Newly certified journeypersons also reported using the Canada Emergency Response Benefit at a higher rate (38.4%) than the general working population (35.2%).

One large city says it is already feeling the impacts of the law financially, another is delaying a housing-related project due to the uncertainty.

The company said Canada offers ideal conditions, including a local supply of raw materials and wide access to clean electricity.

Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced that the requirement will start with students who enter Grade 9 in September 2024.

In its labour force survey Friday, Statistics Canada said the economy added 22,000 jobs last month, with employment up in the private sector.