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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
High-Grade Gold Discovery Reported on Globex Royalty Claims
Globex Mining updates shareholders on a significant gold discovery in Quebec, with Cartier Resources intersecting high-grade zones. Drill results show assays up to 339.6 g/t Au. Read the latest findings.
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.
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.
Canada's Employment Outlook Brightens as 2025 Ends
Statistics Canada reports stronger-than-expected job growth for November 2025, driven by key sectors. Analysts see a positive trend emerging for the Canadian labour market.
Alberta records largest employment gain in Canada last month
Alberta gained more jobs than any other province in September 2025, but its unemployment rate remains higher than the national average. Explore the latest labour market data from Statistics Canada.
Manitoba Jobless Rate Falls Below Canadian Average
Manitoba's unemployment rate has dropped below the national figure, a positive economic sign for the province. Discover the latest Statistics Canada data and what it means for Winnipeg and the region.
Canada Gains 54,000 Jobs, Unemployment Drops to 6.5%
Canada's labour market showed strength in November, adding 54,000 jobs and lowering the unemployment rate to 6.5%. Get the full analysis of the latest StatCan report.
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan approves Wheeler River uranium mine
Denison Mines clears a major hurdle as Métis Nation–Saskatchewan grants approval for the Wheeler River uranium mine, marking a key step in the project's development. Read about the agreement and its significance.
Sisson Tungsten Mine Delays Raise Questions on Canada's Strategy
New Brunswick's stalled Sisson tungsten project, designated a nation-building priority, faces scrutiny over perpetual delays. Is Canada's critical minerals push serious or symbolic?
Vale, Glencore explore major copper joint venture in Canada
Mining giants Vale and Glencore are negotiating a $1.6-2B joint venture in Ontario's Sudbury basin to boost copper and critical minerals production. Read the details on this strategic move.
Starbucks settles NYC labour claims for $35 million
Starbucks agrees to pay approximately $35 million to settle claims it violated New York City labour laws. The settlement resolves allegations of scheduling and pay violations for thousands of workers.
Migrant farm workers face abuse, underpayment in Canada
A major investigation reveals systemic exploitation of nearly 80,000 temporary foreign workers in Canadian agriculture, with reports of wage theft, injuries, and abuse described as 'the new slavery.'
Barrick Mining Employees Released in Mali After Year
Four Barrick Mining employees freed in Mali after year-long detention amid mining code dispute. Canadian company reaches agreement with government after negotiations.
Newfoundland rations power to cryptocurrency miners
Newfoundland joins Canadian provinces limiting electricity to crypto mining due to high energy consumption. Learn how this impacts the industry and national trends.
Canada's First Natural Hydrogen Well Drilled in Saskatchewan
MAX Power Mining Corp. makes a historic discovery of natural hydrogen in Saskatchewan, a potential 'holy grail' for green energy. Learn about this breakthrough for Canada's clean fuel future.
GFG Reports High-Grade Gold Results in Timmins Drilling
GFG Resources announces significant gold intercepts including 1.05 g/t Au over 71.0 m at Aljo Project in Timmins Gold District. Company launches aggressive regional exploration program across Goldarm Property.
Quebec Minister Boulet navigates union tensions carefully
Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet avoids escalating conflicts with unions as tensions rise. Get the latest on the government's approach to labour relations in Quebec.
Canadians: Mineral Sovereignty Risk Trumps Slow Development
New survey reveals Canadians view losing control of critical minerals as greater threat than slow resource development. Public opinion shifts focus to national security concerns.
India's Trade Unions Protest New Labour Laws Nationwide
Major Indian trade unions launched nationwide protests on November 26, 2025, against controversial new labour codes. The demonstrations highlight significant worker discontent with government reforms.
Barrick pays $430M to settle Mali gold mine dispute
Barrick Mining Corp. agrees to a $430 million settlement with Mali, ending a two-year dispute and reopening the Loulo-Gounkoto gold mine complex. The deal restores Canadian control.
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