Average weekly earnings rose to $1,312: Statistics Canada
The report potentially complicates the Fed’s upcoming rate decision
Nearly half of the spending was on social protection and health
For now, the U.S. job market appears stuck in a “low-hire, low-fire” state
Eligibility rates declined across the Prairie provinces
EI beneficiary numbers climbed 13.2% between December 2024 and July
Measures include $5B fund to help companies pivot to new products, retraining funds and changes to EI