AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoImmigration and Hiring: Ottawa plans a one-time fast track to permanent residence for up to 100,000 workers and eligible family members already in Canada, while making its rural immigration pathway permanent with 5,500 spaces. The federal government is also doubling the maximum period employers can hire low-wage temporary foreign workers. Labour Market: Canada lost 4,700 jobs in October as unemployment rose to 6.7%; Saskatchewan added 5,900 jobs, highlighting uneven conditions across the country. Industrial Jobs: Roshel’s purchase of Stellantis’ Brampton plant follows the loss of about 2,000 jobs, with a new program intended to help laid-off workers. Honda, meanwhile, plans a $166-million upgrade to its Alliston plant for expanded hybrid production. Workplace Technology: Nearly half of Canadian workers say their employer has given them no guidance on using AI safely, as adoption grows in manufacturing.
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