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Canada's Federal Election 2025: A Nation Prepares to Vote

On Monday, April 28, Canadians will head to the polls to elect members of the House of Commons for the 45th Canadian Parliament. This election marks a pivotal moment in the nation's political landscape, with key issues such as climate change, economic recovery, and healthcare reform dominating party platforms. Advance polls have already seen record-breaking participation, with over 7.3 million Canadians casting their votes early. The election will also introduce a new 343-seat electoral map, reflecting changes from the 2021 census. As the nation gears up for election day, voters are encouraged to check their registration status and polling locations through the Elections Canada website. With the stakes high and the future uncertain, this election promises to shape Canada's trajectory for years to come.

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U.S. Job Market Shows Resilience with 227,000 New Jobs in November


The U.S. job market rebounded strongly in November, adding 227,000 jobs, a significant recovery from October's meager gain of 36,000 jobs. This bounce-back was largely due to the return of Boeing workers and the recovery from recent hurricanes. Despite this positive job growth, the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 4.2% from 4.1% in October.

The Labor Department's report highlighted that hourly wages rose by 0.4% from October to November and 4% from a year earlier, indicating continued wage growth despite the economic challenges. The job gains were concentrated in healthcare, social assistance, leisure and hospitality, and government sectors.

Economists noted that while the job market remains strong, it has lost some momentum compared to the hiring boom of 2021-2023. The Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes aimed at taming inflation have contributed to this gradual slowdown.

Overall, the November employment report suggests that the U.S. job market is resilient but facing headwinds from higher interest rates and ongoing economic adjustments.




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