When people think of apprenticeships and skilled trades, occupations such as electricians, welders, or heavy equipment technicians often come to mind. Less frequently discussed is the work of arborists; specialized professionals who plant, inspect, maintain, and safely remove trees in

President Trump is considering renaming Lake Ontario “Lake America.” He has also caught fish and seafood in his tariff net: 25% U.S. tariffs briefly applied to Canadian seafood in March 2025 before being suspended, while Canada is now preparing a

AI headlines have taken a dramatic turn lately, with researchers and technology experts in the area warning that increasingly powerful AI systems could eventually pose risks to humanity. While much of that conversation is about what might happen months or

As GO Transit continues to expand its network, including the launch of new service to Stratford today, this chart shows transit usage in the Toronto region over the past eight years. TTC (red) represents average weekday ridership by month, while

As tariff and political tensions between Canada and the United States have escalated, Canadians began changing where they travelled.  Canadian-resident border crossings returning from the United States fell 25.4% in 2025. At Toronto Pearson, transborder passenger traffic declined 8.3%, while

The latest data from Stats Can shows business openings in the Toronto CMA steadily contracting over the past year, an early sign of tougher conditions for local entrepreneurs and the jobs they create. It’s a reminder of how important small

This week marks International Sewing Machine Day, making it a fitting time to look at one of Toronto’s oldest industries. The Toronto CMA is still home to 416 textile and apparel establishments, including 165 cut-and-sew clothing manufacturers. While much smaller

Employment Insurance (EI) beneficiaries in the Toronto CMA rose from about 47,000 in January 2023 to over 78,000 by December 2025, indicating growing reliance on EI. The data shows a typical seasonal pattern, with numbers dipping in late spring and

With National Pet Day this Saturday, Toronto’s pet economy, and especially its dogs, comes into sharper focus. As the chart shows, registered dogs across the city have remained consistently high from 2023 to 2026, with popular breeds like Labradors and

In constant 2025 dollars, the Easter basket tells a clear story.  The price of eggs and tulips, the holiday’s staples, have remained relatively stable over time.  Lamb, however, stands apart. Traditionally the centrepiece of an Easter meal, it has increased