B.C. economy under the microscope after shedding 8,400 jobs in September
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The data, released by Statistics Canada on Friday, showed that the losses came as Canada added 54,000 jobs nationally. Continue reading
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Most voters feel living in Canada is less affordable now than before last election
By Kyle Benning Digital Broadcast Journalist
One of the issues that will be top of mind for many Canadians as they decide who they will vote for is the economy and whether they and the country are in a better financial state than four years ago. Continue reading
New agri-business hub set to bring hundreds of jobs to London
In an official statement released by the WFA, the association said repurposing buildings on the site “…will help new and existing agri-businesses to incubate, accelerate, educate and connect.” Continue reading
Peterborough construction industry faces skilled labour gap
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
Mortlock Construction, builders of the Brock Mission men’s shelter in Peterborough, say they have to compete with larger centres for qualified labourers. Continue reading
Pallister announces plan to create 40,000 private sector jobs in Manitoba
By Marney Blunt Anchor/Reporter
The Manitoba government announced a new plan Thursday that aims to create more jobs in the province. Continue reading
How maternity leave can hurt a woman’s career: ‘So much can change’
In some workplaces, maternity or parental leave might be frowned upon, research has found. Continue reading
Rogers call centre expected to bring 350 jobs to Kelowna
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
The 32,000-square-foot facility on Dickson Avenue in the Landmark District is expected to employ 350 people initially. Continue reading
London job fair to be held Tuesday at Western Fair District
The London and Area Works Job Fair will be held at the Metroland Media Agriplex building at the Western Fair District from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday. Continue reading
Original Cakerie expansion to create roughly 100 jobs for London area
Officials say the project will consist of adding a new building onto the existing structure at 2825 Innovation Dr. in London as well as investments in new production lines. Continue reading
B.C. government rolling out plan to support workers affected by mill closures
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government is funding measures to support British Columbia forest workers impacted by mill closures but critics says it’s taken too long to respond. Continue reading