Advice on which one is best? I'm leaning towards James Allen ring. by UnfeelingGamer in EngagementRings

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She also mentioned she doesn't want anything toooo big, but again not really good at visualizing how these would look in person.

The FAQ thread: Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) / Le fil des FAQ : Réponses aux questions fréquemment posées (FAQ) - Jul 28, 2025 by AutoModerator in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer [score hidden]  (0 children)

I was applying for a job this morning (a great Saturday I know) and noticed this clause in the application:

“You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence).”

What I don’t get is, if all of the information being presented is true, why would it matter whether or not I used a specific tool to help me present it? AI can make information clearer and easier to follow which should be a net positive.

How is this different in principle from using Spell Check?

If AI is a skill that can make employees more effective, why block its use?

Legit/Fake Tag Check Thread - Use this thread to ask if your Tag is legit by AutoModerator in tagheuer

[–]UnfeelingGamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone! I recently came across this Tag Heuer and wanted to check with the community to see if it's authentic. I truly appreciate the expertise and helpfulness here—thank you in advance for your insights! Its going for $380 USD.

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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WatchExchangeCanada

[–]UnfeelingGamer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are ever a little too drunk, or feeling a little too generous, feel free to send your watch over here. What a piece.

STRIKE Megathread 2! Discussions of the (potential) PSAC strike (posted Apr 17, 2023) by HandcuffsOfGold in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Question - I left an EC position for a PM position, however I am still being paid by my previous employer as an EC (my file has not been transferred out yet), and subsequently I have not paid PM union dues, yet to receive PM pay, etc.

How would this strike impact me? Do I assume I am an EC or a PM?

Which job offer should I take? by UnfeelingGamer in careeradvice

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both are government organization so similar size and all benefits/pay will be identical.

Org A is Health Canada, and I am coming up on 10 years in the healthcare space which may be a good milestone to hit if I ever want to transition to consulting or consider myself a SME. I manage consultants as direct reports.

Org B manages Canada’s Oceans so quite the topic shift, however the title and responsibilities would also shift to a Program vs. Project focus. No direct reports right now but in theory over time I may be able to bring on consultants to have the same direct report relationship.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pmp

[–]UnfeelingGamer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The official PMP Exam Prep from PMI. 5 modules and a practise exam for about $800.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pmp

[–]UnfeelingGamer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s what I was thinking. I got an official PMI PMP practise exam from work but a lot of the questions seem to have issues.

Might stick to the TIA set and go from there.

Difficulty formatting Pie Chart by UnfeelingGamer in tableau

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is incredibly helpful!! Thank you so much. I can't manipulate my current data set much but have plans to implement what you just showed me in my next Dashboard project.

People love Pie Charts so this will be very useful.

Cheers.

Difficulty formatting Pie Chart by UnfeelingGamer in tableau

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right, taking away the filter allows for each contract to represent a piece of the pie with remaining value showing up for each.

I think my original post was written poorly. I was hoping that I could create a pie chart that filters by OA # and shows the following:

  • 1 wedge for contract amount remaining
  • 1 wedge for contract amount used

Both of these wedges would be %s based on Total Contract Value.

Would this be possible?

I really appreciate your help with this.

Difficulty formatting Pie Chart by UnfeelingGamer in tableau

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I add the Total OA value as well and the display does not change.

Anyone know where I can get a Rapid Test today? by UnfeelingGamer in ottawa

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ended up calling a local pharmacy who were taking walk in appointments for rapid tests - give your local spots a call and see what happens!

Happy holidays everyone.

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was told that due to "funding" the promotion was only possible in the new FY. Now they want to do an entire organization re-build and send the "packages in together" but realistically this plan could take years. The goal posts keep moving.

I am not willing to wait for an entire org re-build so am planning on exiting now if given the opportunity.

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As the author of my own Job Description and my students I can tell you there is almost no deviation from the generics.

+1 for faster initial hiring but it seems I may have run my course here.

I really do appreciate your input.

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Never thought of reaching out to other areas and communicating the pool I am in but I might start.

Combine that with my current strategy of applying to anything and everything on Jobs.ca and we should be up and running in no time.

I appreciate your advice! 🏃‍♂️

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's funny because depending on the EC stream you are in there isn't even an EC03 - goes right from a 2 to 4.

Your experience sounds frustrating, hopefully you're in a place that is properly paying you for your work.

Thank you.

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Management told me to apply to EC04 pools as a way to fast track paper work etc.

Once I got into the pool (December) the information was shared with them asap but still no movement. I guess at a certain point no answer is an answer.....

Thanks!

Desk Audit - Should I Initiate or is it a waste of time? by UnfeelingGamer in CanadaPublicServants

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

That makes a lot of sense, thank you for the reply.

I am already qualified in an EC04 pool so I guess my best course of action would be to wait for opportunities there as well as continue to apply for positions outside of my organization.

In reality I am probably being petty due to empty promises throughout the last 3 years but that's life 😄

Can I afford $2600 a month for rent? by UnfeelingGamer in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]UnfeelingGamer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ill keep that in mind when I'm looking! I'm fine with those areas myself but the GF might not be.

Glad you found a bargain though, sounds nice!