Author Archives: Yasmin Ranade

BooknBrunch: The ‘Yummy’ Evolution of the Book Club

By Yasmin Ranade
Are book clubs evolving with the adoption of eReaders and limitless online book resources and reviews, not to mention the modernization of the local library? Yes and no, are my findings.

Gen Z Keeps Safe from Webcams

By Yasmin Ranade
HP Inc. released its Webcam Security Survey results this summer to coincide with the release of its ENVY and ENVY 360, both designed with webcam kill switches

The Dropmart Marketplace

By Yasmin Ranade

Dropmart.ca is a Toronto-based startup that reinvents a marketplace with its own item drop-off / pick-up system.

Inclusiveness Means Diverse Ideas and Talents

By Yasmin Ranade
Inclusivity and gender parity is critical for the growth of tech excellence in Canada. Luc Villeneuve, president of Benchmark, is a public and corporate advocate aimed at levelling the tech playing field.

The Side Gig Economy in Canada

By Yasmin Ranade
Many Canadians, especially younger Canadians, are taking on entrepreneurial work in addition to their ‘regular jobs’ as a way to supplement their income. This type of work, also referred to as the gig economy, is indeed becoming more pervasive

The Power of Her Story: Tech Trailblazers

By Yasmin Ranade
The remarkable panel of tech trailblazers shared their unique stories about how they leveraged their talents to move the needle forward for women and tech.

Google Offers Parents Support to Address Safe Internet Use

By Yasmin Ranade
Almost all of Canadian youth aged 15 – 24 access the Internet daily, and the majority of school-aged children use social media. How can parents educate their children – especially tweens and younger – on the dangers of Internet use?