Latest StatCan survey finds inflation pressure is the top concern
Total labour demand increased in 2024, vacancy rate rises too
Curbs on foreign workers will hurt in short run, but represent a return to pre-pandemic levels
Despite stronger inflation, jobs, BoC may still cut rates
Lower rates needed to offset demographic, financial headwinds
Jobless rates unchanged in December, remaining low for the year
Respondents said they worked multiple jobs due to fewer full-time job opportunities, to cover expenses
Accumulating rules reduce output, hit larger firms harder
Referrals are key for getting startup firms off the ground
Still, the jobless rate slipped to 4% to start 2025