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Canada's Unemployment Rate Continues to Rise
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Canada's unemployment rate rose to 5.8% in November, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, with a modest increase in employment. Despite high immigration levels and a contracting economy, the labor market continues to weaken. Wage growth remains high, but is expected to cool as labor demand decreases relative to supply.
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