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Canada Faces Rising Youth Unemployment Amid Economic Uncertainty
8/29/2025
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Story summary
- Canada's payroll employment grew by only 0.2% annually as of June 2025, with declines in sectors excluding health care and public administration since August 2024.
- Youth unemployment hit 14.6% in July 2025, the highest level since 2010, driven by automation and fewer entry-level jobs.
- A federal cap on study permits may reduce job competition but highlights ongoing economic uncertainty and rising unemployment.
