In January 2025, Toronto’s labour market surprised economists by exhibiting positive momentum, and aligning with provincial and national employment trends. Analysts had been expecting the economy would have lost significant jobs based on the spectre of proposed U.S. tariffs and
Tips: Resettling Refugees & Newcomers and Incorporating them into the Workforce
In the context of a tight labor market and labor shortages, resettling refugees and newcomers can be a strategic approach for employers.
September JobsTO Labour Lowdown
Jobs Decline Led by Retail and Construction Toronto’s unemployment rate continued to trend higher in August reaching 8.8 per cent. Our unemployment rate compares unfavourably to the national average of 6.6 percent. Indeed, across Canada, only Windsor and Edmonton had
How to Guide: Attracting, Retaining & Addressing Barriers to Employment for Disabled Persons
This guide aims to help employers attract and retain disabled persons, addressing common barriers in employment. This approach is crucial in a tight labor market and can significantly contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Changing Employer Attitudes and Perceptions
Employer Guide: Understanding Barriers to Employment for Disabled Persons and the Business Case for Inclusion
While many companies claim to prioritize diversity, a significantly smaller percentage actively focus on disability inclusion. Understanding the barriers to employment for disabled persons and recognizing the strong business case for their inclusion is crucial for employers.
June Labour Lowdown
Employment Conditions Improve in May
After months of lagging behind other regions of Canada in job creation, Toronto led the country by adding over 30,000 jobs in May. Unemployment ticked lower to 8.3% while the employment rate increased from 60.4% from 59.8%. Unfortunately, Toronto’s unemployment rate of 8.3% remains well above the national average of 6.2%.
March Labour Lowdown
Across Canada, labour market conditions largely held with the employment numbers holding steady along with unemployment rates. Unfortunately, the Toronto labour market did not fare as well as the rest of Canada. The unemployment rate in Toronto increased 1.7 percentage points to reach 7.5% in March.
Factors Impacting Employability to Address Barriers to Employment
Understanding and addressing employability barriers is crucial for employers to tap into a wider talent pool and enhance workforce efficiency.
How to: Approach Filling Hot Jobs in Innovative Ways
By adopting these 10 strategies, employers can not only fill vacancies more effectively but also build a more diverse and dynamic workforce.
How to: Retaining Women in the Workforce
Women are three times as likely to leave high-contact jobs during a crisis, those jobs were disproportionately affected by the pandemic and women specifically often hold high contact roles like teachers, retail associates or hospitality roles.