69% of Canadians Want a Less Painful Job Search — LinkedIn Has an AI Fix

From vague job titles to time-wasting applications, the job hunt is often more draining than empowering. According to new LinkedIn data, 69 per cent of Canadians want a less painful process, and 73 per cent are looking for roles that match their skills — not just their job titles. The message is clear, job seekers want smarter, more personalized support.  

To meet this demand, LinkedIn is rolling out a new AI-powered job search aimed at putting clarity, control, and confidence back in the hands of job seekers.  

Instead of relying on filters or job titles, users can now describe what they want in plain language, and LinkedIn’s AI will interpret intent and deliver more relevant, personalized results. The reality is, people don’t find their ideal jobs by checking boxes like salary, title or location. It starts by expressing what you want, and now, with AI, Canadians can finally turn their aspirations into real opportunities.  

Additional updates now live in Canada: 

  • Hiring Insights: New transparency features show how active and responsive a company is before you apply, so you can move faster and with more confidence.  
  • AI-powered coaching in LinkedIn Learning: All members can now run mock interviews tailored to their goals, while Premium subscribers can build fully customizable scenarios and get actionable feedback.  
  • More ways to upskill: LinkedIn is offering free access to its top 10 AI courses of 2025 through May 31, plus curated job-seeking courses free to all members through June 30.  

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