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Working outside in the winter comes with a number of unique risks. With temperatures dropping and snow and ice coating the ground, workers need to be extra careful. A big winter storm could knock out electricity, heat, and communications for hours, or even days, as evidenced by the devastating 2013 ice storm in central and...

So, you’re considering moving to Abbotsford, but you want to know if the city is right for you.  When moving to a new city or country, there are always a few key things people are interested in knowing first. For example, the cost of living, employment and labour force, and leisure activities in the area....

The labour market worldwide has taken a huge hit over these last two years. Many people lost their jobs, and some are still feeling the effects. As it relates to unemployment and their economy, however, Canada is on the road to recovery.  Canada labour market According to a labour force survey done in November 2021,...

What to do in Abbotsford? – British Columbia Abbotsford is considered the largest city in British Columbia, located near the Vancouver metropolitan area. In terms of size, it is physically the largest city in the province. Abbotsford has developed over the years and there is so much to do in this growing city.  The...

What is the unemployment rate in Canada in 2021? This past Friday several Canadian newspapers reported that employment increased to 90,000 (+ 0.5%) in August, this being the third consecutive monthly increase in the country, placing the unemployment rate below 0.4 percentage points of up to 7.1%. The unemployment rate The unemployment rate fell 0.4...

How do Canadian Temporary Agencies Work? How does a temp agency work in Canada? When unexpected times arise, turn to the temp staffing agency for flexibility and options. With temps, you don’t have to worry about how an employee will mesh with your existing workforce. A temp staffing agency can fill in the gap for...

COVID-19: The impact on Canadian workers How has COVID affected full-time jobs in Canada? In 2020, most countries were surprised by the damaging effects of COVID-19, and Canada is not an exception. March and April of last year, the Great White North lost more than three million jobs from a workforce of just over 19...