Canada’s gig economy is changing the future of jobs
The rise of the gig economy is bringing many new questions and uncertainty to the future of jobs in Canada. Continue reading
Employment
Canada’s oil industry led economic growth in May — but will it continue?
Oil has been moving up steadily in the past year, reaching prices not seen since 2014, offering more reprieve to the beleaguered market. Continue reading
New Brunswick government announces funding for 37 new jobs in the province
The provincial government says Resson — an agriculture technology company in Fredericton — is eligible for an investment of up to $370,000 to help create up to 31 new jobs over the next three years. Continue reading
Eatery hopes to introduce Lethbridge to Syrian food, help newcomers when it opens
“I love to cook and I want everyone to try Syrian cooking and to know that it’s very delicious.” Continue reading
Wyndham Hotels announces more than 100 new jobs in Saint John and N.B. Liberals say more on the way
By Andrew Cromwell Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Liberal government says about 200 more jobs will be announced for the Saint John area through Opportunities New Brunswick in the next week. Continue reading
Peterborough unemployment rate lowest in Canada: Stats Canada
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Ontario’s unemployment rate is 5.9 per cent Continue reading
London-St. Thomas jobless rate rises to 5.5% in June
1,200 jobs were created in London-St. Thomas in June. Continue reading
Perth mayor John Fenik working on plan to keep Grenville Castings open
The closing of Grenville Castings and the sheer number of jobs lost could prove devastating to a community of 6,000 people. Continue reading
Edmonton food truck serves skills, experience to city’s homeless
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
A new Edmonton food truck is serving up employment opportunities for people touched by homelessness. Continue reading
‘Move on’: Unifor president urges workers 65 and older to retire, if they can
By Mark Carcasole Reporter
The president of Unifor blames workers who hang around longer than they have to for taking work from younger people. Continue reading
