June 19, 2025 - Parental Leave in Alberta (2025): EI Pay, Time Off & Legal Rights - Bringing a new child into your family is an exciting time but it can also raise important questions about work, income, and job security. In Alberta, non-birthing parents (including fathers, adoptive parents, and same-sex partners) may be eligible for job-protected parental leave often referred to as "paternity leave" and paid EI benefits to care for a newborn or newly adopted child. This guide explains your rights and what you need to know about parental leave in Alberta. (Full Story)

June 17, 2025 - Province gives $1.2M to post-military career services for veterans - The Alberta government is pledging more than $1 million to help veterans find and pursue careers after their military service. Receiving $1.2 million in funding from the province is Prospect Human Services' Forces@Work program, which gives specialized support to former military and public service workers in their search for civilian careers. (Full Story)

June 9, 2025 - Alberta lost 1,800 full-time jobs last month - The federal government released their May 2025 job numbers yesterday, and job numbers are down in Alberta. The net decrease to jobs between last month and April was 1,700. Since the start of 2025, Alberta has seen a net loss of 8,600 jobs. Among workers 25 years of age and older, men saw the largest increase between April and May. There were 6,600 more men over 25 at work last month compared to April. Those numbers jump to a gain of 13,500 if you include those who are 15-24 years old. (Full Story)

June 2, 2025 - Understanding Termination Pay vs. Severance Pay in Alberta - When employment ends in Alberta, you may be owed far more than just a few weeks' pay. Most employees are entitled to up to 24 months' pay - but you need to understand the difference between termination pay and severance pay to know your full rights. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they serve distinct purposes under Alberta law. And both are minimums under the Employment Standards Code (ESC) - your actual common law rights can be significantly higher. (Full Story)

May 29, 2025 - Boosting job support for parents - Alberta's strength lies in its people, and in the families that call this province home. But for many parents, especially single parents, meeting the demands of raising children and earning an income can be a significant challenge. Through Budget 2025, Alberta's government is committing $5.3 million to support programs that help parents find the stable, reliable work they need to ensure Alberta remains the best place to live, work, and raise a family. (Full Story)

May 9, 2025 - Alberta sees employment gains in April, unemployment unchanged - Alberta's unemployment rate was unchanged in April, despite an employment gain. Statistics Canada released its April 2025 Labour Force Survey on Friday, which showed Alberta's jobless rate sitting at 7.1 per cent, the same as the month prior. According to the report, employment in Alberta increased by 15,000 (+0.6%) in April, offsetting a decline in March. (Full Story)

April 30, 2025 - Alberta boosting funding for job training, employment services - The Government of Alberta has increased funding for employment services and development. Budget 2025 includes $185 million over three years to expand employment supports for Albertan workers and to help employers find and train staff. Data from Statistics Canada showed Alberta's unemployment rate jumped in March from 6.7 per cent to 7.1 per cent -- the third-highest rate in the country that month. (Full Story)

April 25, 2025 - Partnering with unions to grow apprenticeships - From homes to highways, skilled tradespeople shape Alberta's landscape. Journeypersons play a pivotal role in upholding and advancing industry standards, and becoming an apprentice is the first step to a skilled trades career. That is why Alberta's government is investing $15 million over the next three years to create a new grant program that will empower unions to offer apprenticeship training in high demand programs. (Full Story)

June 20, 2025 - Paternity Leave in BC: What Fathers Need to Know (2025) - Welcoming a new child is a life-changing moment and in BC, new fathers have the right to take time off work to bond with their baby and support their family. While it's often called "paternity leave," the legal term is parental leave, and it applies equally to biological, adoptive, and same-sex parents. If you're a dad in BC wondering whether you can take time off work after the birth or adoption of a child and get paid while doing it this guide breaks it down clearly. (Full Story)

June 19, 2025 - Registration open for training grant that supports in-demand jobs - People hoping to build better careers will continue to have access to a popular grant program, as registration for StrongerBC future skills grant funded programming opens for the fall semester. People living in British Columbia can continue to access grants for eligible short-term training programs at public post-secondary institutions, giving them more opportunities to gain new skills for in-demand jobs. The grant covers up to $3,500 and is open to B.C. residents over age 19. (Full Story)

June 18, 2025 - B.C. youth struggling to find summer jobs: ‘I don't want to graduate' - Finding a summer job may be harder than ever, with new numbers showing a jump in unemployment among youth in B.C. According to the B.C. Business Council, the unemployment rate for B.C. youth has climbed from 10.5 per cent to 16.6 per cent in the last year. It is the biggest jump of any province, and the second-highest youth unemployment rate in Canada behind Alberta. (Full Story)

June 6, 2025 - B.C. adds 13K jobs in May for third straight month of gains - B.C.'s labour market is showing few signs of getting bogged down by global trade uncertainty. The province added 13,000 jobs to the economy in May the third straight month of gains, according to data released Friday from Statistics Canada. Despite those gains, the province's unemployment rate increased 0.2 percentage points to 6.4 per cent as more people entered the labour market looking for work. (Full Story)

May 23, 2025 - Report a workplace injury or disease - When someone suffers a work-related injury or disease, we're here to help. We understand it can be a stressful time and we offer support through each step of the process, starting with the initial report of the injury. At the beginning of the claim, we need to hear from the injured worker and their employer. If the worker was assessed or treated by a health care provider, we also need to hear from the provider. We use this information to start the claim and assess the worker's eligibility for services and benefits. (Full Story)

May 22, 2025 - WorkSafe BC's confusing and contradictory gratuities as assessed payroll policy must be immediately paused and reassessed - Both the British Columbia Restaurant & Foodservices Association (BCRFA) and Restaurants Canada are calling for WorkSafe BC to pause enforcement of their confusing and punitive all verifiable gratuities as assessed payroll policy directive that conflicts with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) rules on direct versus controlled gratuities. WorkSafe BC must undertake a consultation to find an alternative policy solution. (Full Story)

May 22, 2025 - People facing barriers to employment will gain experience for in-demand jobs - The Province, in partnership with the Government of Canada, is providing $7.7 million over two years to create work opportunities for people facing significant barriers to employment. The Work Experience Opportunities Grant (WEOG) will offer grants to non-profit organizations to create time-limited paid work opportunities for people on income and disability assistance and Indigenous people receiving equivalent federal assistance. The program will provide additional income without affecting income or disability-assistance benefits. (Full Story)

April 17, 2025 - B.C. bans sick notes for short absences - Employers in British Columbia will no longer be permitted to demand sick notes from employees for short-term illnesses, under proposed legislative changes aimed at freeing up time for health professionals and reducing administrative strain on the healthcare system. Labour Minister Jennifer Whiteside introduced Bill 11 this week, which amends the province's Employment Standards Act to clarify when employers can request medical documentation. (Full Story)

May 26, 2025 - Immigration trends in Canada: Can Manitoba employers still rely on foreign workers? - In late 2023 and early 2024, the federal and provincial governments realized that a housing shortage, arguably decades in the making, was causing difficulties for Canadians. In a partial response to this issue, the Canadian government announced tighter immigration policies designed at restricting the number of foreign nationals who could live, work, study and immigrate to Canada. (Full Story)

May 23, 2025 - Governments of Canada, Manitoba Raising Wages for Early Childhood Educators - The Manitoba government is increasing wages for early childhood educators (ECE), with funding from the Canada-Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. The wage grid sets target wages for various positions within the early learning and child-care sector. This year's wage grid focuses on frontline early childhood educators wages, for an increase of up to $5 an hour depending on certification level and the size of the child-care centre. (Full Story)

May 13, 2025 - Manitoba Workers Compensation Board Rebating Surplus Premiums - The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba has announced plans to rebate surplus funds to employers whose premiums fund the workers compensation system. The WCB states that strong investment returns, prudent financial management, and a stable reserve fund have allowed it to return $122 million to employers that will come in the form of a credit equivalent to 50 per cent of a rate payers 2024 premium. RCC was actively supporting a movement by a coalition of organizations to return these surplus reserves. (Full Story)

April 29, 2025 - Manitoba invites more skilled workers to apply for nomination - Manitoba's Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held an immigration selection on 17 April, inviting skilled workers outside Canada to apply for provincial nomination. Candidates were considered for this draw if they were invited directly by the MPNP under a strategic recruitment initiative. The MPNP issued 27 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs)* to candidates through its Skilled Worker Overseas stream. (Full Story)

April 15, 2025 - Manitoba Government Announces More Workers Will Be Able to Stay in Manitoba - The Manitoba government has announced a two-year Manitoba-specific extension to facilitate work permits for prospective Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates, Labour and Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino announced today. MPNP candidates whose work permits expired in 2024 or expire in 2025 will be eligible to apply for the two-year Manitoba-specific work permit extension beginning April 22 under temporary public policy. (Full Story)

June 6, 2025 - WorkSafeNB improves benefits to better support workers and families - WorkSafeNB is taking a significant step forward in strengthening New Brunswick's workers' compensation system with a new set of benefit enhancements and legislative updates - now passed into law - aimed at improving financial security, fairness, and clarity for workers and their families. This latest round of changes enhances and simplifies survivor benefits, expands protections for young workers, improves retirement security for injured workers, and modernizes legislation to reflect today's workforce and values. (Full Story)

May 30, 2025 - Employers reminded of rules of employing children under 16 - As students prepare for summer break, and many begin seeking work, employers are reminded of the rules related to employing children. Restrictions for those under the age of 16 are in place to ensure their safety and well-being in the workplace. These restrictions relate to where, when and how many hours children may work. (Full Story)

May 22, 2025 - Advocates launch ‘pay transparency' campaign in New Brunswick - Advocates who are fighting to end the gender pay gap have launched a new campaign calling for greater transparency in how much people get paid in New Brunswick. The proposed "pay transparency" legislation would require employers to include salary ranges in job postings, protect workers' rights to discuss their pay, ban questions about past salaries during the hiring process, and require big companies to report their pay gaps. (Full Story)

June 16, 2025 - Despite major trade-worker unemployment, N.L. government says it's not worried - The completion of several megaprojects has left thousands of commercial trade workers unemployed in Newfoundland and Labrador. Trades N.L. Deputy Director Corey Parsons told CBC that 74 per cent of its 14,000 members are without work in the province and left to choose between two options: apply for employment insurance benefits or chase work across Canada. (Full Story)

June 11, 2025 - New Workforce Development Project Gives Skilled Trades Another Boost - The Newfoundland government is announcing funding to develop a comprehensive understanding of the current environment of the skilled trades in the construction industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. TradesNL will receive funding to initiate a labour market assessment project beginning with developing and distributing a targeted industry survey to understand the current membership, workforce availability, and barriers to entry in all construction sectors in Newfoundland and Labrador. (Full Story)

May 29, 2025 - N.L. releases numbers needed to boost health care workforce - The provincial government has announced a new plan focused on recruitment and retention to increase the health sector workforce in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Registered Nurses' Union says findings don't reflect the reality of the workload nurses face and say retention efforts must involve protection against excessive workload and violence faced on the job. (Full Story)

May 29, 2025 - Provincial Government Releases Health Human Resources Plan - The Provincial Government has released the first phase of a Health Human Resources Plan, which outlines workforce projections for 21 distinct health care occupations over the next 10 years. This plan delivers on a key recommendation of Health Accord NL that called for the development of a long-term health human resource plan to help build and sustain a strong health workforce in Newfoundland and Labrador. (Full Story)

May 23, 2025 - Pay transparency supports employers' attraction, retention strategies, employee equity: expert - While pay transparency requirements differ across Canada, there are several best practices for employers to ensure equity in the workplace, says Caitlin Hurren, legal counsel at ADP Canada. Provincial pay transparency legislation is gradually being enacted across the country. On Jan. 1, 2026, Ontario-based employers will be required to include total compensation including base salary, bonuses and commissions or a range of expected compensation up to $50,000. (Full Story)

May 23, 2025 - WorkplaceNL: Select claim-related letters for employers are moving online - Effective Monday, May 26, 2025, WorkplaceNL will begin distributing some claim-related letters for employers online in connect rather than sending them via mail. Employers will begin receiving letters online automatically. Firm Administrators may grant access to others in the organization as required. Access is granted through the Account Management option in the left-hand menu. (Full Story)

May 21, 2025 - Wage support program for NL small businesses back for 2025 - The Newfoundland and Labrador Wage Support Program for 2025 is accepting applications, the Board of Trade, in partnership with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced on Wednesday, May 21. 2025. The initiative is designed to support small-and medium-sized businesses as they navigate the challenges of rising operational costs including the recent minimum wage increase. (Full Story)

May 7, 2025 - Provincial Government Invests Nearly $2 Million in AI Training for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses - The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $1,950,000 to support the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Community Business Development Corporation's creation of a new artificial intelligence micro-credential training program for small and medium-sized enterprises across the Newfoundland and Labrador. Many small and medium-sized enterprises in Newfoundland and Labrador face challenges with core business functions such as human resources, finance and customer experience. (Full Story)

April 22, 2025 - Budget 2025 Eliminates Fees for Apprentices and Trade Qualifiers - As part of Budget 2025: Smarter. Stronger. Better., the Provincial Government has eliminated fees for apprentices and trade qualifiers effective April 1, 2025, making it more affordable for individuals to obtain journeyperson certification and incentivizing entry into the skilled trades. Newfoundland and Labrador apprentices will no longer have to pay fees to write or rewrite an exam. Fees for replacing logbooks and certificates have also been removed. (Full Story)

May 27, 2025 - GNWT Advances Indigenous Employment Through Targeted Departmental Action - The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) continues to make meaningful progress in its efforts to improve Indigenous representation in the public service through the Indigenous Recruitment and Retention Framework. A key element of the Framework is the Departmental Indigenous Employment Plan (DIEP) initiative, which requires GNWT departments and agencies to set and work toward specific employment and advancement targets for Indigenous persons. (Full Story)

May 17, 2025 - NWT business groups want ‘urgent action' on expiring work permits - Three business groups in the Northwest Territories have asked federal and territorial leaders to help international workers with expiring work permits. At the start of 2025, Ottawa cut in half the number of people the NWT can accept through a key immigration stream. Business leaders have for months said vacancies will be tough to fill with so few places available, while workers with expiring permits who did not get one of 90 berths offered in February have no recourse. (Full Story)

May 2, 2025 - WSCC launches new workplace safety planning guide - The organization that oversees safety at work in the Northwest Territories has published a new guide designed to help employers improve safety. The Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission said its Workplace Safety Planning Guide had been released on Thursday to tie in with North America's annual Safety and Health Week. (Full Story)

June 25, 2025 - Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia E-News Update - The June 2025 edition of our e-newsletter is now available, with a focus on partnerships that drive better return-to-work outcomes for everyone, an invitation to attend a webinar on rates (how they are set and how you can influence them), and a reminder to protect vulnerable young workers in your workplace. (Full Story)

June 23, 2025 - No one ever calls them back': University students in N.S. struggling to find summer jobs - As summer begins, university students in Nova Scotia are scrambling to find work and many say they are frustrated. Recent national figures for the under-24 age group say they're not alone. According to a Statistics Canada report for June, the national unemployment rate for returning students hit 20.1 per cent in May, the highest since 1999 other than during the COVID pandemic. (Full Story)

June 4, 2025 - WCB's Board of Directors approves Return to Work and Duty to Cooperate Policy - WCB Nova Scotia's Board of Directors has approved a suite of policies that will provide guidance on how Duty to Cooperate will be supported when it takes effect July 15. The Return to Work and Duty to Cooperate Policy sets out guiding principles that will help WCB support workers and employers to know their role and responsibilities in early and safe return-to-work. (Full Story)

May 27, 2025 - Deadline to Create Policy to Prevent and Address Workplace Harassment - A reminder to RCC members who do business in Nova Scotia that by September 1, 2025, all employers in the province must have created a policy to prevent and address workplace harassment. To assist in this regard, the Safety Branch of Nova Scotia's Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration has released a new awareness video: Preventing Workplace Harassment in Nova Scotia. (Full Story)

May 24, 2025 - N.S. needs far more tradespeople. Diversity is key to meeting that demand, expert says - Thousands of carpenters and electricians will be needed in Nova Scotia to retrofit homes as the province looks to reach net zero by 2050, but one group warns there may not be enough skilled trade workers unless the industry "opens the door a little wider" to women and racialized groups. Chris Benjamin, the centre's senior energy co-ordinator, says that the province doesn't currently have enough young workers to meet future demand. (Full Story)

May 16, 2025 - New Employment Support Programs for Youth - Youth from low-income households or at risk of poverty in Nova Scotia will have better access to post-secondary education, training and apprenticeship opportunities with more funding for youth employment support programs. The government is investing in youth programs that help remove financial barriers and create new pathways to education and training. (Full Story)

May 12, 2025 - Direct Deposit available for workers - WCB Nova Scotia offers direct deposit as a fast, secure method for workers to receive their benefits. This includes regular monthly long-term benefits, temporary benefits, medical aid, and travel expenses. For those still receiving cheques by mail, there's never been a better time to make the switch to direct deposit. With just a few steps, you can join the thousands of Nova Scotians who have already moved to paperless payment.  (Full Story)

May 11, 2025 - N.S. slashing program that helps people overcome workforce barriers - Nova Scotia Liberals are urging the Houston government to reverse a decision to cut the Work Activity program at year's end. "Cutting this program will hurt people who are trying to get back on their feet," interim Liberal leader Derek Mombourquette said in a news release. "We're talking about real people, many of whom are ready and eager to work but need a helping hand to get there. Instead, this government is pulling the rug out from under them." (Full Story)

April 27, 2025 - Getting ready for 'Duty to Cooperate' law in Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia's Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) is ramping up its efforts to prepare employers for sweeping new legislation set to take effect July 15. The law introduces a legal "duty to cooperate," holding both employers and injured workers accountable for actively supporting timely and safe returns to work. (Full Story)

July 21, 2025 - Reminder to Nunavut students: apply to Tuglirijavut for summer and year-round employment - The Department of Human Resources encourages high school students, post-secondary students and recent graduates to register for the Tuglirijavut Student Employment Program and take advantage of summer employment opportunities. Eligible students will receive competitive wages based on their level of experience, a Nunavut Northern Allowance, and access to training and development opportunities. (Full Story)

July 15, 2025 - Call for Applications - WSCC - Occupational Health and Safety Funding Program - The Workers' Safety & Compensation Commission (WSCC) is now accepting applications for initiatives that aim to reduce work-related injuries and illnesses. Organizations that provide occupational health and safety services, education or training in communities in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut are encouraged to apply. (Full Story)

July 15, 2025 - $19.75: highest minimum wage rate announced - Already boasting the highest minimum wage rate across territories and provinces, Nunavut's base pay will move even higher later this year. The territory's minimum pay rate will increase to $19.75 per hour effective September 1, 2025, according to the territorial government, maintaining the highest rate in all of Canada. (Full Story)

July 8, 2025 - Minimum wage to rise to $19.75, formula introduced to adjust minimum wage annually - The Government of Nunavut is introducing a new approach to calculating the territory's minimum wage and will be increasing the minimum wage to $19.75 per hour effective September 1, 2025. Beginning this year, Nunavut's minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually on September 1 using a formula. (Full Story)

May 1, 2025 - WSCC launches new Workplace Safety Planning Guide - The Workers' Safety & Compensation Commission (WSCC) is pleased to mark Safety and Health Week this year with the launch of a new Workplace Safety Planning Guide for employers in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Safety and Health Week is celebrated annually in North America during the first week of May to raise awareness about the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace. (Full Story)

July 29, 2025 - Ottawa pursues safety harmonization with Ontario poised to lead - The federal government is ramping up efforts to harmonize occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations across Canada, aiming to eliminate the patchwork of rules that complicate labour mobility and workplace safety for businesses and workers operating in multiple provinces. (Full Story)

July 25, 2025 - Vacation Pay Ontario: Know Your Employee Rights (2025) - In Ontario, employees are legally entitled to vacation pay money earned while taking time off work. Whether you're paid hourly, on salary, or by commission, the Employment Standards Act (ESA) guarantees this benefit. This guide breaks down how vacation pay works, who qualifies, how it's calculated, and what you're owed when you leave a job. We've included answers to the top questions Ontarians ask about vacation pay and how to get legal help if your rights are denied. (Full Story)

July 10, 2025 - Layoff Provision Not a "Termination Provision": Ontario Court Provides Further Guidance on Interpretation of Employment Agreements - A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has provided helpful guidance to employers on what parts of an employment contract will be considered a "termination provision" as part of a court's assessment of their enforceability. (Full Story)

July 7, 2025 - Ontario Protecting Forest Sector Jobs and Workers - The Government of Ontario is protecting workers and jobs in the forest sector by investing over $9.1 million in five research, innovation and modernization projects in Eastern Ontario. The investments from the Forest Biomass Program will help boost Ontario's forest sector's competitive advantage by creating new jobs, increasing productivity and opening up opportunities for revenue streams in new markets. (Full Story)

June 17, 2025 - Youth unemployment is approaching a boiling point in Ontario - Canada is confronting a deepening youth employment emergency that policy-makers and political debates have largely overlooked, as a recent CCPA analysis highlighted. Given Ontario's status as the country's most populous province and largest economy, understanding youth unemployment trends is essential for grasping how deteriorating economic conditions are affecting young people. (Full Story)

June 12, 2025 - Record of Employment (ROE) in Ontario - 2025 Guide - In Ontario, a Record of Employment (ROE) is more than just paperwork it's a crucial legal document that can directly affect whether an employee qualifies for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits. If you're an employer, issuing an ROE on time and using the correct code is not optional. Failing to do so could result in government penalties. (Full Story)

June 5, 2025 - Province Making it Easier for American Doctors and Nurses to Work in Ontario - The Ontario government is taking significant steps to strengthen its health-care workforce by making it easier for U.S.-licensed nurses and board-certified physicians to move to and practise in Ontario. The change is part of the government's plan to protect and strengthen Ontario's health-care system by increasing the number of health-care professionals working in the province. (Full Story)

June 5, 2025 - The Latest Changes to the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 - Several 2024 amendments to the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) will be implemented in summer 2025, and more new requirements will take effect starting in 2026. Below is a detailed overview of these changes, organized by their effective dates. Employers in Ontario may want to note these deadlines and update their processes and policies accordingly. (Full Story)

May 28, 2025 - Working For Workers Seven Act, 2025 - Today, the government introduced the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025. If passed, the act and a related set of regulatory proposals and proposed policy actions would introduce measure to create safer workplaces for stronger workers, fight worker abuse, and protect Ontario workers. (Full Story)

May 26, 2025 - Ontario Helping Workers Access Skills Training Faster - The Ontario government will soon introduce a series of proposed changes to protect workers, including cutting red tape to accelerate the construction of Skills Development Fund (SDF) training centres. The government is also proposing a number of other measures that would support workers, including workers who are directly impacted by tariff-related layoffs or other disruptions. (Full Story)

July 23, 2025 - The WCB is here for you - Survivor Benefits - If a worker dies as a result of a compensable work-related accident, injury or illness, the WCB will assist with burial costs, and survivor benefits may also be paid to a spouse, a child under the age of 18, or a dependant of the deceased worker. The WCB provides an allowance of $15,000 for memorial services, burials or cremations. A spouse, child or sole dependant will also be paid a lump sum payment equal to 100% of the maximum annual earnings in the year the death occurred. (Full Story)

July 22, 2025 - Prince Edward Island extends more invitations to foreign nationals to apply for provincial nomination - On 17 July, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) issued invitations to foreign nationals to apply for provincial nomination. Candidates were invited based on their ability to beneficially impact the Prince Edward Island economy by working in priority sectors and in-demand occupations. (Full Story)

June 21, 2025 - Graduating, but not getting hired: P.E.I. grads face uncertain job market - "Unemployment rate for youth is high right now," says Kylah Hennessey, a career counsellor at UPEI, says she's heard from a number of final-year students and new graduates struggling to find full-time work, whether in their field or even in casual employment. Recent data from Statistics Canada proves that. Apart from the pandemic, Canadian graduates between the ages of 15 and 24 are facing the highest unemployment rate this country has seen since the mid-1990s. (Full Story)

May 17, 2025 - Prince Edward Island designates new employers for the Atlantic Immigration Program - Foreign nationals seeking permanent residency (PR) through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) must obtain a job offer from a designated employer. On May 15, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) published an updated list of designated employers, featuring 20 new names. Further, the province has removed 14 previously recognized designated employers from its newly published list. (Full Story)

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May 14, 2025 - WCB of PEI reports record satisfaction among injured workers - The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of Prince Edward Island is reporting its highest-ever satisfaction levels among injured workers following its most recent biannual survey. Craig Abbott, acting director of claims and compensation at the WCB, attributes the positive results to a client-centered approach and continuous improvement efforts. (Full Story)

July 28, 2025 - Accessibility survey being conducted by Saskatchewan WCB - In the months of July and August, the Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) will be conducting an accessibility survey with customers to gather feedback on their experiences with accessibility while interacting with the WCB. This is part of the government's commitment to identifying, removing and preventing accessibility barriers for individuals who work at or access government facilities, programs and services. (Full Story)

July 11, 2025 - More People Working in Saskatchewan Than Ever With 26,300 Full Time Jobs Added in June - The latest labour force numbers from Statistics Canada show that in spite of US and Chinese tariffs, Saskatchewan continues to have the strongest labour market in Canada. Saskatchewan has the lowest unemployment rate among provinces at 4.9 per cent, which is well below the national average of 6.9 per cent. Saskatchewan added 20,500 jobs year-over-year in June. (Full Story)

July 10, 2025 - Minimum Wage Set to Increase October 1 - On October 1, 2025, minimum wage in Saskatchewan will increase to $15.35 per hour. Saskatchewan's minimum wage is calculated using an indexation formula, which gives equal weight to changes to the Consumer Price Index and Average Hourly Wage for Saskatchewan. In 2022, the Government of Saskatchewan indicated it would make incremental increases to minimum wage which resulted in a 27 per cent increase from $11.81 per hour to $15 per hour by 2024. (Full Story)

July 10, 2025 - Sask. hiking minimum wage to $15.35 this fall - Saskatchewan's minimum wage is increasing to $15.35 per hour this fall, which could break a tie with Alberta for the lowest rate in the country. The provincial government announced the minimum wage increase on Thursday. The new rate starts Oct. 1. Saskatchewan's current $15/hour minimum wage is tied with Alberta for the lowest in the country. Alberta's rate hasn't changed since 2018. (Full Story)

May 15, 2025 - Saskatchewan passes changes to employment act - The Saskatchewan government has passed amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act, extending leave entitlements and broadening access to protections for more workers. "Our labour legislation supports a growing economy and protects the rights of employees," said Deputy Premier and Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, Jim Reiter. (Full Story)

May 13, 2025 - Employment Standards Amendments Pass - The Government of Saskatchewan has passed amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act that will allow employers to build their business in this province while also supporting workers. "Our labour legislation supports a growing economy and protects the rights of employees," Deputy Premier and Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Jim Reiter said. (Full Story)

July 31, 2025 - Payroll employment, earnings and hours, and job vacancies, May 2025 - Payroll employment Preliminary seasonally adjusted estimates show that in May 2025, Yukon had 25,647 jobs1, a decrease of 30 jobs, or 0.1%, compared to May 2024. Compared to April 2025, the number of jobs increased by 539, or 2.1%. Compared to May 2024, the largest increase in the number of jobs was in the Public administration
sector3 (313 jobs), followed by the Educational services sector (151 jobs), and the Construction sector (104 jobs). (Full Story)

July 24, 2025 - Employment Insurance, May 2025 - In May 2025, the preliminary number of EI beneficiaries (seasonally adjusted) receiving regular income support benefits in Yukon was 550; of which, 370 were men and 190 were women. The total number of beneficiaries in May 2025 (550) decreased by 30, or 5.2%, compared to the May 2024 figure (580) and remained the same as the April 2025 preliminary figure (550). (Full Story)

May 30, 2025 - Workers' Safety and Compensation Board highlights financial performance and continued commitment to prevention - The Workers' Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) has released its 2024 annual report, highlighting progress in prevention, engagement and service delivery. In 2024, WSCB saw the lowest number of time-loss injuries in over a decade. The Board remained focused on prevention and education while supporting workers in recovery and return to work. (Full Story)

May 28, 2025 - Yukon Nominee Program 2025 - Invitations Sent to Selected Employers - The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) is making headlines as the territory takes a strategic step toward solving its labour market challenges. On May 23, 2025, the Government of Yukon began issuing invitations to employers who expressed interest during this year's intake period. With only 215 nomination spots available and over 500 submissions received, the competition is tight, but the approach is focused. (Full Story)