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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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Back-to-School Bargains: Big Savings on Tech, Gear, and Essentials This Week

 

With the first day of school just around the corner, retailers are rolling out some of the year’s best deals to help families gear up without breaking the bank.

Classroom & Study Essentials

  • No Frills is spotlighting budget-friendly lunch gear, including PC Kids Dual Compartment Lunch Bags for $8 and Bento Snack Boxes for $7.
  • Durable PC Push Lid Water Bottles are just $9, helping students stay hydrated in style.

Tech & Dorm Must-Haves

  • Best Buy Canada is offering up to $400 off select NVIDIA gaming laptops and $500 off iPads.
  • Save up to 49% on headphones and portable speakers, plus deep discounts on printers, office furniture, and smart displays.

Backpacks & Supplies

  • Lands’ End Kids ClassMate Backpacks are up to 57% off with code KAYAK.
  • Amazon’s buy-more-save-more promo knocks $10 off when you spend $50 on select school supplies.

From lunch kits to laptops, this week’s promotions make it easier to tick off every item on the back-to-school checklist — and still have room in the budget for a celebratory first-day treat.

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