Population growth must slow sharply before productivity can improve, report says
Research finds disparities arise from differences in labour distribution as well as participation
Foreign-worker flows are a key uncertainty in forecast, Desjardins says
December marked the 23rd straight month that joblessness has remained below 4%
Softer job market conditions came as high interest rates continued to weigh on growth
Demand for workers remains strong by historical standards
While pockets will suffer from rising rates, overall stress should be modest
Unemployment has since increased in Canada, but declined in the U.S.
Pipeline of female leaders diverted by workplace shifts, DBRS says
Employers are finding it easier to hire, with fewer complaints of worker shortages and less pressure to raise pay