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NOCA names new president and executive director
Former President Mark Kivinen assumes the role of executive director, while former Vice President Malcolm Croskery steps into the role of board President. Both appointments took effect on December 5.
Declines in residential sector bring down permit values in October
The total value of building permits dropped by 1.4% to $10.0 billion for the month as losses in the residential sector more than offset gains from the non-residential sector.
Unemployment rate drops slightly to 5.1% in November, labour market still hot
Employment rose in several industries in November, including finance, insurance, real estate, rental and leasing, manufacturing and in information, culture and recreation, while it fell in construction as well as wholesale and retail trade.
GTHA carbon emissions increased 4.5% in 2021
The increase stands in stark contrast to the 8% decrease required annually to bring the region to net zero by 2030.
Volkswagen searching in Canada for first North American battery factory site
The automotive giant said its chief executive Oliver Blume has signed an agreement with Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne to work to identify suitable sites.
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