Synopsis:

Have you ever considered contract Project Management opportunities?

For digital professionals exploring independent work, understanding the hiring environment is essential. This session provides a clear overview of Ontario’s digital contracting ecosystem - covering common models, key terminology, and the role of staffing firms - along with practical considerations for navigating contract roles. Learn directly from staffing professionals who support digital talent and contract hiring.

Learning Outcomes:

• Discuss common terminology related to contract engagements
• Learn about key differences between contract work and employment
• Gain an understanding of the contract ecosystem and the associated entities and platforms
• Discuss considerations to determine if contracting is correct for you
• Learn about what to consider when choosing a vendor to work with

PDUs:

1.5 (Business Acumen)

Agenda:

7:00 PM - Welcome and Opening
7:05 PM - Presentation
8:05 PM - Q&A
8:25 PM - Closing Remarks
8:30 PM - Conclude

Registration Deadline:

Registration closes on Wednesday, February 04, 2026 at 6:59 p.m.

Fees:

(Subject to HST)

PMI Toronto Members (login prior to registering): $5.00

Non-Members and Guests: $20.00

Presenter:

Scott Elliott:

Scott Elliott is a senior leader at MNP, serving as Director of Staffing Solutions based in Burlington, Ontario. With over 15 years of experience in human capital strategy and talent acquisition, Scott specializes in building high-performing technical and digital teams for both public and private sector clients.

Scott’s expertise spans staffing augmentation, workforce planning, organizational design, and recruitment for complex digital initiatives, including Digital Advisory, Cybersecurity, Procurement, Change Management, and Managed Services.

Master of Human Resource Management – York University

Graduate Certificate in HR Management – Lambton College

B.A. Political Studies – Queen’s University

Thomas Rigatti:

Thomas Rigatti is a Client Service Director with MNP Digital, based out of Markham, ON. He is a full‑cycle recruitment expert with more than 20 years’ experience as a client executive and business development professional, with deep exposure to the public and municipal sectors across IT staffing, business development, coaching, and procurement lifecycle management. Prior to joining MNP in September 2021, Thomas led the Digitalembrace IT staffing practice serving the Ontario Public Sector. He holds a Diploma in Business Administration from Humber College and works in English and Italian