5 d. ago Here's when Canadians can cash in on the next government payouts in May

Eligible Canadians can expect money from the government this month through various Government of Canada benefits and credits.According to Statistics Canada, the country's inflation rate rose to 2.3 per cent in March, slightly lower than the 2.6 per cent increase seen in February.Despite a slightly lower inflation rate, life in Canada remains expensive, and unemployment is rising.In March, the cost of housing increased by 3.9 per cent, while transportation costs rose by 1.2 per cent. Food purchased from stores continues to become more expensive, with prices increasing by 3.2 per cent.As the cost of living remains high, it's worth checking to see which government benefits you may qualify for. Ensure that your direct deposit is enabled, as you look forward to the following benefits, if you meet the criteria:Canada Child Benefit (CCB) — May 20Eligible families in Canada can expect their monthly Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment on May 20. In July 2024, with the ...

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5 d. ago US filings for jobless benefits inch up as labor market remains strong despite fears of downturn

U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose modestly last week as business continue to retain workers despite fears of a possible economic downturn. Jobless claim applications inched up by 6,000 to 222,000 for the week ending April 19, the Labor Department said Thursday. That’s just barely more than the 220,000 new applications analysts forecast. Weekly applications […]

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3 w. ago Reducing red tape on Canadian businesses could free up resources for growth; study

Canadian businesses spent 768 million hours on regulatory compliance in 2024, equivalent to nearly 394,000 full-time jobs

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3 w. ago Lethbridge bucks the trend, gains ground amid national job losses

As Canada suffered 33,000 job losses in March, Lethbridge managed to fill 400 new positions despite seeing the unemployment rate rise slightly.

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3 w. ago Canada lost 33K jobs in March as unemployment ticks up slightly

Canada shed 33,000 jobs in March and unemployment increased 0.1 per cent to 6.7 per cent as companies shift gears amid a broader trade war.

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3 w. ago Canadian economy lost 33,000 jobs in March, biggest loss since 2022

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the economy lost 33,000 jobs in March, the biggest loss since January 2022, while the unemployment rate ticked higher. The agency says the unemployment rate for March rose to 6.7 per cent compared with 6.6 per cent in February. The drop in jobs reverses some of the gains made by […]

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3 w. ago Canada’s unemployment rate rises to 6.7% as economy loses 33,000 jobs

Largest decrease in employment since January 2022

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3 w. ago Fewer Americans file for jobless benefits last week as labor market continues to show strength

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell modestly last week, remaining within the same range of recent years. Jobless claim filings fell by 6,000 to 219,000 for the week ending March 29, the Labor Department said Thursday. That’s less than the 226,000 new applications analysts forecast. Weekly applications for jobless benefits are considered a […]

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4 w. ago Tariffs could mean 160,000 lost jobs in second quarter, says Conference Board

The research group is also forecasting that tariffs will be lifted by the start of the third quarter

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4 w. ago Tariffs could lead to 160,000 job losses in second quarter: Conference Board

TORONTO — Trade tensions with the U.S. will likely mean a painful next few months for workers and the economy but could be short-lived, the Conference Board of Canada said in its latest outlook. Canada could see some 160,000 people lose their job in the second quarter, pushing unemployment up to 7.3 per cent, while […]

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