Category : Search result: December 2025 labour market


Unemployment rises slightly in midwestern Ontario

The unemployment rate in midwestern Ontario has increased slightly, according to recent data. Explore the regional economic shift and its potential implications for the local workforce.

Unemployment rises to 6.8% as labour force grows

Canada's jobless rate edged up to 6.8% in December as more people searched for work. The economy added 8,200 jobs, with gains in healthcare offset by losses in professional services. Read the full analysis.

Canada's unemployment rate rises to 6.8% in December

Canada's unemployment rate increased to 6.8% in December as more people entered the labor force. The economy added 8,300 jobs, a significant slowdown from November. Read the full analysis of the latest Statistics Canada data.

Top In-Demand Jobs in Canada for 2026 Identified

A new forecast highlights the most sought-after professions in Canada for 2026, revealing critical trends in the national labour market. Discover where the opportunities will be.

Calgary Restaurant Owners Jailed for Worker Fraud

Three Calgary restaurant owners receive jail sentences for defrauding temporary foreign workers of $44,000. Justice cites threats of deportation as an aggravating factor. Read the full story.

U.S. Stock Bulls See Slower Gains in 2026 After Rally

Wall Street strategists forecast a more modest 9.2% rise for the S&P 500 in 2026 following three years of double-digit gains. Elevated valuations and election-year history suggest a cautious bull market ahead.

Vancouver home sales lowest in over two decades in 2025

The Metro Vancouver real estate market recorded its fewest annual home sales in more than 20 years during 2025, according to the local real estate board. Explore the data and factors behind the historic slowdown.

TSX Ends 2025 Up 28.3%, December Sees Sector Gains

The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed 2025 with a strong 28.3% gain, advancing 1.05% in December. Financials and materials led gains, while tech and utilities lagged. See the top performers and analyst targets.

Calgary home sales fell 14% in December 2025

The Calgary housing market concluded 2025 with a notable slowdown, as December home sales dropped 14% compared to the previous year. Explore the key figures and market trends for the city.

U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Below 200,000 Last Week

New U.S. jobless benefit applications dropped below 200,000 last week, with layoffs remaining at historically low levels. Explore the latest economic indicators and what they signal for the labour market.

TSX up nearly 80 points, U.S. markets mixed

Canada's S&P/TSX composite index gained nearly 80 points on December 30, 2025, while U.S. stock markets delivered a mixed performance. Get the latest market analysis and insights.

Quebec paramedics to strike on Christmas Eve

Paramedics and ambulance technicians in Quebec will launch a strike on December 24, 2025, impacting emergency services during the holiday season. Learn the details and potential consequences.

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