Category: Unemployment
‘Turbulent year’ ahead as London jobless rate hits 7.6 per cent
The London area’s jobless rose in December to 7.6 per cent, suggesting a “turbulent year” ahead for job-seekers and the local labour market
The London census metropolitan area posted a 6.5 per cent unemployment rate, compared to 6.2 in September, but still below the October 2024 rate of 6.6, stated data from the national agency.
More people have landed jobs in London and region over the last 12 months, but the unemployment rate nudged up last month as the population and workforce grew faster, new figures show.
London jobless rate rises slightly, matching trend across Ontario
The London area’s unemployment rate rose slightly in September, ending a two-month stretch of improving figures.
London-area jobless rate dips again but growth remains flat
“We’re not seeing growth. . . . These are very small changes, and so everything is just in a holding pattern,” said an economics professor.
London area jobless rate drops – but the big question is why
After three straight months of increases, the London area’s jobless rate dropped last month – but it’s not clear if more people have found work or simply gave up on their job search.