Alberta Oilpatch Sheds 10,000 Jobs as Output Soars
Alberta's oil and gas industry eliminated 10,000 positions last year, yet achieved near-record production levels. Economists analyze the paradox of doing more with less in Canada's energy heartland.
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Alberta's top doctor to provide flu update amid high cases
Alberta's chief medical officer will provide an update on the influenza season, which has seen over 13,150 cases since August. Get the latest public health details.
Alberta Jobless Rate Climbs in December 2025
Alberta's unemployment rate increased in December, capping a year of economic challenges. Get the latest data and analysis on the provincial labour market.
NAIT academic staff union schedules strike vote
The union representing NAIT's academic staff will hold a strike vote next week, raising the possibility of job action at the Edmonton institution. Learn about the potential impacts.
Fatal Head-On Crash in Central Alberta Claims One Life
A tragic head-on collision in central Alberta has resulted in one fatality. Get the latest details on the crash and ongoing safety concerns for Alberta highways.
Alberta wage theft soars to $3.7 million in 2025
Alberta courts issued 400 judgments for unpaid wages in 2025, leaving workers owed a staggering $3.7 million—an 84% increase from the previous year. Discover which companies are the biggest violators.
Alberta separation petition can now collect signatures
The Alberta Prosperity Project has received legal approval to gather signatures for a petition on provincial separation. This move coincides with political shifts, including a new environment minister.
Alberta minister on teachers' strike, notwithstanding clause
Alberta's Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides reflects on the historic 2025 teachers' strike, the use of the notwithstanding clause, and his pledge to rebuild trust with educators. Read the full interview.
Why Alberta Farmers Depend on Temporary Foreign Workers
Alberta's agricultural sector highlights the crucial role of temporary foreign workers in providing stable labour, essential for farm operations and Canada's food security. Learn why this program is indispensable.
Alberta explores potential provincial policing model
Alberta is examining a provincial policing model to replace the RCMP. Explore the potential structure, costs, and implications for communities across the province.
Alberta Separation Referendum Question Approved
Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question on provincial independence. The Alberta Prosperity Project now must gather nearly 178,000 signatures to proceed.
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.
CTV News Calgary's Best Feel-Good Stories of 2025
A look back at the uplifting community stories, acts of kindness, and local triumphs that defined Calgary and Alberta in 2025. Discover the resilience and spirit of our city.
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.
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.
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