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June Jobs Report: What It Means for the Bank of Canada's July 15 Decision

  Friday, July 10, 2026 Statistics Canada releases its June Labour Force Survey today, and the timing couldn't matter more. This is the last major economic data point before the Bank of Canada's next interest rate decision on July 15, 2026 — and whichever way the jobs numbers break, they'll shape what happens to borrowing costs for the rest of the summer. What Economists Are Expecting Consensus forecasts point to a modest but positive jobs report. Economists expect Canada added around 10,000 jobs in June, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 6.6%. That would follow a much stronger May, when the economy added 88,000 jobs and the unemployment rate actually fell by 0.3 percentage points. In other words, June's report is expected to show a cooling-off after May's surprise strength — not a reversal, but a return to a more modest pace of hiring. Indicator May 2026 June 2026 (Forecast) Net Employment Change +88,000 jobs +10,000 jobs (expected) Unemployment Rate 6....

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Kanye West’s South Korea Concert Canceled Amid Controversy

Kanye West’s highly anticipated concert in South Korea, scheduled for May 31 at Incheon’s Munhak Stadium, has been officially canceled. The event organizers, South Korean e-commerce company Coupang and ticket outlet Interpark, announced the decision on Monday, citing “recent controversies involving the artist”.

The cancellation follows backlash over West’s latest song, *Heil Hitler*, which has been widely criticized for its glorification of the Nazi leader. The track was swiftly removed from major streaming platforms, including Spotify and SoundCloud, but continued to circulate on social media. Additionally, West’s recent public appearances, including an interview where he wore a Ku Klux Klan outfit, have further fueled outrage.

In response to the controversy, Coupang has also suspended the sale of Yeezy merchandise, effective May 19. All purchased tickets for the concert will be fully refunded.

West has faced repeated criticism for his inflammatory remarks and actions, leading to severed partnerships with major brands such as Adidas, GAP, and Balenciaga in recent years. The cancellation of his South Korea concert marks another significant fallout from his ongoing controversies.

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