Barrie's High Unemployment Rate Continues in 2026
New data reveals Barrie's unemployment rate remains among the highest for Canadian cities. Explore the latest figures and what it means for the local economy.
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Unemployment rises to 6.8% as labour force grows
Canada's jobless rate edged up to 6.8% in December as more people searched for work. The economy added 8,200 jobs, with gains in healthcare offset by losses in professional services. Read the full analysis.
Unemployment Rate Hits 6.8% in December Despite Job Growth
Canada's labour market shows mixed signals as the unemployment rate rises to 6.8% in December 2025, even with a net job gain. Explore the details and economic implications.
Canada's unemployment rate rises to 6.8% in December
Canada's unemployment rate increased to 6.8% in December as more people entered the labor force. The economy added 8,300 jobs, a significant slowdown from November. Read the full analysis of the latest Statistics Canada data.
Statistics Canada to Release December Jobs Data
Statistics Canada is set to release the December 2025 labour force survey, providing a crucial snapshot of the Canadian economy's health and job market trends.
GTA residents think crime is up, but stats show opposite
A new survey shows a stark disconnect in the GTA: most believe crime is rising sharply, while official data indicates a significant decline. Explore the perception gap and its implications.
GTA residents believe crime is surging, but stats show opposite
A new survey shows a stark perception gap in the Greater Toronto Area, where residents believe crime is rising despite national statistics indicating a decline. Discover the facts behind the fear.
Windsor crime stats decline despite resident concerns
A new study reveals Windsorites believe crime is increasing, but police data shows a downward trend. Explore the perception gap and what it means for community safety in 2025.
Edmonton 2025 Homicides Reach 32, Youth Involvement Grows
Edmonton Police Chief Warren Driechel reports 32 homicides in 2025, with a troubling trend of youth involvement. Discover the factors behind this surge and the community response.
Edmonton leads Prairie cities in lottery winnings
Edmonton's lottery winners claimed over $39.5 million in 2025, leading major Prairie cities. Discover the quirky stories behind Alberta's biggest jackpots.
CBSA releases 2025 southwestern Ontario border stats
The Canada Border Services Agency has published its 2025 statistics for major southwestern Ontario border crossings. Discover the trends in travel and trade.
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.
U.S. holiday travel to Canada surges in December
Statistics Canada reports a significant rise in U.S. trips to Canada as holiday travel begins, marking the first increase in months while Canadians continue to avoid travel south.
Canadian Coffee Prices Jump More Than 25% in a Year
Statistics Canada reports coffee prices have soared, with ground coffee up 35.2%. Climate issues in Brazil and Vietnam, plus rising Asian demand, are key factors. Read more.
Canadian travel to U.S. down 26.3% in October
New Statistics Canada data reveals a sharp 26.3% drop in Canadian trips to the U.S. in October. Discover the trends in cross-border travel and what's driving the change.
U.S. Trips to Canada Increase in October After 8-Month Slump
Statistics Canada reports a significant uptick in U.S. resident travel to Canada in October 2025, marking the first increase after eight consecutive months of decline. Get the latest data and analysis on cross-border travel trends.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Flawed U.S. Inflation Data Undermines Trump's Claims
A problematic November 2025 U.S. inflation report, marred by a federal shutdown, casts doubt on cooling price data and President Trump's affordability victory claims. Wall Street labels it 'a mess'.
B.C. Population Drops for First Time on Record
British Columbia's population has fallen for the first time ever, driven by an exodus of non-permanent residents. Explore the causes and what it means for housing, healthcare, and the labour market.
Trump's Price Drop Claims Contradicted by New Inflation Data
New BLS data reveals food prices rose 2.6% in the past year, contradicting Trump's claims of rapid declines. Explore the real affordability crisis facing Canadians and Americans.
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.
B.C. sees first annual population drop on record
British Columbia's population has declined annually for the first time in recorded history, according to new data. Explore the details and implications of this historic demographic shift.
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.
Canada's population drops for first time since pandemic
Statistics Canada reports the first population decline since the pandemic. Explore the key demographic shifts and economic implications for the country's future.
Canada's population declines for first time since pandemic
Canada's population fell by 76,068 in Q3 2025, the first quarterly drop since COVID-19. The decline is driven by fewer foreign students and workers. Read the full analysis.
U.S. Jobless Rate Hits 4.6%, a Four-Year High
The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.6% in November, its highest point since September 2021, as job growth slows and manufacturing sheds positions. Key officials debate the causes.
Small businesses drive 97% of Edmonton's economy: census
New census data reveals small businesses are the backbone of Edmonton's economy, accounting for nearly all local economic activity. Discover the impact and what it means for the city's future.
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