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Statistics Canada Begins Major Workforce Overhaul, Cutting 850 Positions

    Statistics Canada says it will be cutting around 850 of its staff along with 12 per cent of its executive team. Statistics Canada is moving ahead with a major restructuring that will see roughly 850 jobs eliminated , including a portion of its executive ranks. The agency confirmed that it has entered a formal workforce adjustment period, with affected employees set to receive notices over the next two weeks. The cuts are part of a broader federal initiative to reduce public service spending. With more than 7,200 employees as of early 2025, Statistics Canada is among several departments facing significant downsizing as the government seeks long‑term budget efficiencies. Union representatives have raised concerns about the impact on the agency’s ability to maintain the quality and timeliness of national data. Management, however, has emphasized that voluntary departures and early retirement incentives will be used where possible to ease the transition. The announcement m...

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U.S. Presidential Election: Key Updates and What to Watch For

 

As the U.S. presidential election approaches, both candidates are making their final push to secure votes. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are focusing on key battleground states, with rallies and events planned throughout the day.

Trump is scheduled to hold rallies in North Carolina and Pennsylvania, ending his day in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Harris will spend the day in Pennsylvania, visiting cities like Scranton, Allentown, Reading, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia. Both campaigns are emphasizing the importance of voter turnout, with millions of Americans having already cast their early ballots.

Polls show a tight race, with several key states expected to determine the outcome. The candidates are making their final appeals to voters, highlighting their respective platforms and addressing critical issues such as the economy, healthcare, and national security.

As the nation prepares for Election Day, the world watches closely, anticipating the results of this historic election.



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