Every time you or a loved one gets a blood test, cancer screening, or other lab work, a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) is working behind the scenes to make sure the results are accurate and delivered on time. These professionals
Toronto at Home: Building on Shifting Ground
A four-part series that explores the evolution of housing in Toronto, unpacking its history, its current challenges, and potential pathways forward.
June Labour Lowdown: Toronto’s Labour Market Better than Expected
Unemployment Up Amid Higher Participation Toronto’s labour market sent mixed signals in May 2025, reflecting early uncertainty stemming from the recent implementation of U.S. tariffs. The unemployment rate rose slightly to 9.1% (up from 8.7% in April), reversing a brief
Business Licenses as an Early Indicator of Future Jobs
Business licenses can serve as a leading indicator of future employment trends, providing insight into economic activity before jobs are officially created. When new businesses apply for licenses in many cases they signal upcoming labour demand. Understanding these patterns can help policymakers, job seekers, and Employment Ontario Service Providers prepare for shifts in the job market.
May Labour Lowdown: Toronto’s Labour Market at a Crossroad.
Despite broader economic turbulence, employment data from both the Labour Force Survey and Jobs TO were moderately positive. Toronto’s unemployment rate edged down slightly to 9.3% in April, from 9.5% in March, interrupting the upward trajectory seen since January. While
Stats Canada Data Visualizations
By simplifying large datasets and making trends visible at a glance, data visualizations allow EO service providers to tailor supports and programming more effectively.
April Labour Lowdown. Toronto’s Labour Market Uncertainty Persists
In March 2025, Toronto’s labour market demonstrated signs of continued economic stress, reflecting broader economic conditions influenced by ongoing international trade tensions and recently imposed tariffs. Toronto’s unemployment rate rose to 9.5% in March 2025, up from 9.1% in February
Navigating Life’s Surprises: How Toronto’s Insurance Industry Supports Us All
Picture this: a long-awaited family vacation from Toronto to the sunny shores of Mexico, complete with a toddler eager to splash around. Everything was perfect until our luggage, packed with our little one’s essentials, decided to go on its own
JobsTO Labour Lowdown March 2025
Potential Tariffs Take Their Toll Toronto’s labour market is showing clear signs of strain as economic pressures continue to weigh on employment opportunities. As of February 2025, the city’s unemployment rate remains at 9%, unchanged from the previous month, while
Unlocking the Promise of Affordable Child Care in Toronto: Insights from TWIG’s Report
The Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement’s latest fee reductions beginning 2025, capping daily fees at $22 for children under six reflect a significant policy win for families. This change is projected to save Toronto families nearly $300 million in 2025 alone. However, the impact of these changes on the availability and distribution of child care spaces presents a complex picture worth exploring.