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5 Things to Know Today: 68,300 Jobs Lost, Loonie at 18-Month Low, BoC Hike Odds Fade

  CANADIAN MONEY BRIEF | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 Canada's job losses pile up, the loonie slides to an 18-month low and the Bank of Canada's rate-hike case weakens. Here's what matters for your wallet this long weekend. 1 Canada lost 68,300 jobs in September Statistics Canada reported 68,300 fewer jobs in September, far worse than the roughly 9,200 gain economists polled by Reuters expected. The unemployment rate rose to 6.5% from 6.4%. It follows a 41,700 drop in August, which means Canada has now lost a net 41,200 jobs in 2026 (versus a gain of 211,300 at this point last year). Education plus health care and social assistance lost 58,400 jobs, manufacturing fell by 12,700 and youth employment (ages 15 to 24) dropped by 48,000. The participation rate slid to 64.8%, its lowest in 29 years outside the pandemic. What it means for you: Average hourly wages for permanent employees rose 2.3% year over year, which is slower than August inflation of 3.0%. If your pay isn'...
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Healthy Eating Tips: Jamie Oliver's valuable tips to get your kids to eat healthy.


 Jamie Oliver, a renowned British chef, is known for his advocacy for healthier diets for school children1. Here are some of his best advice for busy parents:


1. Teach them to cook: Involving your children in cooking will give them a sense of how ingredients become meals and an appreciation for the process. It’s not only a valuable life skill but also a habit that can be developed over time.

2. Use your freezer: Keeping frozen vegetables in stock is a healthy and convenient option. Vegetables like squashes, potatoes, and carrots are affordable and can be used to prepare easy meals throughout the year.

3. Involve them in shopping and prep: Taking your kids to the grocery store or farmers’ market, even if you’re just browsing, can help build their familiarity with healthy ingredients. It creates an experience they’ll remember and associate with fun.

4. Offer good options: Instead of giving your kids the choice between unhealthy fast food and homemade meals, ensure that both options are healthy. For example, let them choose between a protein-packed sandwich with leafy greens or a homemade soup.

5. Explore recipes to cook with kids: This will not only develop their culinary skills but also introduce them to new tastes and textures.

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