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Canada struggles to prepare its workforce for changing digital economy

Canadians have been falling behind when it comes to adopting digital skills, leaving its work force ill-prepared to meet the needs of an increasingly…

‘There’s a war for talent’: Bilingual job applicants are so coveted they can write their own cheque, recruiter says

Francophone candidates are in the driver’s seat. They can demand – and receive – lucrative salaries and perks in the current market, he said.…

Essential stores struggle to stay open amid staff shortages

Canadian businesses in a variety of sectors say they are starting to feel the staffing pinch from the highly contagious Omicron variant of the…

Immigration shortfalls making Canada’s labour problems worse

There’s no question that immigration is a critical part of the solution to Canada’s skilled-labour shortages. By David Parkinson* – Nov, 2021  There’s no…

As the COVID-19 pandemic recedes, here’s how to prep for a hot talent market

Accordingly, companies are bracing for what could be a very active talent market in the coming months. By Naomi Titleman Colla – Special to…

Canada’s job market roars back; hiring climbs, unemployment falls as COVID-19 restrictions lift

Federal budget 2021: Small-business boost key to economic recovery: Liberals

The federal government is extending the wage and rent subsidies through the summer, keeping program eligibility unchanged and introducing a new incentive for small…

Vaccines, warm weather and an economic boom: Why we could be in for a truly wonderful summer

Summer is just around the corner. It will be a time to remain vigilant against our unwelcome COVID-19 guest. But we will also know…

What makes eastern Ontario the best place to live and work?

Written by Ontario East Economic Development Get the qualtity of life you want in Eastern Ontario. Eastern Ontario is a rare combination of exciting…