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Statistics Canada reported that the national unemployment rate edged down after 75,000 jobs were created, while Quebec's unemployment rate rose modestly. The monthly data highlight a divergence between the national trend and the province.
Statistics Canada said that 75,000 new jobs lowered Canada’s overall unemployment rate on August 7, 2026, while Quebec’s unemployment rate rose slightly, indicating a regional divergence in the labor market.
Portillo's announced on July 31, 2026 that it is cutting 18 percent of its Oak Brook headquarters staff, laying off 140 corporate and field‑management employees due to lower restaurant sales, while its roughly 8,000 restaurant workers remain employed.
The U.S. Postal Service will host six job fairs across the Capital Region in August 2026, aiming to connect local job seekers with a variety of postal employment opportunities.
The Canadian National Exhibition has received 50,000 job applications for its upcoming summer employment fair at the Toronto Convention Centre, reflecting strong youth interest in seasonal work.
Ontario lost 16,700 jobs in June 2026, keeping its unemployment rate steady but above the national average, reversing earlier job gains.
