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Canada's labor market is cooling, but population growth in the country remains strong. Unemployed workers face a more difficult hiring landscape.

After a strong jobs report in June, the Canadian labor market lost 6,000 jobs in July, but underlying trends remain strong.

The Canadian labor market came back roaring in June, adding an impressive 60,000 net new jobs.

Canada’s liberal immigration policies are a success story. The country’s population recently reached 40 million, surpassing that of California.

The Canadian labor market is showing signs of trouble. In May, employment dropped, and Gen Z students are partially to blame.

Canada saw another strong month of gains in April but this time the increase was driven by part-time work.

With low unemployment and a booming service industry, the Canadian labor market continues to show strength, despite recessionary fears. Overall, the Canadian labor market added 35,000 new jobs, a 0.2% increase from last month’s gains. 

The post-pandemic labor market has been extremely tight with many vacancies left unfilled.

The Canadian economy added 22,000 jobs last month. Though subdued compared to January, this data shows continued labor market strength.

Canada is facing economic challenges similar to its southern neighbour’s: tight labour market conditions and decades-high inflation.