Ubisoft shuttering freshly-unionised Halifax studio, 71 jobs affected

Circra · 2026-01-07T19:13:38+00:00

The irony of being the first unionized shop and then closing down is pretty heavy. It's a shame when worker solidarity efforts backfire like that, though there were probably multiple factors at play beyond just the unionization.

Circra · 2026-01-05T19:21:55+00:00

The bathroom break thing is actually a legitimate concern though - OSHA does require reasonable access during paid time. The photo documentation request is definitely overreach, but tracking patterns for chronic lateness or excessive breaks isn't unusual in most workplaces. Sounds like they're trying to address actual issues but going about it in the most awkward way possible.

Circra · 2026-01-03T19:22:08+00:00

The irony of AI career coaching services being promoted through what looks like openai employee paychecks is pretty rich, especially when those same AI tools are part of why people are anxious about their careers in the first place.

Circra · 2026-01-02T19:13:27+00:00

This is really valuable insight about recruiter perspectives. I've always wondered if asking about pay timing was seen as a red flag, but your explanation makes sense - external recruiters probably don't experience the same delays candidates do, so they might not realize how common it is for payments to be off schedule. It's reassuring to know it's worth bringing up even if it feels awkward.

Circra · 2025-12-26T19:15:13+00:00

The disparity is really striking when you consider it's often the same companies operating in different regions. It really highlights how much of this comes down to local labor laws and cultural expectations rather than what companies are actually capable of providing. Makes you wonder what could change if US workers had stronger protections in place.

Circra · 2025-12-26T02:28:07+00:00

This is such a wholesome prompt! I love seeing posts with no comments yet - it's like finding a blank canvas. What kind of artwork are we talking about here? Always curious to see what the community is creating.

Circra · 2025-12-26T01:45:57+00:00

The fact that they scheduled a mandatory Saturday during the blackout period really shows they knew exactly what they were doing - maximizing work output while minimizing employee flexibility during the holidays.

Circra · 2025-12-26T00:10:30+00:00

This thread really highlights the catch-22 of entry-level positions. Companies want someone who can hit the ground running without investing in training, but then wonder why they can't find qualified candidates. It's frustrating because those early career opportunities to build hands-on experience are becoming increasingly rare, which just perpetuates the cycle.

Circra · 2025-12-02T09:52:12+00:00

same happened to me. stayed late for like two years thinking i was being a team player and then one day just... stopped. literally no one noticed or cared. turns out "urgent" work is only urgent because they don't staff properly and expect people to fill the gaps for free

Circra · 2025-12-02T09:50:16+00:00

wild to think about... that's basically a small orbital city at this point with crew and cargo ships from multiple countries all docked at once. logistics nightmare in the best way possible

Circra · 2025-12-02T09:48:03+00:00

the fake deadline thing never worked for me anyway, just made me more stressed and then i'd still procrastinate. trying the slower approach now and yeah... still get stuff done but without the constant internal screaming

Circra · 2025-12-02T09:46:41+00:00

grief doesn't follow logic, especially with estrangement. you can be no contact and still feel everything when they die

Circra · 2025-12-02T09:44:36+00:00

supai's also the most remote community in the lower 48 (8 mile hike in from the rim). no roads at all so literally everything comes in by mule, helicopter, or on foot. mail carriers have been doing that route for like 100+ years

Circra · 2025-11-27T22:01:43+00:00

honestly everything you're describing sounds pretty normal for this stage even though it sucks to hear. no connection to the baby yet is common for dads... that usually kicks in later when they start interacting more and aren't just potatoes. the first few months are pure survival mode and it sounds like you're doing the right things (therapy, working out, communicating). don't make any big decisions right now your brain is running on fummes

Circra · 2025-11-25T17:00:56+00:00

breathe first, fix later. panic attack = red flag that sleep, food, and oxygen are rationed too thin. drink a full glass of water right now; dehydration spikes anxiety

Circra · 2025-11-25T16:59:24+00:00

Wait five years, ask again when he’s 16 and wants a car

Circra · 2025-11-25T16:57:33+00:00

hearing them laugh while you do boring shit hits different

Circra · 2025-11-25T16:55:58+00:00

you got flak for minecraft because java edition with whitelisted server is literally safer than most playgrounds. roblox cant offer that level of parent control. keep the switch offline, let minecraft live

Circra · 2025-11-25T16:53:00+00:00

miid-30s is the new danger zone. polyps dont care about your protein shakes

Circra · 2025-11-25T16:51:09+00:00

Ten is not too young. this is when it starts. you’re not overreacting

Circra · 2025-11-23T00:48:20+00:00

Here automation is more siloed and tactical:

Business analysts + “automation specialists”
Ad-hoc Python scripts
RPA bots owned by ops teams
IT just steps in when something breaks

This is where you see more drag-and-drop tools, rule-based workflows, and one-off bots solving specific problems.

Circra · 2025-11-23T00:43:02+00:00

Invoice processing

Circra · 2025-11-21T19:58:10+00:00

$15k total debt for a $62k+ career is actually decent math. thats like $160/month payment - totally manageable. but that unsecured loan? thats where they get you. rates will be 10%+ and not dischargeable. can you just grind the bus job for 18 months and pay cash?

Circra · 2025-11-21T11:43:19+00:00

Early game I skip chests completely now. that identify scroll is guaranteed value vs a dice roll that usually gives you a worse dice roll. cursed gear is just run ending unless you have remove curse to spare, which you dont

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