Work

• Montreal business community slowly returning to offices, but only partially

  According to recent study, 60 per cent of downtown Montreal office workers are coming into work three to four days a week, but building occupancy rates are sitting at 17 per cent.

  Economy

  Nov 18
  
• Halifax international students welcome ability to work more hours off-campus

  The federal government is temporarily removing the 20-hour limit per week to help tackle labour shortages in Canada's economy.

  Canada

  Nov 15
  
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• Lethbridge’s living wage rises to $20.30/hour: 2022 report

  The Alberta Living Wage Network, a collection of community organizations and municipalities, has released its 2022 living wage numbers in 15 towns and cities across the province.

  Money

  Nov 14
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• University of Saskatchewan researcher breaking down stereotypes in gaming

  Cody Phillips believes video games are good for a person well-being, saying they can help with depression, anxiety, and general mood relief.

  Tech

  Oct 14
• Unemployment in Guelph, Tri-Cities is up, slight drop in rest of Canada

  September saw 21,000 more jobs added across Canada. Unemployment is at 3.9 per cent in Guelph, up from 3.1, and 5.7 in the tri-cities, up from 5.4.

  Economy

  Oct 7
• Job fair opens at Palais des Congrès amid Quebec labour shortage

  12,000 positions are available at a two-day job fair at the Palais des congrès. Thousands of people are expected to show up and rejoin the labour market.

  Economy

  Oct 5
• Construction to begin on busy stretch of road in Guelph

  Gordon St. between Water St. and Simpson Way will be closed for two weeks starting on Monday. Sidewalks and businesses in the area will remain accessible.

  Traffic

  Oct 2
• Companies turning to 4 day work week to support employee mental health

  Over 200 companies across the world are taking part in the four-day-work-week trials this year, according to 4 Day Week Global. 

  Health

  Oct 2
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• Return-to-office: Debate heats up as some firms recall workers after Labour Day

  A return-to-office showdown is unfolding in Canada and pitting some bosses and workers against each other as the back-to-school season begins.

  Canada

  Sep 2
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• How can tech companies grow amid sector downturn? Experts weigh in

  One of the best-performing sectors during the pandemic, the technology sector is now facing a challenging time as a reversal in fortunes has companies tightening their belts.

  Tech

  Aug 14