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
Economy adds jobs in April
Largest increases in the West and Ontario
Bulk of job losses in low-paying positions
Large losses in manufacturing, construction and natural resources
Jobless rate climbs to 7.7%
One quarter of Canadian workers fear they’ll lose their jobs as the recession deepens, according to a survey released Monday by Ipsos Reid.“We’re seeing concerns throughout all levels the organizational structure,” says JB Aloy, Ipsos’ resident expert on employee research. “From managers, to technical specialists, to workers on the floor, there is a great concern […]