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Will more Chinese EVs be a ‘self-inflicted wound’ for Canada’s auto sector?In a post on X, Ontario Premier Doug Ford called the deal 'lopsided' and warned it risks closing the door to the U.S. market for Canadian automakers and could lead to job losses.EconomyJan 16
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Subs for sale: What’s behind Hanwha’s Ottawa ads?Ottawa residents and out-of-town travellers may have puzzled recently over a wave of ads in the downtown from a company trying to sell them submarines.Jan 17
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Carney reaches ‘preliminary but landmark’ China deal on tariffs, quotasPrime Minister Mark Carney described it as a "preliminary but landmark" agreement to remove trade barriers and reduce tariffs, part of a broader strategic partnership with China.CanadaJan 16
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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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‘A huge step forward’: Premier Scott Moe breaks down canola tariff reliefSaskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says a China trade deal cutting canola tariffs will allow billions in Canadian agricultural exports to flow again.EconomyJan 16
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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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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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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