AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStudy Permits Cost Increase: Canada is raising proof-of-financial-support amounts for study permit applicants starting Sept. 1, 2026 (up to $553 more for a single applicant, with larger increases for bigger families). Labour Market Hiring: Statistics Canada is hiring “Direct Health Measures Specialists” for nationwide travel roles paying $71,741–$90,184 a year. Workplace Stress & Bargaining: CUPE says Niagara paramedics’ stress videos are going viral as contract talks stall, with thousands of views and a petition pushing for staffing, wages, and mental-health supports. Employer Pay Planning: A survey says employers plan steady merit-based pay increases for 2027 despite uncertainty. Injury Prevention Wins: Nova Scotia’s WCB hit a record low time-loss injury rate (1.15 per 100 workers) and will cut average employer premiums by 15% in 2027. Remote Work Trade-off: A new report warns remote/hybrid work can hurt entry-level learning opportunities. Auto Sector Pressure: As U.S.-Canada trade tensions escalate, businesses report uncertainty and potential cost pressure, with retaliatory tariffs set to hit Sept. 8.
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