Young Canadians Struggle to Find Work: Expert Analysis
New data reveals a tough job market for young Canadians. Economic uncertainty and AI adoption are key factors. Read the expert breakdown and what it means for the future.
Category : Labor Markets
Unemployment rises slightly in midwestern Ontario
The unemployment rate in midwestern Ontario has increased slightly, according to recent data. Explore the regional economic shift and its potential implications for the local workforce.
Expert: Economic Uncertainty, AI Making Youth Job Hunt Harder
New StatsCan data reveals a troubling youth unemployment rate. An expert points to economic uncertainty and AI adoption as key challenges for young Canadians entering the workforce.
2026 Workplace Tips: Avoid Legal Pitfalls & Build Better Businesses
Sunira Chaudhri, an employment lawyer, outlines essential strategies for Canadian employers to navigate new laws, update contracts, and reduce legal risk in 2026. Protect your business now.
Postal Worker Fired for Hoarding Mail Gets Job Back
An arbitrator has ordered Canada Post to reinstate a mail carrier fired for hoarding thousands of undelivered letters, citing undisclosed PTSD as a key factor. Learn the full story.
Vancouver union files complaint over job cut secrecy
CUPE Local 15 files a formal complaint alleging Vancouver bargained in bad faith by hiding plans to eliminate hundreds of union jobs. The city is reviewing the allegations.
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.
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.
Saskatchewan loses 4,000 jobs, unemployment rises
Saskatchewan's labour market weakened in December 2025, with a loss of 4,000 jobs pushing the unemployment rate higher. Get the latest details on the province's economic shift.
Lobster processor wins appeal, fine and ban overturned
A New Brunswick lobster processor has successfully appealed a $365,750 fine and a ban on hiring foreign workers. The decision, published January 9, 2026, overturns previous penalties.
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.
Windsor's unemployment rate falls in December
Windsor's unemployment rate declined in December 2025, providing a positive note to end the year. Get the latest local economic data and analysis.
Sluggish Hiring Closes Frustrating Year for U.S. Job Seekers
The U.S. labor market capped a challenging 2025 with sluggish hiring, frustrating job seekers despite a slight dip in the unemployment rate to 4.4%. Explore the details and economic implications.
U.S. Job Growth Slows, Unemployment at 4.4%
U.S. job creation slowed more than expected in December to 50,000, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.4%. Tariffs and AI investment are cited as key factors shaping the labor market.
Witness No-Show at SIU Labour Hearing in Toronto
A crucial labour hearing into alleged race-based comments by a manager at Ontario's police watchdog, the SIU, was stalled after a witness failed to appear. Get the latest details on the workplace dispute.
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.
Man dies in Vaughan industrial accident, investigation launched
Ontario's Ministry of Labour is investigating after a worker died in an industrial accident in Vaughan on January 9, 2026. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
Quebec public servants push back against return-to-office order
Quebec government employees are pushing back against a new mandate requiring three days in-office weekly, up from two, effective January 26, 2026. Learn about the growing resistance.
Quebec public servants push back against return-to-office order
Quebec government employees are resisting a new mandate requiring three days a week in the office, effective Jan. 26, 2026. Get the details on the pushback and the broader context.
Titan Tool and Die Lockout Hits 150 Days in Windsor
The labour dispute at Windsor's Titan Tool and Die has reached a critical 150-day mark. Learn about the ongoing lockout, its impact on workers, and the broader implications for Ontario's manufacturing sector.
N.B. worker fired for Nazi-Zionist comment reinstated
An arbitrator has ruled a New Brunswick paper mill worker fired for equating Zionists to Nazis must be reinstated with a four-month unpaid suspension. The decision highlights workplace policy limits.
Ubisoft closes Halifax studio after union vote
Ubisoft abruptly closes its Halifax studio, affecting 71 jobs, just weeks after workers unionized. The company cites cost-cutting, while the union questions the timing.
Quebec Construction Commission Goes Fully Digital
The Quebec Construction Commission has officially transitioned to digital operations, marking a significant modernization step for the province's building industry. Discover the implications for workers and contractors.
7 survival tips for Canadian employers in 2026
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines seven critical strategies for Canadian businesses to navigate the unforgiving legal landscape of 2026. Discipline, not clever tactics, is key to survival.
'Time-off tax' shapes first week back to work
Canadian employees spent nearly 17 hours preparing for and catching up after vacations in 2025, a hidden 'time-off tax' impacting productivity and work-life balance. Learn the details.
Union says Diageo would've lost more in Christmas sales
A union representing workers at Diageo's Crown Royal plant in Amherstburg, Ont., claims the company would have faced significant losses if Baileys sales were disrupted during the crucial Christmas season. Learn about the ongoing labour tensions.
Top In-Demand Jobs in Canada for 2026 Identified
A new forecast highlights the most sought-after professions in Canada for 2026, revealing critical trends in the national labour market. Discover where the opportunities will be.
Air Transat Pilots Ratify Deal, Strike Averted
Air Transat and its pilots have ratified a new five-year contract, narrowly avoiding a strike. The deal, supported by 91% of voting pilots, marks the first negotiated agreement in over a decade.
Air Transat Pilots Approve New Contract with Big Gains
Air Transat pilots have ratified a new collective agreement, securing significant wage increases and improved working conditions, averting a potential strike. Details on the deal.
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