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Rules need change to keep international students in Canada and fill labour gaps: RBC
Researchers with RBC are calling for an urgent reset of Canada's immigration process to keep talented international students in the country to fill key labour shortages.
Could Quebec’s skills training model help solve Canada’s labour shortage?
From baggage handlers to health-care workers, teachers and carpenters, Canada is beset by a shortage of workers in almost every business sector and region of the country.
Safety inspector strike drags into week 6
After nearly six weeks, more than 170 safety inspectors working for Ontario’s Technical Standards and Safety Authority remain on strike, with no further talks scheduled.
Ontario must consult public, groups before expanding 'strong mayor' powers: AMO
A group representing Ontario municipalities says the province must conduct broad consultations as it considers expanding so-called "strong mayor" powers to communities other than Toronto and Ottawa.
CCA, BuildForce and others to launch apprenticeship service initiative
Beginning next month, the program will provide eligible employers with up to $20,000 in financial incentives to hire apprentices from 39 Red Seal trade categories.