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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: October 2025

November 13, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in October, up from the prior month by 66,600 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate fell in the month to 6.9%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in October (-1,100), while the services producing sector saw growth of 67,600 jobs. Labour force: 22,639,100 (+17,300) Employment: 21,081,000 (+66,600) Atlantic Canada Employment declined during [...]

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Canada Signals Global AI Ambition at TECH7 2025

October 29, 2025

Canada is positioning itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence, anchored by sovereign digital infrastructure and a commitment to inclusive growth — that was the message from the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, at Tuesday’s TECH7 Summit in Ottawa. Digital Nova Scotia’s Derek Leung attended the virtual event, which brought together more than 200 government, industry and tech leaders to discuss “Building Trust and [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: September 2025

October 15, 2025

Canada Employment rose during the month by 60,400 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 7.1%. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+42,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 18,400 jobs. Labour force: 22,621,800 (+72,300) Employment: 21,015,300 (+60,400) Atlantic Canada The Atlantic Region experienced growth in employment in September, amounting to 2,900 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside [...]

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New Buy Canadian Policy to Strengthen Opportunities for Canadian Businesses

September 24, 2025

On September 5, 2025, the Government of Canada announced new measures to protect, build, and transform Canada’s strategic industries. At the centre of this plan is a new Buy Canadian Policy, designed to strengthen the economy, build resilience against global shocks, and create more opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses. Through Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), the policy introduces several key changes: Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers and Inputs By November [...]

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Have Your Say: Shaping the Future of CUSMA

September 24, 2025

The first joint review of the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is set for 2026, and preparations are already underway. The federal government has launched consultations to gather perspectives on what’s working well and where improvements could be made. Intergovernmental Affairs are looking to hear from Nova Scotia businesses to learn from your experiences and insights with CUSMA. Your feedback will guide Nova Scotia’s submission to the federal process and help [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: August 2025

September 9, 2025

Canada Employment declined during the month by 65,500 jobs. The job reductions occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 7.1%, reaching its highest point since July 2021. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+1,700), while the service sector saw job reductions of 67,200. Labour force: 22,549,500 (-31,200) Employment: 20,954,900 (-65,500) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in August, down from the previous [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2025

August 14, 2025

Canada The number of people employed declined in July by 40,800 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.9%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in July (-29,000), while the service sector saw job reductions of 11,900. Labour force: 22,580,700 (-33,000) Employment: 21,020,400 (-40,800) Atlantic Canada More people were working in July, with the addition of 4,700 [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2025

July 15, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in June, up from the prior month by 83,100 jobs. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions, though primarily part-time. The unemployment rate declined slightly in June to 6.9%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+10,100), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 73,100 jobs. Labour force: 22,613,700 (+61,000) Employment: 21,061,200 (+83,100) Atlantic Canada Employment [...]

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Innovative Solutions Canada launched a new funding challenge!

July 3, 2025

Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence Challenge sponsor: National Research Council of Canada (NRC) Closing date: August 14, 2025, 14:00 Eastern Time The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered solutions utilizing large language models (LLMs) and big data analytics to enhance open-source intelligence (OSINT) due diligence. The goal is to proactively identify and analyze publicly available information, supporting decision-making to mitigate risks to research [...]

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Testing Stream now open for AI prototypes

July 3, 2025

Call for AI-Driven Prototypes Closing date: July 22, 2025, 14:00 Eastern Time The Government of Canada is seeking pre-commercial, AI-enabled prototypes for real-world testing. These innovations should support a range of government priorities in the following two areas: Robotic Process Automation and Automated Decision Making The rapid development of artificial intelligence and RPA presents new opportunities to transform public service operations. We are interested in testing adaptable technologies that can: Automate [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: May 2025

June 11, 2025

Canada Employment rose during the month by 8,800 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate increased slightly in May to 7.0%, reaching its highest point since August 2021. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in May (-13,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 21,800 jobs. Labour force: 22,552,700 (+35,300) Employment: 20,978,100 (+8,800) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in May, up from the prior [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: April 2025

May 16, 2025

Canada The country experienced growth in employment in April, amounting to 7,400 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.9%, reaching its highest point since September 2021. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in April (-33,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 40,300 jobs. Labour force: 22,517,400 (+46,700) Employment: 20,969,300 (+7,400) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in April, down from [...]

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The Tariff and Customs Advisory Program (TCAP)

April 3, 2025

The Tariff and Customs Advisory Program (TCAP) offers Atlantic Canadian companies expert guidance to manage tariffs, optimize supply chains and stay compliant with trade regulations. The program is being delivered by the Nova Scotia Association of CBDCs and funded in part through ATIGA. What’s included: Up to 12 hours of Consulting (maximum contribution of $1,750) to assist with addressing challenges related to tariffs Expert consultants: Customs Brokers, Trade Consultants and [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: February 2025

March 10, 2025

Canada More people were working in February, with the addition of 1,100 jobs, making it the seventh consecutive monthly gain. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.6%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in February (-19,500), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 20,600 jobs. Labour force: 22,467,200 (-16,800) Employment: 20,994,500 (+1,100) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: January 2025

February 10, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in January, up from the prior month by 76,000 jobs, making it the sixth consecutive monthly gain. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The unemployment rate fell in the month to 6.6%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+53,600), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 22,500 jobs. Labour force: 22,484,000 (+61,200) Employment: 20,993,400 (+76,000) [...]

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