From Newfoundland to Ontario: 6 Canadian provinces where unemployment is the highest
Canada's labour market faces turbulence as the national unemployment rate climbs to 7.1% in August 2025. Six provinces, including Newfoundland and Labrador at 10.7%, are particularly affected due to reliance on volatile industries like oil, fisheries, and tourism. Alberta's energy sector faces transition pressures, while Ontario struggles with uneven growth.
Canada's labour market faces turbulence as the national unemployment rate climbs to 7.1% in August 2025. Six provinces, including Newfoundland and Labrador at 10.7%, are particularly affected due to reliance on volatile industries like oil, fisheries, and tourism. Alberta's energy sector faces transition pressures, while Ontario struggles with uneven growth.
