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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.

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.

Canada's GDP shrinks 0.3% in October

Statistics Canada reports a 0.3% economic contraction in October, driven by manufacturing declines and service sector strikes. A preliminary estimate shows a slight 0.1% rebound in November.

U.S. gains 64,000 jobs, unemployment rate 4.6%

The U.S. economy added 64,000 jobs in November, but revised figures show a loss of 105,000 in October. The unemployment rate remains at 4.6%. Get the latest labour market analysis.

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