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Canada's Job Market Plummets: 41,000 Jobs Lost Amid Growth

8/10/2025

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In July 2025, Canada faced a staggering loss of 41,000 jobs, predominantly in full-time roles, igniting alarm as the population swells by over 37,000. Analysts express deep concern that the job market may falter, particularly affecting areas like Thunder Bay, which depend heavily on certain industries for livelihoods.

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In July 2025, Canada faced a staggering loss of 41,000 jobs, predominantly in full-time roles, igniting alarm as the population swells by over 37,000. Analysts express deep concern that the job market may falter, particularly affecting areas like Thunder Bay, which depend heavily on certain industries for livelihoods.