U.S. Trips to Canada Up in October: StatCan
Statistics Canada reports a 3% rise in U.S.-resident trips to Canada in October, marking the first increase after eight months of decline. Overseas arrivals also surged.
Category : Search result: October layoffs
Conestoga College lays off 200 staff before Christmas
Nearly 200 full-time employees at Conestoga College have been laid off just before the holidays, sparking criticism. Get the details on this major workforce reduction.
Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories Explode Post-Oct. 7
Warren Kinsella examines the global rise of antisemitic conspiracy theories following the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, detailing their dangerous spread and real-world consequences.
Retail sales fall 0.2% in October ahead of holidays
Canadian retail sales declined to $69.4 billion in October, led by drops in food, beverage, and clothing. Economists see a flat trend signaling consumer caution.
October retail sales down 0.2% to $69.4B
Statistics Canada reports a slight decline in retail sales for October 2025. Get the details on the consumer spending slowdown and what it means for the economy.
Conestoga College layoffs jeopardize student learning, say students
Biotechnology students at Conestoga College voice fears that recent instructor layoffs threaten their education. Read about the impact on academic programs.
Conestoga College lays off close to 200 full-time staff
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time support staff just before the holiday break, sparking concern. Get the full details on this major workforce reduction.
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.
200 Conestoga College employees lose jobs before holidays
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time positions just before the holiday break. Get the full details on this significant workforce reduction in Kitchener-Waterloo.
400 jobs cut at Natural Resources Canada by 2029
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
GM CAMI layoffs hit 1,200 workers before holidays
Over 1,200 workers at GM's CAMI plant in Ingersoll face a devastating holiday season as layoffs force tough decisions. Couples at the plant are hit with a 'double' financial blow.
October Manufacturing Sales Down 1% to $71.5M
Statistics Canada reports a 1% decline in manufacturing sales for October 2025, totaling $71.5 million. Explore the key drivers and economic implications for Canada's industrial sector.
Readers React: Algoma Steel Job Losses, High Beam Hazards
Readers voice concerns over Algoma Steel layoffs, applaud Hazel Mae's Hall of Fame honour, and call for better road etiquette regarding high beams. Read the latest public feedback.
Algoma Layoffs: Gov'ts Knew Before $500M Loan
The federal and Ontario governments kept taxpayers in the dark about impending Algoma Steel layoffs when issuing $500M in loan guarantees. This lack of transparency raises serious questions.
Vancouver lays off staff after property tax freeze
The City of Vancouver has cut dozens of positions following its decision to freeze property taxes. This move highlights the financial trade-offs of municipal budget decisions.
Vancouver lays off 30 staff after property tax freeze
The City of Vancouver has terminated 30 employees following a council decision to freeze property taxes. Learn about the budget impacts and municipal workforce changes.
Algoma Steel CEO says governments knew of layoff plans
Algoma Steel's CEO reveals both federal and provincial governments were aware of impending layoffs before approving a $500 million taxpayer loan. Details on the Sault Ste. Marie job cuts.
Governments defend Algoma Steel loan after layoffs
Federal and Ontario governments face scrutiny for a $420 million loan to Algoma Steel, approved despite prior knowledge of impending layoffs. Details on the defense and economic context.
Algoma Steel CEO says feds knew about layoffs before loan
Algoma Steel's CEO reveals federal government was aware of impending job cuts before approving a $400 million loan. Read the full story on the timing and impact of Trump's tariffs.
41,000 Ontario Jobs Lost to U.S. Tariffs as Trade Talks Stall
Prime Minister Mark Carney faces mounting pressure to engage with President Trump as U.S. tariffs devastate Canadian manufacturing, with Algoma Steel's layoffs pushing job losses past 41,000. Read the analysis.
B.C. pulp mill closure leaves 350 out of work
A British Columbia pulp mill is shutting down, resulting in 350 job losses. The closure highlights ongoing challenges in Canada's forestry and manufacturing sectors.
Algoma Steel lays off 1,000, cites U.S. tariffs
Algoma Steel CEO Michael Garcia says U.S. tariffs have closed the American market, forcing 1,000 painful layoffs. Get the full story on this major blow to Northern Ontario's economy.
Algoma Steel Lays Off 1,000, Blames Trump Tariffs
Algoma Steel is cutting 40% of its workforce, citing U.S. tariffs and a forced shift to electric arc steelmaking. The layoffs come just two weeks after a major government bailout.
Toys R Us Closing Most Quebec Stores, 68 Layoffs
Toys R Us Canada is shutting down three Quebec stores in January, leaving only one location in the province. The closures will result in 68 layoffs. Learn about the retail shift.
Algoma Steel to Lay Off 1,000 Workers
Algoma Steel announces 1,000 layoffs in Sault Ste. Marie, citing difficult market conditions and trade pressures. Read about the impact and federal support.
Montreal police open homicide probe after man dies from Oct. shooting
Montreal police are investigating a homicide after a man died from injuries sustained in an October 9 shooting. The case was reclassified following his death in late November.
Algoma Steel lays off 1,000 after U.S. tariffs hit
Northern Ontario's Algoma Steel announces 1,000 layoffs and CEO retirement after U.S. tariffs severely impact quarterly results. Read the full story on the economic fallout.
SIU Investigating Northern Ontario Arrest from October
Ontario's Special Investigations Unit is examining an October arrest in northern Ontario after receiving a formal complaint. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
Canada Housing Recovery: 6-Month Sales Increase
Canada's housing market shows steady recovery with sales rising for six of seven months. Alberta leads October gains while national inventory remains balanced at 4.4 months.
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%.
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