Hiring intentions up sharply from third quarter, but far off last year’s pace
Unemployment rate edges higher
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Heavy job losses in retail and wholesale trade
Biggest declines seen in the service sector
Jobs recovery will lag return to economic growth
April increase the smallest in six months: StatsCan
But slower pace of employment declines suggests a step in the right direction, economists say
Firms aim at “rightsizing” in light of crisis
Agreements contribute $1.4 billion in new funding