Canada's payroll employment dips slightly in November as job vacancies hold steady

Canada saw a modest decline in payroll employment in November 2025, with 26,200 fewer positions recorded than the previous month, according to new data from Statistics Canada. The decrease affected ten of the twenty sectors, particularly retail trade, manufacturing, and accommodation and food services. Despite this monthly pullback, annual figures showed marginal growth, with 48,300 more payroll positions than in November 2024. Average weekly earnings climbed to $1,317.16, marking a 2.5% year-over-year increase. Job vacancies remained relatively stable at 472,100 positions, though they have dropped 12.5% from the previous year, reflecting ongoing shifts in Canada's employment landscape.

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