How Robots Are Changing Service Jobs in Canada
From robot baristas in Toronto to clerk-less stores, automation is reshaping Canada's service sector. Discover the trend driven by labour shortages and consumer readiness.
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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.
Canada Post, CUPW reach tentative labour agreements
Canada Post and CUPW have reached tentative deals covering 55,000 workers, featuring a 6.5% first-year wage increase and averting strike action. Ratification votes are set for early 2026.
67,500 B.C. health workers vote to approve 4-year deal
A union representing tens of thousands of health care workers in British Columbia has ratified a new four-year collective agreement. Learn the details of this significant labour deal.
Unifor President: Tariffs to Weigh Heavy on Workers in 2026
Unifor National President Lana Payne warns that tariffs will significantly impact Canadian workers in 2026. Get the full outlook on labour and economic challenges.
Manitoba casino defends employee dismissal in court filing
A Winnipeg casino has filed a legal defence, stating the termination of an employee was justified. Get the latest details on this developing Manitoba labour case.
Hydro-Québec reaches tentative deal with 5,500-member union
A major labour dispute at Hydro-Québec has been averted as the utility reaches a tentative agreement with a key union. Details on the deal announced December 19, 2025.
Unifor's Lana Payne Prepares for Challenges After Tough Year
As 2025 concludes, Unifor National President Lana Payne assesses a difficult year for Canadian workers and outlines the union's strategy for the coming challenges. Read the full interview.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Public sector union PSAC sued by suspended executives
Canada's largest public service union, PSAC, faces three lawsuits from component union leaders suspended after opposing a 2023 labour deal. Plaintiffs seek millions in damages and reinstatement.
Integrity probe launched into Ontario minister David Piccini
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
Worker injured at Eglinton Crosstown site, ministry investigating
A construction worker was hospitalized after an industrial accident at the Eglinton Crosstown LRT west extension site in Toronto. The Ministry of Labour is investigating the non-life-threatening incident.
Ontario's New Pay Transparency Rules to Shake Up Market
Experts predict Ontario's new pay transparency regulations will significantly impact hiring and wages. Learn how these rules could reshape the province's labour landscape.
3+ Unemployed for Every Job Vacancy in Canada, October Data Shows
New data reveals a challenging Canadian labour market, with more than three unemployed individuals for every job opening in October. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Pasta dinner for locked-out Titan Tool workers in Tecumseh
Tecumseh's deputy mayor delivered a hot pasta meal to workers locked out at Titan Tool. A local act of solidarity highlights the human impact of the ongoing labour dispute.
Chronic pain patients face medication shortages in Canada
Canadians with chronic pain describe the daily struggle of navigating nationwide shortages of essential pain control medications. Learn about the personal impact and ongoing supply issues.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
Canadian Private Sector Unionization Drops to 15%
New data reveals a stark divide in Canadian unionization, with public sector workers five times more likely to be unionized. Explore the trends reshaping labour.
Second STM strike begins in Montreal
Montreal's public transit faces a second strike as professional staff join maintenance workers in walkout. Details on the escalating labour dispute impacting commuters.
Louvre strike extended as museum partially reopens
Employees at the Louvre museum in Paris have voted to continue their strike, disrupting operations at the world's most visited museum. Get the latest details on the labour action.
Salvation Army Christmas donations down nearly 50%
The Salvation Army's iconic Christmas kettle campaign in London, Ontario, has seen donations plummet by nearly half due to a critical shortage of volunteers. Learn how this impacts community services.
Surrey to Open Two Municipal Clinics for Doctor Shortage
Surrey, B.C., announces two new city-run health clinics opening in 2025 to address the critical family physician shortage. Mayor Brenda Locke leads the initiative to improve local healthcare access.
Toronto teen worker injured in meat grinder accident
A 19-year-old female worker in Toronto is hospitalized with serious injuries after her hand became caught in a meat grinder. The Ministry of Labour is investigating the industrial incident.
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.
Canadian youth compete in crowded job market for experience
Young Canadians are finding it increasingly difficult to secure early career experience in a saturated labour market. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the future.
STM bus drivers, metro operators vote to accept new contract
Montreal's STM transit workers have ratified a new collective agreement, securing wage increases through 2029 and preventing a potential service shutdown. Get the details on the deal.
Air Transat Pilots Issue Strike Notice, Flights Suspended
Air Transat pilots, represented by ALPA, have issued a 72-hour strike notice. Flight suspensions will begin Monday, disrupting holiday travel plans. Details on the labour dispute and passenger impact.
Air Transat pilots issue 72-hour strike notice
Air Transat pilots have served a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight suspensions. The airline calls the action 'premature' as negotiations continue. Read the latest on the labour dispute.
Windsor's Job Gains: Sustainable or a Rollercoaster?
Windsor's employment landscape shows promising growth, but experts question its long-term stability. We analyze the factors behind the surge and the challenges ahead for the local economy.
Alberta unemployment rate plunges to 6.5% in job surge
Alberta's unemployment rate plummeted from 7.8% to 6.5% in November, marking the largest monthly drop outside a pandemic since 1976. Over 28,000 new jobs were created.
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