AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIndustry Investment: Ottawa and Ontario announced $8.7 billion in support for provincial industries, including up to $1 billion for Ring of Fire roads and funding for steel and auto sectors, with governments saying the plan will protect jobs and attract investment. Layoffs: EA plans to close Edmonton’s BioWare studio and cut about 400 jobs company-wide, including roughly 50 at the Canadian developer. Labour Relations: Teck copper mine workers in B.C. issued a 72-hour strike notice, while 120,000 federal public servants are facing strike votes. Employment Outlook: B.C. lost 61,700 private-sector jobs, adding to concerns about a weakening labour market. Hiring: Amazon is recruiting 9,000 seasonal workers across Canada, with average pay reported near $24 an hour. Immigration and Skills: Thunder Bay-area employers will have access to 150 nominations through Ontario’s regional immigration program; separately, new Express Entry rules will award points for some high-wage job offers without requiring an LMIA. Health Workforce: Canada’s nursing workforce is growing, but shortages and wage pressures persist.
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