Menopause Costs Canada $3.5B as Women Exit Workforce
Millions of Canadian women face debilitating menopause symptoms affecting work performance. New report reveals staggering economic impact and calls for national strategy.
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Quebec Home Buying Dreams Fade as Prices Soar
Housing affordability crisis deepens in Quebec as prospective buyers struggle with rising prices and down payment challenges. Learn why experts see no quick fix.
Shopify lays off staff to keep team focused
Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify implements workforce reductions to maintain operational efficiency despite strong financial performance and revenue growth of 26%.
Couche-Tard aims for 500 new stores despite hurdles
Canadian convenience store giant Couche-Tard maintains aggressive expansion plan for 500 new locations despite cost-of-living pressures affecting consumers nationwide.
Quebec senior care crisis worsens as needs skyrocket
Quebec faces a growing senior care crisis with support needs set to surge dramatically. Learn about the current challenges and what's needed to address this urgent situation.
Public servants face retirement timing dilemma amid buyouts
Canadian public servants planning December retirement face difficult choice: retire now with permanent pension penalty or wait for potential government buyout program. Expert analysis reveals timelines and risks.
Canada Post Reports $541M Loss in Third Quarter
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025. Explore the financial challenges and future outlook for Canada's postal service.
Canada Post Reports $541M Loss in Third Quarter
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025 amid declining mail volume and increased competition. Learn about the challenges facing Canada's postal service.
Verizon cutting 13,000 jobs in company reorientation
Verizon is eliminating more than 13,000 positions as the telecommunications giant works to reorient its entire business strategy. Get the latest details on this significant workforce reduction.
Saanich Police Chief on Staffing Challenges and Training Academy
Saanich Police Chief Dean Duthie discusses staffing challenges and proposes a Vancouver Island training academy to address recruitment issues. Learn about the department's current situation.
Alberta government criticized for notwithstanding clause use
Alberta's UCP government faces mounting criticism for repeatedly invoking the notwithstanding clause to shield transgender policy bills from court challenges. Learn about the constitutional debate.
UCP's use of notwithstanding clause sparks concern
Alberta's UCP government invokes the notwithstanding clause multiple times, raising concerns about accountability and the rights of transgender youth. Read the full analysis.
Trump Moves Education Programs to Other Departments
The Trump administration transfers key Education Department programs to other agencies, raising concerns about public education funding and efficiency. Experts warn of potential waste and disruption.
Saskatoon police struggle with national recruitment crunch
Saskatoon's police chief reveals dramatic drop in police applications amid national recruitment crisis. Learn how this affects community safety and policing nationwide.
Toronto Commutes Stretched by Office Returns
Toronto workers face extended commutes as return-to-office mandates take effect. Share your commuting challenges and experiences with increased traffic congestion.
Companies Attribute Thousands of Job Cuts to AI Adoption
Major corporations like Lufthansa and ING are openly citing artificial intelligence as a reason for workforce reductions, signaling a shift in corporate transparency about AI's impact on employment.
Canada Post to lose 30K workers by 2035
Canada Post anticipates losing 30,000 employees to retirement and voluntary departures by 2035, creating significant workforce challenges for the national postal service.
PSAC: Federal workers to learn layoff details shortly
Public Service Alliance of Canada reveals federal employees will receive potential layoff information shortly. Stay informed about government workforce changes.
Ford defends skills funding system, supports minister
Ontario Premier Doug Ford maintains support for skills development funding system and Minister David Piccini despite criticism. Learn about the ongoing debate and implications for workforce training.
Webinar to help Windsor-Essex businesses with tariffs
Invest WindsorEssex and Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce host webinar to support local businesses affected by tariffs. Learn strategies to navigate trade challenges.
Battery Boost Program Places 400 Workers at NextStar
Nearly 400 Windsor-Essex workers secured employment at NextStar Energy's battery plant through the innovative Battery Boost training program, boosting local economy.
BC invests $241M in trades training for workforce
British Columbia announces $241 million investment in trades training to address labour shortages for major infrastructure projects. Learn how this initiative will boost skilled workforce development.
400+ New Rentals Proposed Near Vancouver's Main St
GWL Realty proposes two towers with 470 rental homes, a grocery store, and public plaza near Main Street-Science World SkyTrain. Plan supports St. Paul's Hospital staff housing.
Vancouver Tech Workers Forced into Survival Jobs
Vancouver's tech boom turns bust as AI transforms industry, forcing graduates and professionals into dog walking and retail jobs while specialized AI roles thrive.
Ottawa public service cuts: 2.5% workforce impact
A new report reveals federal public service cuts will affect 2.5% of Ottawa's workforce, but economists explain why the city will weather this storm better than 1990s austerity.
US Hires 50,000 Under Trump, ICE Gets Bulk
The Trump administration hired 50,000 employees, primarily at ICE, while cutting 300,000 other federal jobs. Learn how this workforce reshaping impacts national priorities.
Battery Boost Program Transforms Windsor Workforce
Windsor's Battery Boost program is making significant strides in workforce development for the expanding battery sector. Learn how this initiative is shaping local employment opportunities.
Public Service Cuts Threaten Organizational Knowledge
As Canadian public servants leave government, proper knowledge transfer becomes crucial. Learn why retaining institutional wisdom matters more than headcount reductions.
Poor Italian Ristorante in Vancouver Closing After 16 Years
After 16 years, Vancouver's beloved Poor Italian Ristorante will serve its final meal on December 21. The closure highlights ongoing challenges in Vancouver's restaurant industry.
300 Quebec Doctors Seek Ontario Licenses in One Month
Nearly 300 Quebec physicians applied for Ontario medical licenses in less than a month, signaling potential healthcare workforce shifts between provinces. Learn what's driving this trend.
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