The British Columbia government will invest nearly $2 million over two years to train unemployed and underemployed youth for jobs in the …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Alberta launches $8 million youth hiring incentive for employers
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAlberta’s government will provide $8 million in grants to employers who hire workers aged 15 to 24, according to a government announcement. …
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By William Koblensky Varela | Nunavut News Some businesses in the territory are trying to recruit local residents to their companies by creating …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedImmigration
Teenage workers hit hard by tech disruption, population growth: Desjardins
By Craig Lord A new report argues the rise of gig work, artificial intelligence and rapid population growth are souring job prospects for …
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By David Baxter Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on Wednesday accused the federal Liberals of allowing temporary foreign workers to take jobs away from …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Youth unemployment at recessionary levels, CIBC report finds
By Ritika Dubey A new report says the current youth unemployment rate is at levels typically only seen during recessions, even as other …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
Young workers in AI-exposed jobs face 13% employment drop, Stanford study finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberEarly-career workers aged 22 to 25 in jobs most vulnerable to artificial intelligence have experienced a 13 per cent decline in employment …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsTraining & Development
Ontario invests $75 million to train 7,800 students for construction jobs
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario is investing $75 million to train up to 7,800 additional students for in-demand construction and urban planning jobs as the province …
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Most people see skilled trades as essential to society but believe they remain undervalued and underrepresented, especially among younger generations, according to …
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FeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Canada loses 41,000 jobs in July as youth employment hits 26-year low
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanada’s labour market weakened in July as employment fell by 41,000 positions, with young workers bearing the brunt of job losses, according …


