'Time-off tax' shapes first week back to work
Canadian employees spent nearly 17 hours preparing for and catching up after vacations in 2025, a hidden 'time-off tax' impacting productivity and work-life balance. Learn the details.
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AI as a 'Tireless Assistant,' Not Job Killer, Says Expert
A Canadian manufacturing expert argues AI will augment, not replace, factory jobs in 2026. Learn why fears of widespread automation-driven unemployment may be misplaced.
Edmonton may lose skilled LRT trades if expansion stops
Contractors warn Edmonton's specialized LRT workforce could disperse to other cities if rail expansion stalls after current projects, wasting a decade of investment. Learn about the risks to the city's transit future.
Halifax Water: Watermain Breaks Spike is Seasonal
Halifax Water explains the recent increase in watermain breaks is a normal seasonal occurrence due to freezing and thawing cycles. Learn about the response efforts.
Quebec increases funding for mining institute by $500,000
The Quebec government has increased funding for the Institut national des mines du Québec by $500,000 to bolster workforce training in the critical mining sector. Learn more about the investment.
Public service cuts loom, testing leadership in 2026
As federal workforce adjustment notices go out in January 2026, public service executives face the dual challenge of managing staff anxiety while confronting their own potential job losses. Discover the critical need for clear communication in this high-s
Canada's Economy Needs Investment in People, Not Just Projects
A new study reveals a critical gap in workforce training. As PM Carney pushes for major infrastructure, experts argue investing in 'meta skills' like collaboration is key to economic growth. Read more.
Gov't Disability Hiring Gap Persists: Only 8% of New Hires
A new report shows the Canadian federal government hired people with disabilities at just 8% in 2023-24, well below workforce availability. Advocates call for urgent attitudinal change.
Canadian Hiring Slows in 2026, Skills Gap a Major Hurdle
A new survey reveals Canadian companies are scaling back hiring plans for early 2026, with a growing skills mismatch posing the biggest challenge. Discover the key trends shaping the labour market.
Top federal department blasted for secrecy on layoff numbers
Canada's largest public-sector union accuses the Privy Council Office of hypocrisy for refusing to disclose how many staff received potential layoff notices. Get the full story on the transparency clash.
Career Expert: Generalists Thrive in Fast-Changing World
Diana MacKay discusses why a generalist approach may be the best career strategy for young Canadians facing rapid change and information overload. Learn how to navigate an unpredictable future.
Walmart, U.S. Firms Build Skilled Trades Pipeline
Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
AI Demand Drives Record Data-Centre Dealmaking in 2025
Global data-centre mergers and acquisitions hit a record high, driven by AI's insatiable infrastructure needs. Discover the key drivers and figures behind this unprecedented surge.
Women in B.C. Mining Rise to Over 20% of Workforce
The mining sector in British Columbia is transforming, with female participation jumping from 12% to over 20%. Industry leaders cite diversity as a key business advantage for the future.
New School Trustees Aim to Prepare Students for Future Jobs
Newly appointed public school board trustees in Windsor-Essex, including an auto industry executive, aim to bridge the gap between education and the evolving workforce, as the board tackles a $6.4M deficit. Learn about their plans.
Fanshawe College offers voluntary exit to full-time staff
Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, has initiated a voluntary exit program for its full-time employees. Learn about the details and potential impacts on the institution.
Federal job cut notifications to start in January
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
400 jobs cut at Natural Resources Canada by 2029
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
Canada's Big Projects Need Human Infrastructure
As Canada aims for major projects like the Ring of Fire, the lesson from Fort McMurray is clear: building communities is harder than building job sites. Ambition without capacity is a fantasy.
Nearly 200 Quebec Doctors Get Licences to Work in Ontario
A significant number of Quebec physicians are obtaining licences to practise in Ontario, highlighting interprovincial mobility challenges in Canada's healthcare system. Learn about the implications.
Windsor-Essex Sets Record-High Employment Numbers
Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Infrastructure Summit in Vaughan Charts Ontario's Future
Ontario leaders convened at the Vaughan Infrastructure Summit to discuss how strategic infrastructure investment is crucial for economic competitiveness, job creation, and solving the housing crisis. Learn the key insights.
Newmarket's Queen Street Bridge Rehab Completed
The Town of Newmarket has finished the largest bridge rehabilitation project in three decades on Queen Street. The crucial infrastructure work ensures long-term safety and connectivity for the community.
Quebec loses $1.5B yearly due to anglo wage gap
A new study finds lower wages and higher unemployment among English-speaking Quebecers cost the provincial economy $1.5 billion annually. Experts call for targeted investment.
UCalgary launches carbon capture training for skilled workers
The University of Calgary is launching new programs to rapidly expand Canada's carbon capture workforce, driven by a major energy deal accelerating demand for skilled professionals.
Early retirement info sent to 70,000 public servants
The federal government is distributing early retirement information to approximately 70,000 public servants. This move signals a significant workforce transition. Read the details and potential impacts.
Quebec cutting 5,000 government jobs, ordering office return
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
$4M Investment for Saskatchewan Mining Careers
The Mosaic Company announces a major $4-million investment to expand career opportunities and develop the skilled mining workforce in Saskatchewan. Learn more about the initiative.
Ontario exempts training centres from municipal laws
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
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