pridetoronto.com/events/"><span>Learn more</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[BTI Job Board Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[May 28, 2026]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-56a</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update-56a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:01 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide. </p><p>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. <strong>Explore their current career opportunities <a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Account Executive</strong></h4><p>The Account Executive will support MiQ&#8217;s Account Management team across campaign administration, pre-campaign setup, campaign activation, reporting support, finance 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This role is ideal for early-career client service or sales support professionals who are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a fast-paced marketing intelligence and programmatic media environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Account-Executive_JR100100"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Paid Social Specialist</h4><p>The Paid Social Media Specialist will support the setup, monitoring, optimization, and reporting of paid social campaigns across platforms. 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This role is ideal for experienced product or digital media professionals who understand the AdTech ecosystem, enjoy working with technical and commercial teams, and are passionate about turning market needs into scalable products.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Product-Manager_JR100195"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming (OLG)</h2><p>OLG is committed to delivering gaming entertainment that maximizes economic benefits for the people of Ontario in an efficient and socially responsible manner.</p><p>OLG continues to grow its teams across strategy, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. <strong>Visit their careers page <a href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers">here</a> to explore additional opportunities and learn more about the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4>Digital Business Consultant</h4><p>The Digital Business Consultant will support OLG&#8217;s gaming division by gathering requirements, analyzing business and system needs, creating product lifecycle artifacts, supporting rollout plans, and helping Product Owners deliver digital products aligned with strategic goals. This role is ideal for experienced Business Analysts who are strong in Agile delivery, stakeholder engagement, testing, KPI tracking, and translating complex business needs into effective digital solutions.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Digital-Business-Consultant_R26_00401?locations=d077250173dc01ccc4dda63193010767&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Digital-Business-Consultant_R26_00401?locations=d077250173dc01ccc4dda63193010767"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Contract Coordinator (12 Month Contract)</h4><p>The Enterprise Strategy &amp; Performance Lead (Director) will oversee enterprise-wide strategy initiatives, organizational performance management, and transformation priorities. This opportunity is suited for experienced strategic leaders passionate about operational excellence and business innovation.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Contract-Coordinator_R26_00424?locations=d077250173dc01ccc4dda63193010767&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Contract-Coordinator_R26_00424?locations=d077250173dc01ccc4dda63193010767"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Jamieson Wellness</h2><p>Jamieson Wellness Inc. is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, driven by a purpose to inspire better lives, every day. Jamieson Wellness is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is actively hiring across multiple departments as they continue to grow their innovative and purpose-driven team. <strong>Browse their current opportunities <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4418162090&amp;f_C=11360384%2C46748%2C9476356&amp;geoId=92000000&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4404481099%2C4410764780%2C4404488024%2C4413174148%2C4408047571%2C4412134175%2C4406397677%2C4403896616%2C4404853717">here </a>and explore several featured positions below:</strong></p><h4>Health, Safety, and Environment Advisor</h4><p>The Health, Safety and Environment Advisor will support the growth and maintenance of Jamieson Wellness&#8217;s HSE program, including incident investigations, workers&#8217; compensation claims, hazard assessments, compliance, safety training, emergency preparedness, and HSE documentation across Windsor sites. This role is ideal for experienced HSE professionals who are passionate about building a strong safety culture, supporting regulatory compliance, and partnering with employees and leaders in a manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Windsor, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> June 5, 2026</p><h3>How to Apply</h3><p>All those interested in applying for this Jamieson Wellness opportunities may do so by submitting a resume through LinkedIn or by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com">recruitment@jamiesonlabs.com </a>with the position title in the subject line.</p><div><hr></div><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. <strong>Learn more about their current openings <a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</strong></p><h4>Wealth Advisor</h4><p>The Wealth Advisor will deliver personalized wealth management solutions, develop long-term client relationships, conduct regular client meetings, and educate clients on IPC&#8217;s products, services, and value proposition. This role is ideal for entrepreneurial wealth management professionals with financial services experience, strong relationship-building skills, required licensing, and a passion for helping clients work toward their long-term financial goals.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Wealth-Advisor-ON/1394195233/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Wealth-Advisor-ON/1394195233/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Manager, Product Marketing</h4><p>The Manager, Product Marketing will lead product marketing strategy and execution for Canada Life&#8217;s Workplace Benefits &amp; Retirement business, including go-to-market planning, positioning, messaging, campaign strategy, performance optimization, and team development. This role is ideal for experienced marketing leaders who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, translate complex products into clear customer-focused messaging, and lead high-impact initiatives in financial services, insurance, or a regulated industry.</p><h4></h4><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Product-Marketing-ON/1396631633/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager%2C-Product-Marketing-ON/1396631633/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Executive Assistant</h4><p>The Executive Assistant will provide senior-level administrative and operational support to leaders within Great-West Corporate Taxation, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, travel and expense support, filing systems, workflow tracking, and tax-related administration. This role is ideal for highly organized executive support professionals who are detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial or tax-related information, and skilled at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven corporate environment.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-ON/1396847833/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Executive-Assistant-ON/1396847833/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Interac</h2><p>Interac Corp. is one of Canada&#8217;s leading financial technology organizations, helping Canadians transact digitally with confidence through secure payment, money movement, identity verification, and fraud protection services.</p><p>Interac is currently hiring across a range of areas including technology, product, operations, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Interac">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Business Management, Lead </h4><p>The Business Management Lead will coordinate Interac&#8217;s FP&amp;A planning and reporting cycles, managing project timelines, operating calendars, cross-functional alignment, executive communications, and process improvements. This role is ideal for experienced business, strategy, finance transformation, or PMO professionals with strong stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Business-Management--Lead_REQ-2202&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Business-Management--Lead_REQ-2202"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Project Management, Senior Analyst</h4><p>The Project Management Senior Analyst will support Interac&#8217;s project portfolio through planning, reporting, risk tracking, resource analysis, and project documentation. This role is ideal for organized PMO professionals with strong Agile, Jira, Planview, reporting, and stakeholder coordination skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Project-Management--Senior-Analyst_REQ-2191&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Project-Management--Senior-Analyst_REQ-2191"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Software Developer</h4><p>The Senior Software Developer will build and maintain Interac&#8217;s high-performance payment systems, developing Java-based microservices, APIs, system designs, and database solutions. This role is ideal for experienced Java developers with strong microservices, REST API, database, and agile delivery experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Senior-Software-Developer_REQ-2090&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://interac.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Interac/details/Senior-Software-Developer_REQ-2090"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><p></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Purolator</h2><p>Purolator is Canada&#8217;s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, helping businesses, customers, and communities stay connected through reliable delivery and logistics solutions.</p><p>Purolator is continuing to grow across corporate and operational functions and is currently hiring for opportunities within finance, logistics, operations, and business support. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://careers.purolator.com/?locale=en_US">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Manager Finance Excellence</h4><p>The Manager, Finance Excellence will lead the design, standardization, and continuous improvement of Finance processes across Purolator, with a focus on efficiency, controls, governance, automation, and transformation. This role is ideal for experienced finance operations or finance transformation leaders with strong process improvement, stakeholder management, ERP, and people leadership experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Finance-Excellence-ON-L5N-0E1/1393707100/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Manager-Finance-Excellence-ON-L5N-0E1/1393707100/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior SMB Sales Professional</h4><p>The Senior SMB Sales Professional will develop and manage sales strategies for Purolator&#8217;s small and medium business customers, focusing on new business development, account growth, sales forecasting, and relationship management within an assigned territory. This role is ideal for experienced B2B sales professionals with strong prospecting, CRM, account management, and executive-level relationship-building skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-SMB-Sales-Professional-ON-L5N-0E1/1393033600/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-SMB-Sales-Professional-ON-L5N-0E1/1393033600/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Corporate Sustainability Consultant</h4><p>The Senior Corporate Sustainability Consultant will lead and support sustainability initiatives across Purolator, with a focus on waste diversion, circular economy practices, sustainable sourcing, emissions measurement, reporting, and customer sustainability requests. This role is ideal for experienced sustainability professionals with strong project management, analytical, stakeholder engagement, and environmental reporting experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Corporate-Sustainability-Consultant-ON-L5N-0E1/1386693400/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://careers.purolator.com/job/Mississauga-Senior-Corporate-Sustainability-Consultant-ON-L5N-0E1/1386693400/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>CBC</h2><p>CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada&#8217;s national public broadcaster, creating content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms.</p><p>CBC is currently hiring across a variety of areas including media, communications, technology, finance, human resources, and content production. <strong>Check out their current openings <a href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/">here</a> and featured roles below:</strong></p><h4>Scripted, Director of Development, Drama (English Services) </h4><p>The Scripted Director of Development, Drama will lead the development strategy for CBC&#8217;s scripted drama slate, overseeing new drama projects from pitch evaluation through development and greenlight preparation. This role is ideal for senior creative leaders with strong scripted development, story editing, team management, industry relationship, and talent development experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Director--Content-Development-and-Production_JR00007782&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Director--Content-Development-and-Production_JR00007782"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Senior Developer, Digital Development</h4><p>The Senior Developer, Digital Development will support CBC&#8217;s A/B Testing and Search team by improving search experiences, optimizing search result delivery, refining experimentation workflows, and contributing to CBC.ca&#8217;s digital products and infrastructure. This role is ideal for experienced developers with strong JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, cloud/container, Agile, testing, and CI/CD experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Developer--Digital-Development_JR00007781&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Senior-Developer--Digital-Development_JR00007781"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Director, Office of Operational Excellence (T&amp;I) </h4><p>The Director, Office of Operational Excellence will lead CBC/Radio-Canada&#8217;s new Technology &amp; Infrastructure centre of excellence, driving change management, process optimization, governance, and continuous improvement across major projects and operational workflows. This role is ideal for senior transformation leaders with strong change management, Lean/process improvement, team leadership, bilingual communication, and enterprise-wide stakeholder engagement experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Director--Office-of-Operational-Excellence--T-I---Remote-Hybrid-Work-_JR00007425&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CBC_Radio-Canada_Jobs/details/Director--Office-of-Operational-Excellence--T-I---Remote-Hybrid-Work-_JR00007425"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.<strong> Check out their current openings <a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a>and featured roles below:</strong></p><h3>Human Resources Business Partner</h3><p>The HR Business Partner will provide HR leadership and support across performance management, labour relations, training, attendance, health and safety, disability management, and employee relations. This role is ideal for experienced HR professionals with unionized environment experience, strong advisory skills, and a focus on building a safe, collaborative workplace.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Pickering, ON</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8233/?mode=location&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8233/?mode=location"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>Thank you to all of BTI&#8217;s corporate partners and members for continuing to invest in equitable access to career opportunities and supporting Black talent across industries.</em></p><p><em>We encourage community members to apply, share these opportunities within their networks, and stay connected with BTI for future career development programming, mentorship opportunities, and events.</em></p><p><em>To learn more about BTI and upcoming opportunities, visit:<br><a href="http://www.blacktalentinitiative.network/">www.blacktalentinitiative.network</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[BTI Job Board Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[May 13, 2026]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/bti-job-board-update</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:37:45 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>BTI Corporate Partner Job Opportunities</h1><h2>MiQ</h2><p>MiQ is a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies, combining data science, technology, and human insight to deliver impactful digital advertising campaigns worldwide. </p><p>MiQ is currently expanding its team across a variety of functions within digital media, strategy, and client services. <strong>Explore their current career opportunities <a href="https://www.wearemiq.com/ca/careers">here</a> and discover some of the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4><strong>Sales Administrator</strong></h4><p>The Sales Administrator will support the development and execution of strategic advertising campaigns while partnering closely with sales and client service teams. This role is ideal for candidates interested in media, advertising strategy, campaign planning, and client engagement.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Sales-Planner_JR100237&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Sales-Planner_JR100237"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Paid Social Coordinator</h4><p>The Paid Social Coordinator will support paid social campaign execution, optimization, reporting, and performance analysis across digital platforms. This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about digital marketing, social media, and analytics.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Paid-Social-Coordinator_JR100296&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://miqdigital.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MiQ_Careers/job/Toronto/Paid-Social-Coordinator_JR100296"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming (OLG)</h2><p>OLG is committed to delivering gaming entertainment that maximizes economic benefits for the people of Ontario in an efficient and socially responsible manner.</p><p>OLG continues to grow its teams across strategy, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. <strong>Visit their careers page <a href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers">here</a> to explore additional opportunities and learn more about the featured roles highlighted below:</strong></p><h4>Senior Integrated Marketing Manager (12&#8211;18 Month Contract)</h4><p>The Senior Integrated Marketing Manager will lead integrated marketing campaigns and cross-functional brand initiatives that drive audience engagement and business growth. This role is ideal for a strategic marketing professional with strong leadership and campaign management experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Integrated-Marketing-Manager--12-to-18-Months-_R26_00396&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Senior-Integrated-Marketing-Manager--12-to-18-Months-_R26_00396"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Enterprise Strategy &amp; Performance Lead (Director)</h4><p>The Enterprise Strategy &amp; Performance Lead (Director) will oversee enterprise-wide strategy initiatives, organizational performance management, and transformation priorities. This opportunity is suited for experienced strategic leaders passionate about operational excellence and business innovation.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Enterprise-Strategy---Performance-Lead--Director-_R26_00411-1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://olg.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Enterprise-Strategy---Performance-Lead--Director-_R26_00411-1"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>Jamieson Wellness</h2><p>Jamieson Wellness Inc. is Canada&#8217;s leading health and wellness company, driven by a purpose to inspire better lives, every day. Jamieson Wellness is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.</p><p>Jamieson Wellness is actively hiring across multiple departments as they continue to grow their innovative and purpose-driven team. <strong>Browse their current opportunities <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4404481099&amp;f_C=11360384%2C46748%2C9476356&amp;geoId=92000000&amp;origin=COMPANY_PAGE_JOBS_CLUSTER_EXPANSION&amp;originToLandingJobPostings=4404481099%2C4410764780%2C4404488024%2C4413174148%2C4408047571%2C4412134175%2C4406397677%2C4403896616%2C4404853717">here </a>and explore several featured positions below:</strong></p><h4>Human Resources Generalist</h4><p>The Human Resources Generalist will support a wide range of HR functions including recruitment, labour relations, employee engagement, onboarding, and HR operations within a unionized manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for experienced HR professionals who are passionate about employee experience and workplace culture.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Windsor, ON<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> May 18, 2026</p><h4>Total Rewards Manager (18-Month Contract)</h4><p>The Total Rewards Manager will lead compensation strategy, salary structures, and total rewards programs across Jamieson&#8217;s global workforce. This remote opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in compensation, benefits, analytics, and HR strategy.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Remote, Ontario<br><strong>Application Deadline: </strong>May 14, 2026</p><h4>Microbiology Technologist</h4><p>The Microbiology Technologist will support laboratory operations, microbiological testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance within Jamieson Wellness&#8217; microbiology department. This role is well suited for candidates with a background in microbiology or laboratory sciences.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Windsor, Ontario<br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> May 13, 2026</p><h4>Quality Control Technician (1-Year Contract)</h4><p>The Quality Control Technician will support sampling processes, laboratory activities, and quality control operations within Jamieson Wellness&#8217; microbiology and chemistry labs. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to build experience within laboratory and quality assurance environments.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Windsor, Ontario<br><strong>Application Deadline: </strong>May 13, 2026</p><h3>How to Apply</h3><p>All those interested in applying for these Jamieson Wellness opportunities may do so by submitting a resume to Magdalena Bencze at <a href="mailto:mbencze@jamiesonlabs.com">mbencze@jamiesonlabs.com</a> by the closing date noted above.</p><div><hr></div><h2>Canada Life</h2><p>Canada Life is one of Canada&#8217;s leading insurance, wealth management, and benefits organizations, committed to improving the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians.</p><p>Canada Life is currently recruiting for a variety of opportunities across communications, strategy, operations, and human resources. <strong>Learn more about their current openings <a href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/go/All-Jobs/9170201/?locale=en_US">here </a>and explore some highlighted opportunities below:</strong></p><h4>Manager, Communications, Planning and Reporting</h4><p>The Manager, Communications, Planning and Reporting will support strategic communications initiatives, planning activities, and operational reporting functions. This role is ideal for candidates with strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager-Communications%2C-Planning-and-Reporting-ON/1391520633/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Manager-Communications%2C-Planning-and-Reporting-ON/1391520633/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Director, Operations Strategy &amp; Performance</h4><p>The Director, Operations Strategy &amp; Performance will lead strategic operational initiatives, performance measurement activities, and organizational transformation projects. This opportunity is ideal for senior leaders with strong strategy and operations experience.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Director%2C-Operations-Strategy-&amp;-Performance-ON/1391512233/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/Toronto-Director%2C-Operations-Strategy-&amp;-Performance-ON/1391512233/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h4>Talent Acquisition Advisor, Human Resources</h4><p>The Talent Acquisition Advisor will support recruitment strategy, talent sourcing, and candidate experience initiatives across the organization. This role is ideal for HR professionals passionate about attracting and retaining top talent.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Talent-Acquisition-Advisor%2C-Human-Resources-ON/1388996233/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://jobs.canadalife.com/job/London-Talent-Acquisition-Advisor%2C-Human-Resources-ON/1388996233/"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><h1>BTI Corporate Member Job Opportunities</h1><h2>Great Canadian Entertainment</h2><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is one of Canada&#8217;s leading gaming and hospitality companies, delivering premier entertainment experiences across the country.</p><p>Great Canadian Entertainment is growing across several business areas and is currently hiring for opportunities within communications, operations, hospitality, and corporate services.<strong> Check out their current openings <a href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001">here </a>and featured roles below:</strong></p><h3>Specialist, Human Resources (Systems &amp; Projects) &#8211; Contract</h3><p>The Specialist, Human Resources (Systems &amp; Projects) will support the administration, development, and maintenance of its Oracle HCM Cloud learning management system, CONNECT Learning. This role will support HR systems projects, learning initiatives, reporting, onboarding, talent systems, and user support while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in HR systems, learning management systems, HR operations, and project coordination.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Toronto, ON<br><strong>Contract End Date: </strong>August 2027</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8518?location=Toronto%2C+ON%2C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY. HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8518?location=Toronto%2C+ON%2C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM"><span>APPLY. HERE</span></a></p><h3>Strategic Sourcing Manager</h3><p>The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead sourcing strategy, supplier relationships, procurement initiatives, and category management across key business areas including Marketing, Food &amp; Beverage, and Entertainment. This role is ideal for experienced procurement and supply chain professionals who are passionate about strategy, stakeholder collaboration, operational excellence, and value creation.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Etobicoke, ON or Pickering, ON</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8415?location=Toronto%2C+ON%2C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;APPLY HERE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://elvk.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8415?location=Toronto%2C+ON%2C+Canada&amp;locationId=100000004797599&amp;locationLevel=city&amp;mode=location&amp;radius=25&amp;radiusUnit=KM"><span>APPLY HERE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>Thank you to all of BTI&#8217;s corporate partners and members for continuing to invest in equitable access to career opportunities and supporting Black talent across industries.</em></p><p><em>We encourage community members to apply, share these opportunities within their networks, and stay connected with BTI for future career development programming, mentorship opportunities, and events.</em></p><p><em>To learn more about BTI and upcoming opportunities, visit:<br><a href="http://www.blacktalentinitiative.network/">www.blacktalentinitiative.network</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still We Rise - Join Us for Juneteenth 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reflect. Connect. Celebrate.]]></description><link>https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/still-we-rise-join-us-for-juneteenth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/p/still-we-rise-join-us-for-juneteenth</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Black Talent Initiative]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:29:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ez29!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F04c1ce6a-4760-42b8-8881-f8778d5da8b4_1080x1350.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>There are moments in history that ask us not only to remember, but to rise.</h3><p>This Juneteenth, the Black Talent Initiative (BTI) invites you into one of those moments, because Juneteenth is not simply history. It is living legacy. A reminder of the resilience, brilliance, and enduring power of Black communities across generations.</p><p>Join us for an evening rooted in culture, community, and collective reflection, where storytelling, dialogue, and shared experience come together to honour the past, celebrate the present, and imagine what comes next.</p><p>&#128467;&#65039; <strong>Thursday, June 18, 2026<br></strong>&#128340; <strong>5:00 PM &#8211; 8:00 PM ET<br></strong>&#128205; <strong>MH3 Collective</strong> &#8212; 366 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON</p><div><hr></div><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ez29!, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/w_424, /__u/blacktalentinitiative.substack.com/c_limit, 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Even in the face of challenge, our presence is power. Our joy is resistance. Our dreams are direction.</p><p>Together, we honour where we come from while moving forward with clarity, conviction, and collective strength.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>An Evening Designed for Impact</strong></h3><p>This is more than an event. It is an experience grounded in purpose, connection, and possibility.</p><h3><strong>What to Expect</strong></h3><p><strong>Powerful Conversations<br></strong>Engage with speakers and storytellers exploring the meaning of Juneteenth and why it continues to matter today.</p><p><strong>Culture in Motion<br></strong>Experience performances that celebrate the richness, creativity, and expression of Black culture.</p><p><strong>Community &amp; Connection<br></strong>Build meaningful relationships with changemakers, leaders, advocates, and community members committed to equity and collective progress.</p><p><strong>Reflection &amp; Vision<br></strong>Share space to honour the past, celebrate the present, and imagine the future we are building together.</p><div><hr></div><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4181b42c-b247-4533-a969-6a01d81c3c1f_1024x682.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0be706ee-a2cf-47c3-9239-5462cdf8d5f3_1024x682.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f3b31879-8435-4909-8e75-07bec243e7a2_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a78fbf51-80a5-436e-a3ca-c41ed836eeed_1024x683.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0337286c-4b52-4184-8d01-b42d3dffd4df_1024x682.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9d851ac0-5cd7-45ae-b8b1-617227b131c0_1024x683.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2af107bf-ed94-4e47-bf78-9b19903138c1_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Join Us</strong></h3><p>This event also serves as a fundraiser supporting BTI&#8217;s work to create pathways where Black talent can thrive.</p><p><strong>Suggested minimum donation:</strong> $25 CAD<br><em>(Tax receipts available.)</em></p><p>Every contribution fuels opportunity.<br>Every ticket strengthens community.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Register for Juneteenth Today&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://app.blacktalentinitiative.network/juneteenth"><span>Register for Juneteenth Today</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Be Part of the Moment</strong></h3><p>Come as you are.<br>Bring your story, your energy, your voice.</p><p>Leave inspired, connected, and reminded of what is possible when we rise together.</p><p>We look forward to celebrating with you.</p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>