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Unemployment rate climbed to 6.8% in December, StatCan saysCanada's unemployment rate jumped to 6.8 per cent in December 2025 as the trade war and U.S. tariffs continued to impact the job market.EconomyJan 9
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Hiring managers surveyed remain ‘cautious’ about the 2026 job marketA quarter of hiring managers surveyed say they are 'cautious' about their ability to hire more workers in 2026, according to newly released data.EconomyDec 30, 2025
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Here’s how Carney’s budget aims to tackle youth unemploymentBudget 2025 proposes nearly $1.6 billion in funding for the youth job market in Canada as unemployment for young Canadians nears 15 per cent.EconomyNov 5, 2025
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B.C. to undertake trade mission to India, a ‘key market’ for province, Eby saysPremier David Eby announced that the trade mission will promote B.C.'s businesses, critical minerals and sustainable wood products.PoliticsJan 6
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Ontario’s new rules for job postings a ‘step in the right direction’: expertsNew rules are coming into effect on Jan. 1 in Ontario that will require companies with 25 or more employees to provide compensation details in advertisements for job postings.CanadaDec 31, 2025
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Most Canadians want their cars made domestically, KPMG survey showsSix in 10 Canadians said they are looking to buy a new car in the next five years, with more than three-quarters worried that U.S. trade tensions will make vehicles unaffordableCanadaDec 29, 2025
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Canada’s 2026 census starts this spring — and 32K jobs are up for grabsThe year 2026 marks another census year in Canada, and more than 30,000 Canadians could even find themselves working for the federal government to help make it happen.CanadaJan 7
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Ford accused of ‘weaponizing’ LCBO with plan to remove Crown RoyalDoug Ford confirmed he would pull the Canadian whiskey from the shelves of the province's alcohol stores next month to punish international drinks conglomerate Diageo.CanadaJan 7
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6 in 10 Canadians expect the economy to get worse in 2026, survey findsAlmost three in four (71 per cent) of Canadians expect higher living costs and 59 per cent said they expect the overall economy to worsen, a new survey shows.EconomyJan 12
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The loonie is up amid Trump’s Fed probe. Who that will help — and hurt?Canadian consumers and businesses could see some short-term benefits from the latest news out of the U.S. concerning the Federal Reserve, but there are also severe long-term risks.EconomyJan 12
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Canadian furniture industry still ‘reeling’ after Trump pauses tariff spikeCanada’s kitchen cabinet industry says U.S. tariffs remain devastating despite Trump pausing planned increases, with companies warning of layoffs and lost profits.CanadaJan 3
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Ottawa’s new ‘Buy Canadian’ procurement rules kick in amid trade warThe procurement policy will extend immediately to government contracts valued at $25 million and over, Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said Tuesday.EconomyDec 16, 2025
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‘Economic war’ and income inequality are key concerns of Canadian bank CEOsNational security and rising inequality are two of the biggest risks to economies today, said Canadian bank leaders at a conference Tuesday.EconomyJan 7
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Networking is crucial for 2026 job hunters. Here’s how to tap into yoursAmid a challenging job market, networking is one of the best strategies to improve the odds of getting hired in 2026, according to experts.EconomyJan 5
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The Bank of Canada is ‘cautious’ heading into 2026, with all eyes on CUSMAThe Bank of Canada says it's staying 'cautious' heading into 2026 as uncertainty remains high with the global trade war, tariffs and a trade deal with the U.S. set for review.EconomyDec 23, 2025
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Lululemon sales fall in North America as consumers tighten their walletsCanadian apparel brand Lululemon reported quarterly earnings that showed sales dropped in North America as many Canadians grapple with the high cost of living.ConsumerDec 12, 2025
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Ontario backs Toronto’s bid to be selected as potential host for defence bankA grouping of leaders, including Ontario Premier Doug Ford, gathered at the Toronto Stock Exchange to launch a bid to host the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank.CanadaDec 17, 2025
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What does U.S. want from Canada to renew CUSMA? Trump’s trade rep has listU.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer told members of Congress this week that next year's joint review 'will depend on the successful resolution' of several issues.PoliticsDec 17, 2025
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Drilling group predicts slight uptick in Canadian activity next yearThe Canadian Association of Energy Contractors is predicting a slight increase in drilling activity next year in Canada.EconomyDec 1, 2025
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Carney says Algoma Steel loans ‘saved two-thirds’ of jobs despite layoffsAlgoma Steel has been working to shift away from the United States as its main customer after what the company referred to as Donald Trump's 'unprecedented tariffs.'CanadaDec 3, 2025