Labour Market News

Stonehorse Canada Corporation is partnering on four new Drumheller light oil development wells with an investment of $8.0M.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded an $85M contract to a Black & Veatch–Stantec joint venture to support the Brandon Road Interbasin Project. The contract covers design and engineering work over 8 years to upgrade the Brandon Road Lock and Dam in Illinois

Wild oyster fishers in PEI say their spring season is becoming unsustainable as oyster populations in local rivers decline sharply. Many report that oysters are now extremely scarce and some are considering leaving the fishery altogether. Despite these challenges, fishers show little interest in a federal government buyback program.

According to the Nova Scotia Association of Realtors, May home sales fell by 5% year-over-year while new residential listings fell by 5.5%. Economic uncertainty surrounding the Canada-U.S. trade relationship is cited as one cause for the decline.

Construction of the core infrastructure needed to operate Spaceport Nova Scotia is now underway, with work expected to continue until September. The federal government signed a 10-year, $200-million agreement in March with Maritime Launch Services.

Farmers in N.B are protesting the planned shutdown of public veterinary services, warning it could harm farms and rural communities; they fear private care will be too expensive or unavailable, while the government says the system is too costly and will be phased out by 2027.

Standard Uranium Ltd. has begun drilling at the Davidson River Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca region. The 12-week program will target over 8,000 metres across three zones, focusing on previously identified high-grade uranium mineralization.

Red Pheasant Cree Nation has broken ground on a new youth centre, with construction set to begin soon and completion expected within 16–18 months. The facility will feature recreational amenities and a cultural space for gatherings and learning with Elders.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing nearly $1.5M to support 33 teacher-led projects through the 2026–27 Teacher Innovation and Support Fund. The initiatives will focus on experiential learning and STEM programming, offering hands-on experience to build technical skills, teamwork, and career awareness.

The Government of Canada is providing $5.5M over five years to support eight organizations in delivering the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program in Prairie communities. The initiative offers business information, training, mentoring, and one‑on‑one counseling services to entrepreneurs with disabilities.

The Louis Riel School Division has purchased a property south of Winnipeg that it plans to turn into a $10M learning and transportation hub. Half of the property will feature trails, greenhouses, and an outdoor classroom, while the other half will be a storage and maintenance space for school buses.

Innergex Renewable Energy and Swan Lake First Nation are planning a wind farm near St. Leon, 120km southwest of Winnipeg. The proposed project consists of 30-35 wind towers with a capacity of 200 megawatts.

The Government of British Columbia is providing $155M to reforestation projects to plant over 125M trees throughout the province, including over $13M for Indigenous-led projects. This funding is in addition to $200M from the Government of Canada to support 16 large-scale and targeted projects to restore critical habitats, conserve biodiversity and support wildfire recovery announced in May 2026.

Yangarra Resources Ltd. is increasing its 2026 capital budget by 33% to a new total of $80M that will be used to drill a yearly total of 25 wells, with an emphasis on its Belly River asset.

Canadian Fiber Optics Corporation, an Alberta-based fiber broadband provider, is planning to connect a state-of-the-art fiber optic network to 1,300 businesses and residences in Clairmont. Construction will start soon with service to customers expected before the end of summer.

Bitdeer Technologies Group, a global technology company for artificial intelligence and Bitcoin mining infrastructure, has started construction on a new vertically integrated energy and high-performance computing facility near Fox Creek. The site will combine a 101 MW natural gas power plant with a data centre offering approximately 100 MW of computing capacity.

Cancarb Ltd. held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new solar power facility in Medicine Hat on June 2. The $7M project includes more than 7,000 solar panels and a generating capacity of 3.5 megawatts, supplying a portion of the company's carbon black manufacturing plant’s utility load.

The University of Lethbridge’s Southern Alberta Medical Program is set to expand on July 2. The new program allows medical students from the area to attend the university for the duration of their studies.

The Government of Canada will invest $5.5M to support eight organizations across the prairies deliver support services to entrepreneurs with disabilities over the next five years. The non-repayable PrairiesCan funding is made available through the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program.

The Ville de Québec is receiving a $2.75B contribution for the tramway project, valued at $7.6B. The funds are coming out of $4.4B in federal funding for Quebec's public transit.

Arbec Forest Products is closing down its OSB panel manufacturing plant in Amos. As a result, 100 people will lose their jobs.

Au cœur du pain, a bakery in Sherbrooke's Saint-Élie sector, has closed

P.E.I. farm income dropped 34%—from about $108.6M in 2024 to $71.5M in 2025—due to a historic drought and rising costs, with expenses climbing to roughly $683.8M and hitting potato farmers especially hard.

The federal and provincial governments extended Inceptio Oil and Gas’s deadline to August 5, 2026, for a $52.5M deposit on two offshore Nova Scotia exploration licences. The offshore petroleum industry has been dormant in Nova Scotia since the late 2010s.

The Government of Nova Scotia is providing resources on fisheries and aquaculture careers to students. The program can be used across more than 100 courses for children in grades 7-12. Nova Scotia’s seafood sector directly employs almost 19,000 people.

NL’s Premier says a possible strike at Marine Atlantic this summer is of significant concern to the province. In the event of a strike, service could be reduced to three ferry crossings per week and the Argentia run would be shut down.

Following the release of the results of the second phase of NL’s Natural Gas Resource Assessment, the province's Energy Minister is very optimistic about long-term job prospects in the oil and gas industry, as well as spin-off benefits. Estimates suggest there is more than $400B worth of natural gas in unlicensed fields off the coast of NL.

NL’s offshore regulator has issued Calls for Bids for exploration licenses in the eastern and south-eastern Newfoundland offshore. Interested parties have until 12:00pm on November 4th to submit sealed bids.

Geiger Energy Corp. has completed mobilization for its 2026 exploration program at the Aberdeen Project in Nunavut, with work set to begin in late June. The program will focus on advancing uranium targets at Loki and Tatiggaq, building on prior drilling results and identified mineralization.

Yukon Metals has launched its 2026 exploration programs at the AZ and Birch copper-gold properties in Yukon. Work will include drilling, geophysics, and sampling to refine targets and guide future exploration activities.

The Hamlet of Kugluktuk is receiving materials for 10 new modular homes this year under the Nunavut Housing Corporation plan. The initiative is part of a broader effort to complete 180 new public housing units across Nunavut during the 2026–27 fiscal year.

The Yukon government is providing $5.1M to partner-led housing projects through the Housing Initiatives Fund. Funding will support nine affordable housing projects and one project concept, enabling the construction of 87 homes across multiple Yukon communities in an effort to address ongoing housing demand.

The Yukon government is allocating $49,920 to 13 projects through the Youth Investment Fund to support short-term initiatives for youth under 19. The projects will focus on leadership development, substance use prevention, peer mentoring, skills development, and recreation, to promote confidence and positive lifestyles.

The federal government is providing $6.5M to upgrade the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre in Yellowknife. The project will improve accessibility through enhancements to ramps, lifts, stairs, and the auditorium, supporting greater public access to galleries, archives, and cultural spaces.

Three Manitoba municipalities have recently completed water infrastructure projects with a combined $2.8M in provincial funding. These include watermain renewals in Beausejour and Wawanesa as well as a watermain extension in West St. Paul.

The federal government is providing $22.8M to Indigenous-led sports programs across Canada. Manitoba recipients include Long Plain First Nation, Waterways Recreation Inc., and the Winnipeg Aboriginal Sport and Recreation Association Inc.

Construction of Alamos Gold’s new mine at Lynn Lake was delayed by wildfires last summer, with completion now scheduled for April 2029. Construction began in fall 2025 on the $1.2B project, which is expected to produce 186,000 ounces of gold per year when operational and include a workers’ camp capable of housing 600 people.

The City of Dauphin is revitalizing its downtown through an initiative known as the Craft District. The project includes new pedestrian crossings, trees, landscaping, and public art installations along with improved lighting and widened sidewalks.

AFURI, a Japanese ramen chain, has announced that it will be closing its Main Street location in Vancouver and its Richmond shop on June 28.

Obsidian Energy Ltd. is adding $100M to its 2026 capital program to be used for new drilling and waterflood projects across its light oil plays and in its Peace River heavy oil assets, during the remainder of the year.

Surge Energy Inc. is adding $25M to its 2026 capital program, bringing the new total to $175M. The funding will be used to drill eight additional wells and for waterflood projects.

Yummy Slice pizza is set to open its first Edmonton location soon.

Yummy Slice pizza is set to open its first Calgary location soon.

Bow Island Health Centre emergency department has introduced the Virtual Emergency Physician program to provide support during overnight hours. The program will operate Monday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. and allows patients to consult with a physician remotely regarding non-life-threatening conditions when no physician is available on-site.

The Government of Alberta announced an $809M investment to expand, modernize, and improve access to timely procedures for patients across the province. The investment will support the first phase of patient-focused funding to modernize how surgeries are delivered and funded. The first phase is now in place across 12 hospitals applying to high-volume procedures.

Square Old Chelsea, a group of private companies, created 19 jobs in Chelsea with the opening of a boutique hotel with 11 rooms at Maison O'Brien

The Ville de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield inaugurated phase 1 of the redevelopment at Delpha-Sauvé park, which required a $14M investment. The City has planned a second phase.

Scierie St-Michel in St-Michel-des-Saints filed for bankruptcy protection, which has left 250 employees out of work

Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf, a secondary and college private institution, is investing approximately $40M in an expansion. The project is expected to be finished by the beginning of the 2028 school year.

La Buvette Shiso, a restaurant with a wine bar, will open in Magog in July

PEI is considering a biodigester facility to convert animal, seafood, and other food waste into energy, which could reduce costs and emissions while allowing waste to be processed locally instead of sent to Quebec, though the project is still in early planning and may take a few years to complete.

P.E.I.’s nurses have been without a collective agreement for more than a year, and P.E.I. Nurses’ Union is concerned that the lack of a deal will affect retaining and recruiting nurses. On the table are wages, working conditions, retention, and recruitment.

The Annapolis Valley Regional Library announced that five library branches will close permanently on July 20. The library cited static funding as the main cause for the closures. The move will also reduce library jobs and access to services across the region.

N.B’s new education plan for the French-language school system includes integrating AI by providing training for staff and students on its ethical use and launching a pilot project to use AI tools to reduce administrative work and improve teaching. The plan is part of a broader strategy covering early childhood to Grade 12, with a similar plan expected for the English school system.

Agropur’s $20M investment in upgrading its Miramichi plant will create about 15 new jobs, increasing the workforce there to 115, but it will also lead to the closure of the Dairytown facility near Sussex by 2028, resulting in roughly 60 job losses. While some displaced workers may have opportunities to transition to the Miramichi site, discussions are still ongoing, leaving an overall net loss of jobs despite the expansion.

A new report from the N.B. Coalition for Pay Equity states that the average annual salary within the non-profit sector is $33K, while the average N.B. salary is $53K. About two-thirds of non-profit employees are women and the sector has retention and burnout issues.

Dawson City ended its municipal cable TV service on May 31 due to ongoing revenue losses. The town is now working on removing cable lines from rented utility poles, with removal costs expected to exceed $100K.

WestJet and Air Canada are reducing flights from Saskatchewan starting in July, primarily impacting routes to major cities including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto. The changes are linked to rising jet fuel costs driven by ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The Town of Ste. Anne is constructing an active transportation pathway with $354,000 in provincial funding. The walking, cycling, and rollerblading trail is scheduled to be completed by mid-June.

A $2.4M road construction project has finished in Kelowna on Rutland and Springfield Roads. The project added a roundabout, improved lighting and bike lanes to increase driver safety.

Mountain Equipment Company has announced plans to open its first Gear Swap store in Kelowna on June 21. The shop will support resale and repair of outdoor recreation equipment and will be integrated with the brands existing retail operation in the city.

Pho 19, a Vietnamese restaurant, has opened on No. 3 Road in Richmond.

Bono Café on North Road in Coquitlam announced it would close on May 31.

Pho 37, a Vietnamese restaurant, opened on June 1 on Lougheed Highway in Port Coquitlam.

The Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower at the Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster opened to patients on May 31, 2026. The tower has 388 patient beds and will provide essential care to patients from around the province.

Le Bistro des Tisserands, a bar in Magog, is closing. The building will be replaced with houses.

McDonald's, a fast-food chain, will open a second location in Magog in the fall

P.E.I. is facing a projected shortage of workers in key sectors and could need an additional 6,000 skilled workers by 2035 across bioscience, construction, manufacturing and digital and technical services. The Island is faced with an aging population and declining workforce.

Statistics Canada says 5.9% more people registered for apprenticeships in 2024 than the year before, but finding employers remains a challenge. Ottawa recently set aside $6B to hire 100K new skilled trade workers and incentives to hire more apprentices.

A landslide in Grand Falls has damaged Toner's Community Foodstore and the municipality has urged residents to avoid the Tobique Street area. Firefighters had set up barricades around the store, which saw part of the store shift and sink several feet.

The provincial government is increasing its annual funding for the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba by $200,000, to a total of $525,000. This will allow the society to expand its programs and services for individuals and families affected by dementia.

Sand mining company Sio Silica has pledged to build a $125M shipping and export facility at the Port of Churchill if the province approves its application to extract sand in southeastern Manitoba. The facility would create 20 jobs and accommodate four shipments of sand per year.

The Government of British Columbia’s Civil Forfeiture Grant program is providing nearly $250K to four Kootenay – Boundary programs to support projects that promote crime prevention, Indigenous healing, restorative justice and solutions to gender-based violence. Projects are based in several communities, including Trail and Kaslo.

The Village of Warfield has begun construction of a watermain replacement project on lower Burns Avenue and Shelley Street. The project is expected to take until mid August and cost about $175K.

Bloom Bakery and Café is opening a shop in Downtown Vancouver on June 10.

The Ministry of Environment and Parks has announced that the $7.2M Tribune Bay campground redevelopment on Hornby Island is nearing completion. The campground is expected to fully open on June 10 with 66 gravel sites, 24 electrified sites and improved beach access. A second phase of the redevelopment is expected to start in 2027 and will include an additional 45 sites.

The City of Victoria is installing 100 new bus shelters by the end of 2026, including 88 replacements and 12 new installations. Funding for the project comes from BC Transit and Astral Media Outdoor. Thirty of the new shelters will include digital advertising, providing a source of revenue for the city.

The $1.1M new Sooke Skate Park has opened, replacing an outdated facility.

P.E.I.’s beef sector states that the industry is in one of its strongest periods in years, with record-high cattle prices and growing herd numbers. There are concerns about rising costs, aging demographics and a proposed trade agreement with South America.

The Iqaluit Aquatic Centre closed on May 30 to conduct a one-day staff training session to certify 13 new swim instructors, doubling the number of certified swim instructors available. While no immediate program expansion is planned, increased staffing capacity is expected to support future growth.

The Hay River District Education Authority will be discontinuing school bus service in the 2026–27 school year due to reduced federal funding and declining enrolment.

The Tisdale RECplex Aquatic Centre has opened for the summer season, with the outdoor pool fully staffed and operational as of May 22.

Staffing has declined at the Manitoba Museum because provincial operating grants have not increased in nearly two decades, according to the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union. The number of staff at the Winnipeg museum has fallen by 27% over the last six years, leading to fewer programs, exhibits, and public events.

Freedhome Developments is planning a six-storey, 120-unit apartment in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. Some area residents oppose the project due to its size as well as the fact that it would be located on the site of a former residential school.

Workers at the Sand Hills Casino in Carberry have ratified their first collective agreement, a one-year deal that includes wage increases ranging from 2.5% to 8.5%. The workers are members of the United Food and Commercial Workers of Canada.

The Government of Manitoba has signed offers with 24 doctors and 29 paramedics after a recruiting trip to the U.K. in April. The paramedics will be working across rural and northern Manitoba, while some of the physicians will be practising in the province’s emergency departments.

The Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue has launched a recruitment drive for firefighters in the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, including Trail, Rossland, Warfield, Montrose, Fruitvale and Genelle. Recruitment remains a priority as demand continues to grow across the region.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that The Residences on 5th, a new 73-unit seniors’ housing development in Peachland, opened for residents in late March 2026. The project received about $11.6M from the province through a Community Housing Fund grant.

Pre-construction activity has begun on a new three-court indoor recreation facility at UBC Okanagan. The new facility will expand access to recreation for students and is the result of a partnership with the Student Union and the City of Kelowna. Full construction is expected to begin in March 2027 and complete by summer 2028. The project will have a total cost of around $28M.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that 145 new student seats opened at Lynn Valley Elementary school in May 2026. The new addition added six classrooms to help meet the community’s enrolment needs. The expansion received funding as part of over $51M for minor capital programs in the North Vancouver School District in the 2025-2026 school year.

Pasta La Mano, a pasta dine-in and delivery restaurant, has opened at the Lonsdale Quay Market in North Vancouver.

RBC is expanding its Vancouver Banking and Innovation Hub, expected to have 250 more employees by the end of 2026. The expanded hub will increase the bank’s AI capabilities and help connect Canadian businesses to international markets.

7-Eleven has closed its Homer Street location in Vancouver’s Yaletown neighbourhood. This closure follows reports of more closures across North America, including two others in Vancouver.

Hé Made Dessert, a Cantonese dessert shop, opened on No. 3 Road in Richmond on June 2.

The Broadway Subway Project in Metro Vancouver has proceeded to the dynamic testing phase, with a public opening expected for fall 2027. The project will extend the Millennium Line west from VCC-Clark Station to Arbutus Street. The project has received significant funding from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia, and the City of Vancouver.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that the new Quw'utsun Valley Hospital is nearing completion and is expected to open to patients in mid-2027. Construction work is set to finish by the end of 2026 and will be followed by equipment installation and staffing. The new hospital will have 204 beds and will be triple the size of the current hospital.

The Government of British Columbia has announced the opening of Caledonia in Victoria, a 158-unit rental development. Construction is underway on two additional developments in Saanich and Central Saanich for a combined additional 320 homes. These homes are funded through the Community Housing Fund and will be operated by the Capital Region Housing Corporation.

The Victoria City Council has approved 133-unit development in the downtown core that would require the demolition of several businesses and residential units. The project would also include accommodations for commercial retailers and restaurants on the ground floor. The council also approved a rezoning application for the Christ Church Cathedral and began a report on improving renter protections.

The Government of British Columbia has launched a three-year trial program that would allow licensed establishments to buy alcohol directly from BCLIQUOR and private liquor stores, increasing product options and helping businesses restock during periods of high demand, like the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Alcohol will still be sold at the Liquor Distribution Board’s wholesale purchase price.

The Government of Canada has announced, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia, it will provide up to $236M in federal and provincial funding for eight high-speed Internet projects in rural and remote communities across British Columbia. The Government of Canada will also provide $7.8M to six additional projects through the Universal Broadband Fund.

According to StatsCan, Canada has entered what some consider a technical recession in the first quarter due to an economic growth stall.

Buffalo Potash Corporation has hired Rheaume Engineering Inc., a Grande Prairie-based engineering, procurement, and construction management firm, to complete engineering design of the Initial Production Module for its flagship Disley Project , located approximately 50 kilometers northwest of Regina.

Basecamp Resorts held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 29 for its $100M Nordic spa and hotel development west of Calgary. The 138,000 sq. ft. facility is anticipated to open winter 2028 and expects to serve about 200,000 visitors in its first year.

The Government of Canada announced a more than $1.8M investment towards improving the Town of Coaldale’s wastewater infrastructure. The project includes replacing existing pipe of the sanitary sewer along 16th Avenue with a larger sanitary trunk main. This work will reduce inflow, infiltration, and the risk of backups.

The Government of Quebec is investing more than $900M in upgrading two hospitals in Saguenay. The Chicoutimi hospital is receiving $840M to build a surgery department, and the Jonquière hospital is receiving $90M to expand its facilities, including the ER.

Rio Tinto, an aluminum producer, is putting new AP60 pots into service at its plant in Saguenay. The project, valued at nearly $2B, will be finished by the end of the year and should create 100 jobs.

Rio Tinto, an aluminum producer, is receiving $100M from the Government of Canada to develop and build a pilot plant dedicated to ELYSIS green aluminum technology in Saguenay. The total project cost is estimated at $440M.

The Centre de la petite enfance Nid d'Hirondelle is starting construction work on a second centre in Sept-Îles. The project of more than $5.3M, which is being funded by the Government of Quebec, will help the centre add 76 new spots.

The Ville de Saint‑Jérôme started renovating the aquatic complex at De La Durantaye park. The provincial government is funding part of the project with $10M out of a total cost of $18.8M. The project is scheduled to be finished by the fall of 2027.

Isothermic, a door and window manufacturer, inaugurated its new plant in Bois-des-Filion. The project required a $3M investment.

West-Brome, a sawmill in Lac-Brome, was badly damaged by a fire. The management of the company, which employs around 60 people, cannot confirm when production will resume.

The Ville de Gatineau is currently carrying out a $143M project to modernize the drinking water plant in the Gatineau area. The project is scheduled to be finished in November 2027.

Halifax-based Killam Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust said it is pausing new developments in the near term due to market conditions and concerns about water infrastructure. The move slows construction activity and related employment in the province.

The Energy and Utilities Board has approved N.B. Power’s 25-year contract with ProEnergy to install and run a 500-megawatt gas and diesel plant in Tantramar. A provincial environmental impact assessment will be required for the project to proceed.

White Gold Corp. has launched its 2026 exploration program in Yukon, marking the company’s largest diamond drilling campaign to date. Work will focus on expanding existing gold deposits and advancing early-stage targets to support potential new discoveries.

A new Interpreter Career Pathway Program has launched in the NWT, selecting eight Indigenous language speakers for training. The program runs from May 2026 to March 2027 and includes in-person training, mentorship, and shadowing to prepare participants for roles with the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly.

Lil Ava’s Pizza and Pasta has opened a new location in Hay River’s Caribou Centre on May 20. The new restaurant is currently operating with a limited menu, but a full menu expansion is expected by the end of June.

Yukon’s Braeburn Lodge has closed indefinitely as the owner addresses health issues.

Cosa Resources Corp. is planning its largest drilling program to date at the Murphy Lake North project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. Drilling is set to begin in mid-June, following up on uranium mineralization identified earlier in the winter.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has approved a $5.59B operating budget for 2026–27, a 5.05% increase, along with $596.7M in capital spending. Funding will support hospital expansions, diagnostic services, and mental health programs, alongside infrastructure upgrades across urban and rural regions.

Regina Huda School, an Islamic school in Regina, has begun its third expansion project, with construction now underway. Once complete, the facility is expected to accommodate just over 1,000 students.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $225K to support the Global Institute for Energy, Minerals and Society’s operations and new initiatives. The funding will advance nuclear research coordination, training opportunities, and international partnerships in energy and mineral sectors.

Winnipeg’s ambulance response times have been well above its target for years, owing in part to the city’s drug overdose crisis and its growing population. Mayor Scott Gillingham has asked Shared Health to fund at least eight more ambulances and 120 more paramedics over the next four years.

Winnipeg non-profit St. Boniface Street Links is working with the owner of a downtown apartment building to convert it into a combination of transitional and permanent housing. The 20-suite building has had issues in recent months with people camping in hallways and stairwells.

A new Dynacare location has opened in Selkirk, the first in the city. Dynacare is the company contracted by the provincial government to provide laboratory and diagnostic services such as blood testing.

Manitoba has set a new record for the total number of practising physicians, at 3,700. The province has grown its physician count every year for over two decades, with last year’s gain of 164 doctors the largest increase so far.

The Government of Canada has announced it will be providing $47.8M to Parks Canada to support the National Fire Management Program to reduce wildfire risks and increase wildfire preparation across the country.

The Government of British Columbia is providing over $8M to support remote and rural airports through the B.C. Air Access Program, including nearly $600K to Chetwynd and Dawson Creek. Dawson Creek will receive over $293K to purchase an aircraft de-icing vehicle while Chetwynd will received over $303K to upgrade the airfield lighting at the Chetwynd Airport.

The Fort St. John City Council has approved the purchase of an over $254K HVAC system for the North Peace Arena. The existing system faced significant maintenance requirements.

The Iskut Band began construction of a 3.6K sq. ft. child and family services building in the community on June 1. When completed, the facility will provide healing, youth support and culturally appropriate care. The project is being funded by the CHRT 41 Program, which supports the development of facilities for children, youth and families.

Pacific Coastal Airlines has decided to suspend service between Quesnel and Vancouver due in part to rising fuel costs and a lack of demand.

A new maternity clinic opened on May 19 in Prince George. The centre was funded by the B.C. Ministry of Health and the Fraser-Fort George Regional Hospital District. The clinic received part of $6.4M from the Government of British Columbia to support Prince George’s primary care network.

Fruitvale and Slocan Valley Co-Op members have voted in favour of combining the two organizations into the Valley Co-Op Marketplace. The new organization will launch on November 1, 2026 and will operate the previous organizations’ combined five gas bar and convenience store locations and one cardlock site. The merger is intended to strengthen operations and improve services.

Rossland council has approved a development permit for a Nordic Spa on Old Red Mountain Road.

The Government of British Columbia has announced the opening of The Confluence, an 80-unit rental building in Kamloops. Construction is also underway on Tranquille Road of another 85 homes for people with middle incomes in the city. The Confluence is opening to residents in June 2026, while the Tranquille Road project is expected to complete in late 2027.

The Oakridge Park mall in Vancouver hosted a soft launch on May 28, with a full opening scheduled for 2029. The mall is expected to have a selection of luxury brands. The mall includes 650K sq. ft. of retail space, nearly 1.4K residential units and 720K sq. ft. of office space. The development will reportedly cost a total of $6.5B to build.

Chop Steakhouse & Bar has opened on 24 Avenue in South Surrey.

De Dutch, a breakfast chain, has announced that it closed its Port Coquitlam location on April 30.

Ultramarinos Pepe, a Spanish grocer and sandwich shop, has opened on West 16th Avenue in Vancouver.

Langara College has announced that it is closing its Theatre Arts Program at Studio 58 following changes to international student intake.

The Government of British Columbia has announced upgrades have been completed at Rolley Lake and Golden Ears parks. Rolley Lake has received a campground expansion, including 32 new sites and additional parking stalls. Golden Ears also received a parking upgrade and a new multi-use trail. The two projects cost a total of $800K.

The City of New Westminster has received $97K in grant funding to support FIFA World Cup activities. The funds come from the Government of British Columbia, Heritage Canada and sponsors and will support viewing events, a neighbourhood party and promoting soccer.

The fire departments of Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay and Esquimalt have launched a joint recruiting drive to fill around 15 positions this year. Through the joint drive, applicants will be able to apply to any of the departments and hiring managers will share resources to manage the workload more efficiently. The process is expected to take until at least October.

IGV Housing has partnered with the Synergy Foundation, North Island College and WorkBC to expand its business with funding from the Government of Canada through the Green Building Foundations & Manufacturing program. IGV Housing is looking to hire up to 31 new workers for its modular home construction by the end of 2026.

The Comox Valley Aquatic Centre has closed this summer to undergo $3.6M in upgrades and maintenance. Following work that will replace outdated equipment and improve the facility, it is expected to reopen on September 7. Upgrade work includes a boiler replacement, new ducting, roof replacement work, interior painting and landscaping work.

The Government of British Columbia has announced over $8M in grants through the Civil Forfeiture Grant program. This program uses the proceeds of crime to fund local crime prevention and community safety projects. Supported projects include violence prevention, supporting child and youth advocacy centres, Indigenous healing and restorative justice.

Pacific Coastal Airlines is adding a second daily flight between Kelowna and Comox to boost its service during the peak summer travel period and provide travellers with added schedule flexibility. The expanded service will operate from July 1 to September 5.

The construction site of Penticton’s long term care home has been destroyed by fire. An evacuation order is in place for 12 homes in the area. An investigation into the cause is ongoing.

Hudson Hope is currently recruiting for a 2nd physician to serve the community. The shortage has caused over 1200 hours of patient diversions to the emergency room last year.

Calgary-based Fuelled, an energy technology company, has been hired to market a 10‑million‑gallon-per-year biodiesel (B100) plant in Missouri.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held for a new Francophone secondary school in Airdrie. The City of Airdrie is donating $5.5M towards construction of a new gym, which will be open for the public to use.

The Service de sécurité incendie Avignon-Est is looking to fill about 15 part-time, on-call firefighter jobs to strengthen its teams in Maria, Carleton-sur-Mer, Nouvelle and Escuminac

Ici Microbrasserie, a tavern and restaurant, will open in Baie-Saint-Paul this summer. The project will help the company create around 15 jobs.

Top Aces, a company that specializes in military airborne training, recruited about 20 technicians at its Bagotville facilities in Saguenay. This summer, it plans on hiring about 10 staff and 6 interns, who will join 100 employees.

Jovia Immobilier, a property management company, officially launched the Jovia residential project in Joliette. The project began in February 2026, and the company is scheduled to deliver 129 units by the summer of 2027.

The Riverside School Board inaugurated the expansion in Brossard's Harold-Napper school following a $15.5M investment

Zone-Éco, a landfill and waste recovery site in Cowansville, is investing around $6M in three improvement projects at its facilities. The projects should be finished by September 2026.

Hydro-Québec is investing $55M in rehabilitating the Beauharnois bridge. The project should begin in August, and it will be carried out until 2028.

The Ville de Sainte-Julie is investing $8.3M in rehabilitating Normandie street. The City will make improvements to support transportation and will carry out underground infrastructure and paving refurbishment.

Developer Groupe HD will invest around $80M in the construction of a building with 200 units in Vaudreuil-Dorion. The Société Financière Bourgie and Altera Immobilier are partnering in the project, which will start in the fall of 2026.

The mayor of Stephenville is reporting that the Stephenville airport could be reopened by late summer after being acquired by new ownership. The facility had previously lost its airport status in March 2025, with the town being owed over $1M in back taxes.

Memorial University is reducing its academic and administrative budgets by 4% and 6%, respectively, alongside a voluntary retirement program for eligible employees aged 60 and above. The institution cites declining enrolment projections, rising costs and funding constraints as the reasons for the budget reductions.

The mayor of Stephenville is reporting that the Stephenville airport could be reopened by late summer after being acquired by new ownership. The facility had previously lost its airport status in March 2025, with the town being owed over $1M in back taxes.

Memorial University is reducing its academic and administrative budgets by 4% and 6%, respectively, alongside a voluntary retirement program for eligible employees aged 60 and above. The institution cites declining enrolment projections, rising costs and funding constraints as the reasons for the budget reductions.

Cameco’s McArthur River mine and Key Lake mill in northern Saskatchewan have resumed full operations after flooding disruptions earlier in May. Alternate transport routes are in place, and the company does not expect any impact on its 2026 production outlook.

The Government of Saskatchewan and Karis Disability Services have opened a new group home for adults with intellectual disabilities in Creighton. The province is providing $2.5M in capital funding and over $650K in annual operational funding. The facility will house up to seven residents and provide various programming and support services to promote independent living.

St. Raphael School, the Catholic component of a joint-use elementary school in North Regina, has officially opened. The co-located public school, tawâw School, opened earlier in September 2025. The facility has a capacity of 1,000 students and includes shared community space and a child care centre accommodating 51 children. The Saskatchewan government spent $63.7 million in construction, with the City of Regina funding the shared space.

Applications for Saskatchewan’s 2026–27 Young Entrepreneur Bursary is now open, with the Government of Saskatchewan providing nearly $1M over three years to support the program. If selected, eligible business owners and entrepreneurs aged 18–35 can receive financial assistance and mentorship opportunities.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing about $500K over four years to the YWCA Prince Albert to support shelter and services for youth facing complex challenges, such as addictions, mental health concerns, and homelessness. The funding will help deliver housing, programming, and supports to improve well-being and promote independence.

Fort St. John City Council has approved over $800K for playground equipment at Surerus Park. The project will be undertaken by Van der Pauw Landscaping Ltd., a Maple Ridge-based company. Construction is expected to begin in June and finish in September 2026.

Progressive Ventures Construction Ltd. has begun construction of the Seal Cove Affordable Housing development on behalf of BC Housing. This four-phase project will provide the community with approximately 300 new housing units.

School District 28 in Quesnel has announced that Whole Child Early Learning Centre will operate The Neighbourhood Nest, a new 61-space daycare program at Carson Elementary school, in fall 2026.

Waters Development Management, Kindred Construction Ltd., and STARK Architecture + Interiors have received approval for the 166-unit Downie Street rental project in Revelstoke. The project will include integrated childcare in collaboration with the Revelstoke Community Housing Society and BC Housing.

Dimsum Caddy, an indoor golf simulator and bar, is opening on St. Edwards Drive in Richmond in June 2026.

Nana’s Green Tea, a Japanese matcha shop, is opening a location on Hornby Street in Vancouver. An exact opening date has yet to be announced.

Aiyaohno Cafe is opening a second location on Abbott Street in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood.

Advanced Cyclotron Systems Inc., a Canadian-owned cyclotron manufacturer, has begun construction on a new 48K sq. ft. facility in Surrey, in collaboration with Orion Construction.

EggSolutions -Vanderpols Inc, an egg processor, began construction of their new facility expansion in Abbotsford. The project has received $5M in repayable funding from PacifiCan and is expected to be completed in October 2027.

A new Firehouse Subs location is now open on 6th Street in New Westminster.

BC Hydro is launching a major upgrade of its Mount Pleasant Substation to increase its capacity to serve up to 50K more customers. The upgrade will support the growing electricity needs of Vancouver driven by new housing, businesses and increased electrification across the Broadway corridor and surrounding neighbourhoods.

The City of Abbotsford, in partnership with the Governments of Canada and British Columbia, have announced the completion of the Heat Recovery and Optimization project at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre. The project provided energy-efficiency upgrades and reduced emissions. The project received $4.45M from the Government of Canada and $4.2M from the Government of British Columbia.

Vancouver Coastal Health has announced it will no longer proceed with an overdose prevention site at 900 Helmcken Street following concerns from community members about the location.

The City of Coquitlam has approved the Brookmere Park Off-Leash Dog Park in the Burquitlam-Lougheed neighbourhood. The 0.6 acre park is expected to begin construction in summer and complete in fall 2026.

Läderach, a Swiss chocolatier, is opening inside CF Pacific Centre in Vancouver. The business is expected to open in Fall 2026.

Saanich has provided a $227.5K grant to Habitat for Humanity Victoria to partially fund a 13-unit affordable home project on Feltham Road. The council approved the funds after consideration following the Government of British Columbia reducing its Community Housing Fund.

As part of the Government of British Columbia’s Air Access Program, two Gulf Island airports are receiving upgrades. The Ganges Outer Harbour on Salt Spring Island is receiving over $813K to expand its float plane facility, while the Alert Bay Airport is receiving nearly $98K for lighting upgrades and crack sealing.

The City of Nanaimo Council has approved $10.5M for major upgrades to the city’s public works yard. The project is expected to borrow $76.7M in total. The project will include the construction of a fleet maintenance building, a crew and administration building and the relocation of existing operational facilities.

The British Columbia Legislative Assembly has passed a motion to allow small, independent movie theatres to serve alcohol at mixed-age showings. Movie theatres were already able to sell alcohol at adult-only showings, but this change should allow smaller theaters with few adult-only showings to benefit.

The Government of British Columbia has announced it will be providing eighteen communities with a total of over $8M from the B.C. Air Access Program. The funds will support airport upgrades to allow better access for emergency-response services and to speed up the of transiting goods throughout the province. Facilities that server fewer than 1M passengers per year are eligible.

The Government of Canada announced an agreement between Ksi Lisims Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) and Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE) of Germany. In the agreement SEFE will purchase one million tonnes per annum of LNG for up to 20 years, with deliveries expected to begin by the early 2030s.

PlasCred Circular Innovations Inc. has contracted with Grey Owl Engineering Ltd. for pre-Final Investment Decision detailed engineering for its planned Neos recycling facility.

Spoke Resources Ltd. has received approval from the Alberta Utilities Commission for the development of 9.9-Megawatt and 2.5-Megawatt gas generation projects within its operated natural gas areas in northern Alberta, located near Valhalla and Rycroft.

The Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association opened a Consignaction+ site, which accepts refundable containers made of aluminum, plastic and glass, in Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Discover Halifax reported that visitors booked a record two million hotel room nights in the Halifax Regional Municipality in 2025. The tourism industry is also expecting a strong season in 2026, with high profile events such as SailGP supporting the sector.

Terracon Development plans to proceed with the second phase of Oak River Meadow, a housing development in Ile des Chenes. The Rural Municipality of Ritchot is currently reviewing the application, which proposes 351 new lots in the south end of the community.

The City of North Battleford is advancing a $94M project for a new twin‑pad arena. The new facility will replace the aging Access Communications Centre, with construction expected to create over 200 jobs and generate tens of millions of dollars in economic activity.

Conair, in partnership with the BC Aviation Council, has launched seven new Aircraft Maintenance Engineer scholarships to support students pursuing careers in aviation maintenance in British Columbia. Students entering Transport Canada-approved maintenance programs will be eligible.

British Columbia’s Legislative Assembly has passed a bill requiring commercial trucks to have dash cameras to ensure there will be sufficient evidence in the event of a crash. The bill is expected to come into force six months after receiving royal assent.

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open, to be held at the Tournament Players Club Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, will receive $1.5M in support from the provincial government to help fund tournament operation 

Developer Gestions Thrace is investing around $65M in an energy-efficient project called Carré Radisson, which will add 173 units in Trois‑Rivières. The first phase, which is valued at nearly $27M and includes 74 units, should be finished by the summer of 2027.

Habitations Després, a developer based in Repentigny, is finalizing Place du Moulin in Amqui by adding 24 rental units to two energy-efficient buildings. The project is being supported by the Regional County Municipality of La Matapédia.

Exploramer, a museum institution, is investing nearly $19M in building the Pavillon des requins in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts thanks to grants from the provincial and federal government. The building is scheduled to open in the summer of 2027.

Normandin, a division of the Mundial Group that works in metal processing in Saint-Valérien-de-Milton, is receiving $1M in funding from the federal government to deal with US tariffs

Law-Marot-Milpro, a company that manufactures food equipment in Saint-Hyacinthe, is receiving $1M in funding from the Government of Canada to deal with US tariffs

Groupe HD, a property manager, is investing more than $425M in building 1,200 condos, townhouses and rental units in Montréal's Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough. Contractor Construction Praxis is carrying out the project.

Demand for dental cleanings and care on P.E.I. is exceeding what the existing supply of dental hygienists can keep up with. The P.E.I. Dental Hygienists’ Association says the number of hygienists hasn’t kept up with population growth or increased demand.

Glen Haven Manor, in New Glasgow, has joined the long-term care strike in Nova Scotia. About 3,600 long-term care workers, at 36 nursing homes, have been on strike for seven weeks as they seek higher wages. According to the minister of seniors and long-term care, workers were recently offered raises of 12% to 24%.

The Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board has ordered the municipality of West Hants to approve EverWind Fuels and Wind Strength’s Bear Lake wind farm. The project will build 11 turbines, add 90 megawatts of power and create construction and operations jobs in the province.

Klondike Gold Corp. has launched its 2026 drilling program at the Klondike District Project in Yukon. The program includes an initial 8,000 metres of drilling to expand and refine gold resources, with a potential second phase later in the season based on results.

Prospector Metals Corp. has begun a 25,000-metre drilling program at its ML Project in Yukon. The campaign will run through the end of September, expanding the TESS Zone and testing nearby targets with similar mineralization findings.

Baffinland Iron Mines has confirmed that no layoffs are planned at the Mary River mine near Pond Inlet, despite ongoing creditor protection proceedings. The company has until June 3 to address its debt, while operations and the proposed Steensby expansion project are expected to continue. The mine employs about 300 Inuit workers, in addition to supporting local Inuit businesses and contractors.

Collège Nordique Francophone is launching a new business diploma program in the NWT this September in partnership with Collège La Cité. The program, which is also offered online, includes a mandatory 420 hour internship with a Francophone organization.

The Yukon government has launched a new online forestry resource to help wood harvesters and businesses in accessing information about timbre supply and harvesting opportunities across the territory. The platform features maps, planning information, and five-year projections, allowing users to view approved harvest areas, identify upcoming permit opportunities, and track ongoing forestry projects.

F4 Uranium Corp. has begun a 2,500 metre drilling program at the Murphy Lake Property in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program builds on earlier results and will target high-priority zones with potential for higher-grade uranium mineralization.

Winnipeg-based Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting Corp. is expanding its operations into the United States through a partnership with American firm Patrice & Associates. The company is also planning to open a second location in Winnipeg and is hiring 20 new staff: 10 in Winnipeg and 10 who will work remotely.

Winnipeg-based Jessiman Family Investments is planning a 700-acre industrial complex in CentrePort South, an undeveloped area near Winnipeg’s airport. If approved, Catalyst Park could become the largest industrial development in the city’s history.

Jeepney, a Filipino restaurant, has opened a location in Portage la Prairie. The company has one other restaurant, in Winnipeg. Its new location is Portage’s first Filipino eatery.

Niverville Town Council has voted to approve a residential development that includes 90 rental units across 11 new townhouse buildings.

Edmonton-based Stantec, a global design and engineering company, has secured a joint venture with Jacobs, a science-based consulting and advisory leader, to support Greater Western Water’s five-year Infrastructure Planning and Delivery Program in Melbourne, Australia.

The Government of Alberta announced the conditional approval of Lactalis Canada Inc. receiving up to $1.7M of an Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit. The investment will support modernization and expansion projects for its processing facilities in Calgary and Lethbridge.

The Government of Alberta announced completion of the new Forest Grove School in Sherwood Park. The school will be open to students Fall 2026.

Average Joe's Sports Bar has closed in east Windsor

Lakeside Kabab, Shawarma & Broast has opened a new restaurant in Carleton Place

Tim Hortons is investing $400M to build 80 new stores and renovate 400 restaurants, while launching a campaign to hire 10,000 workers across the country

Thirteen businesses and organizations across the Greater Toronto Area are receiving nearly $16.5M from the federal government to facilitate AI adoption and bring new AI technologies to market faster

Radiant Care Inc.’s, Pleasant Manor, a $70.5M, 160-bed long-term care home, has opened in Virgil, Niagara-on-the-Lake 

The provincial government has started construction on the new 400,000-sq.-ft. Ontario Science Centre at Ontario Place in Toronto, which will support over 1,000 construction and tourism jobs, with completion expected in 2029

Pizza Salvatoré, a chain of pizza restaurants, will open a new location in Laval's Saint-François district in mid-June

Sushi Taxi, a sushi restaurant chain, is opening a new location in Sherbrooke's Saint-Élie area

Resto-bar Chez Stanley in Sherbrooke will have several vacancies towards the end of the year because it will be reopening after a fire

The Ville de Bromont is opening a new asset management centre, built at a cost of $21M. The Government of Quebec invested nearly $5.8M in the project.

Developer Gestion PCA is starting to build the RIBAN project. The construction site has five buildings with a total of 335 rental units.

The Ville de Mirabel inaugurated the Carrefour bleu, a commercial building with about 15 local businesses that feature local products.

Ottawa has introduced the In-Canada Workers Initiative, a program that could ease seasonal worker shortages in Atlantic Canada. The initiative aims to better align immigration with the needs of key sectors that are facing labour shortages, especially thhose in rural and remote communities.

Holland College has received a $15 million gift aimed at strengthening P.E.I.’s workforce by supporting job creation, advancing research, and expanding learning opportunities for students. The money will fund a multi-year initiative called FutureWorks P.E.I.

Ottawa has introduced the In-Canada Workers Initiative, a program that could ease seasonal worker shortages in Atlantic Canada. The initiative aims to better align immigration with the needs of key sectors that are facing labour shortages, especially thhose in rural and remote communities.

Ottawa has introduced the In-Canada Workers Initiative, a program that could ease seasonal worker shortages in Atlantic Canada. The initiative aims to better align immigration with the needs of key sectors that are facing labour shortages, especially thhose in rural and remote communities.

The Government of Nova Scotia will negotiate with one company interested in exploratory onshore natural gas, with drilling likely beginning next year. The province also launched the second round of bids as Nova Scotia aims to develop its resources.

Ottawa has introduced the In-Canada Workers Initiative, a program that could ease seasonal worker shortages in Atlantic Canada. The initiative aims to better align immigration with the needs of key sectors that are facing labour shortages, especially thhose in rural and remote communities.

The Porch Taproom closed at the end of May, but Gridiron Brewing has announced that it will take up residence in the newly vacated space, which happens to be its former residence. Gridiron will also offer pub food and an original cocktail menu.

Ottawa has introduced the In-Canada Workers Initiative, a program that could ease seasonal worker shortages in Atlantic Canada. The initiative aims to better align immigration with the needs of key sectors that are facing labour shortages, especially thhose in rural and remote communities.

Housing NWT and the Fort Smith Métis Council are building a new social housing duplex in Fort Smith as part of a broader initiative to repair and replace aging social housing units across the territory. Construction will continue through the summer, with foundation and framing work already complete.

United Farmers of Alberta has broken ground on a new fuel and cardlock site in Moosomin along the Number 1 Highway, with opening expected in November. The facility will offer a full range of fuel products, including diesel, gasoline, and specialty fuels.

The City of Moose Jaw has begun a $1.26M sidewalk, curb, and gutter rehabilitation program. The project, which was awarded to North Star Concrete, will replace deteriorated infrastructure at select locations. Work will continue until mid-September, weather permitting.

Innovation Saskatchewan is providing $149K over three years to support the Southeast TechHub (SETH) in enhancing startup support and boosting the tech sector in Estevan and southeast Saskatchewan. The funding will back SETH's Rural Innovation Startup Ecosystem program, which assists technology companies in launching and scaling through various mentorship, programming, and targeted supports.

Mayberry Fine Art is moving from Winnipeg’s Exchange District to a much larger space in the West End. Its new building is a former Long & McQuade music store that will have more square footage for Mayberry’s art exhibitions as well as services like restoration, framing, and appraisals.

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are launching a new program that will provide small and medium-sized businesses with funds to train workers and develop human resource plans. The $3.5M program also offers upskilling for workers who have been laid off.

Two eateries will be opening in a space attached to Winnipeg’s Centennial Concert Hall this fall. Hermanos Steakhouse is relocating from its longtime location on Bannatyne Avenue. The second restaurant, Nanny’s Howse Café, is a new business operated by the same family.

Tim Hortons has announced that its franchisees will be building 80 new locations and renovating 400 across the country in 2026. This includes three new and 10 renovated restaurants in Manitoba.

Two more 7-Eleven locations have closed in Winnipeg: one at Arlington St. and Notre Dame Ave., and one at Keewatin St. and Logan Ave. At least eight 7-Eleven convenience stores have closed in the city since 2024, largely due to crime and safety issues.

The City of Winnipeg will begin demolition work this summer on the Arlington Bridge, which has been closed to vehicle traffic since 2023. While the full cost has not yet been determined, it is expected to exceed $22M. The City plans to design a replacement bridge; however, funding for the project has not yet been secured.

Tim Hortons launched its campaign to hire 10K local people across Canada to help reduce youth unemployment on May 25. The company has further plans to renovate 400 locations and open 80 new restaurants across Canada.

Edmonton-based Grizzly Discoveries Inc. is conducting additional field surveys along with drilling, prospecting, mapping and sampling across its sites near Greenwood, BC.

Pembina Pipeline Corporation has approved construction of its $570M Heartland Extraction Plant near Edmonton. The plant is expected to begin operations in 2029.

Tim Hortons launched a campaign to hire 10,000 local people across Canada to help reduce youth unemployment. The company also plans to renovate 400 locations and open 80 new locations across Canada.

Kenhtè:ke Language and Cultural Centre opened on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory northeast of Belleville and will be a hub for Mohawk language revitalization and cultural learning for all ages

ArtsLink NB has announced that artists can now apply for professional status, under the Status of the Artist Act, giving them more employment protections. The accreditation is intended to protect artists’ rights to fair wages, clear contracts, and professionalism.

The federal government is providing $250K to the Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning to support a two-year project researching the viability of a northern co-operative economy. The initiative will examine Indigenous economic models and explore opportunities for co-operative approaches in sectors such as tourism, food security, and cultural programming.

The New Brunswick Teachers’ Association say they are focused on recruitment and retention, with the average teacher being closer to retirement than the beginning of their career. It is expected that 25% of anglophone teachers will retire within five years.

The Safe at Home Society is set to open a $42M supportive housing project in downtown Whitehorse in June. The facility will feature 67 housing units, providing ongoing supports for people experiencing homelessness, including assistance with conflict resolution, paperwork, budgeting, and eviction prevention.

The City of Powell River has announced that the Powell River Community Forest has funded 12 grants worth a total of nearly $305K for local community organizations.

Black & McDonald Limited has broken ground on the $35M Spring Creek Transformer Station in Lincoln, funded by Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc., which will add 102 megawatts of electrical capacity to Lincoln and West Niagara and is expected to be completed in 2029

The Government of Canada has begun construction of a $37M, 1,200-sq.-m. Transition Centre at Canadian Forces Base Borden, west of Barrie. The facility will support 41 personnel and is expected to be fully operational by June 2028

Librairies Boyer will close its store in Châteauguay on June 21

The Ville de Laval is investing more than $8.4M in redeveloping the Centre Alain-Grandbois in the Chomeday district to turn it into a local library. Construction should be finished by next spring.

The Capitale-Nationale region is receiving over $1.5B from the Government of Quebec over two years to rehabilitate its road network

Resto Pop Thérèse-De Blainville, an organization that helps people who are experiencing homelessness, inaugurated a new emergency shelter

The Municipalité de Saint‑Hippolyte will start building a new municipal garage thanks to a government contribution of more than $4M. The building will also include administrative offices.

Micro Bird, a bus manufacturer, eliminated 40 positions at its Drummondville plant in the last few days. The decision was made due to a drop in the order book, which was caused by tariffs and the difficult economic situation.

Fast-food chain Tim Hortons and many of its franchises will invest a total of $400M in renovating 400 establishments and building 80 new locations across the country. In Quebec, 14 new restaurants will be built, and 51 existing establishments will be modernized, which represents a $57M investment.

The Laiterie de l'Outaouais will open two dairy bars called Rebelle in Gatineau businesses this summer to test the market ahead of an expansion

A U.S. lobby group is calling to reinstate a ban on P.E.I. potatoes after a case of potato wart was detected in a new field on the Island—despite the fact that the farm in question does not export potatoes south of the border. The U.S. accounted for 92% of the Island's total potato exports in 2024.

P.E.I.’s opposition parties have petitions calling for the P.E.I. government to restore $1.4M in funding to early childhood centres. There are concerns about the impacts on recruitment and retention of staff, as well as the impact on service quality.

The federal government will invest $957.8M over five years in the Small Craft Harbours Program to support repairs and dredging nationwide. Meteghan harbour will see new climate resistant infrastructure that will support commercial fish harvesters in the region.

The Government of Nova Scotia has approved the Sugar Maple Wind Energy Project, in Pictou County. Work on the 16-turbine wind farm is expected to begin in 2027, creating an estimated 150 jobs during construction and seven permanent positions once operational.

The federal government will provide $10M in funding to help bring youth mental health services to rural N.B. The money will help hire staff with cultural training and deploy two mobile service vans to smaller communities with the greatest need.

UNB is launching a new PhD program in nursing to address a shortage of nurses who can conduct research, advance nursing science, advise on policy and train new nurses. The four-year, full-time program will start in the fall and largely be delivered online.

Aben Gold Corp. has received a Class 3 Quartz License for its Justin Gold Tugnsten Project in southeast Yukon, enabling drilling, trenching, and infrastructure work across 375 claims. The approval is valid for five years until May 20, 2031.

Tim Hortons and its franchise owners are spending $400M to build and renovate 480 locations across Canada. Plans include one new location in the NWT and upgrades to an existing Nunavut site, featuring improved layouts, updated kitchen equipment, and enhanced digital ordering systems.

The federal government is allocating $241M to build up to 725 homes in Nunavut, which will include a mixture of public housing, affordable units and supportive housing for vulnerable residents. The specific locations for the new homes have yet to be disclosed.

The federal government is providing $816M over seven years to enhance maritime security and expand the Canadian Coast Guard’s monitoring capabilities. The initiative includes a new Iqaluit hub, radar sites, upgraded aircraft equipment, and drones to extend Arctic surveillance.

FlixBus Canada has expanded its Western Canada route to include Swift Current. The service runs twice daily between Calgary and Regina, adding stops in Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Swift Current, and Moose Jaw.

Tim Hortons and its franchise owners are spending $400M to build and renovate 480 locations across Canada. In Saskatchewan, plans include three new locations and upgrades to 12 sites, featuring improved layouts, updated kitchen equipment, and enhanced digital ordering systems.

The City of Winnipeg is renewing a short-term project that saw police officers stationed on Winnipeg Transit buses and around bus stops last fall. The City says violent crime related to public transit fell by 18% during the initiative when compared to the same period the previous year.

Four new businesses specializing in retro products opened last month in a shared building in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. Archival Studios, Eric’s Objects, Aged & Faded, and Rewind Vintage are open mainly on weekends, selling vintage clothing, housewares, and furniture.

The City of Morden has planted 12,000 trees on approximately 25 acres of land as part of the federal government’s 2 Billion Trees program. The newly planted area, located near Lakeside Cemetery, is called the Lakeside Nature Area.

Pappas Greek Food and Steak, a Winnipeg restaurant, is closing after more than 30 years in business as its owners retire.

The Government of Canada is providing $47M to build 133 secure rental units in Manitoba, largely intended for seniors, women, and tenants who require supportive housing. The units will be split between Selkirk, Winkler, Cross Lake, Flin Flon, and elsewhere in Northern Manitoba.

The new hospital in Portage la Prairie will offer breast cancer screening services when it opens next spring. The provincial government has committed $1.3M for equipment and staffing, while the Portage District General Hospital Foundation is contributing $725,000.

Health benefits provider Manitoba Blue Cross has opened a service centre in Winkler. It is the company’s third centre in the province, after locations in Winnipeg and Thompson.

A new medical clinic has opened in Glenboro, replacing an existing facility that is nearly 70 years old. The Spirit Sands Medical Clinic cost $2M to build and includes expanded office and exam room space for the two physicians and one nurse practitioner who will work there.

The Government of British Columbia has announced $19.2M in funding through the Affordable Housing Fund to build 248 Indigenous-focused homes and shelter spaces in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. The Ho’-kee-melh Kloshe Lum project will include 56 market-rate rental homes managed by a third party.

7-Eleven is permanently closing its Ambleside convenience store location on May 26.

The Board of Trustees of Rocky View Schools approved a $385.7M operating budget for 2026/27. The budget includes hiring 115 additional teachers and various student supports.

Planta Queen Inc., a plant-based restaurant chain, closed both of its Toronto locations

Chalk River Laboratories, a Canadian nuclear research facility located in Deep River, northwest of Ottawa, received a 2.2B capital commitment from the Government of Canada to support the modernization of aging infrastructure and the development of new science and research facilities 

Ross Video Limited, a live video production technology firm, is investing $122.5M, with the help from the provincial government, to expand manufacturing and R&D in Ottawa and Iroquois, creating 125 new jobs and supporting 300 existing positions across Eastern Ontario 

Ten businesses across the Greater Toronto Area are receiving a combined repayable investment of nearly $9M from the federal government to support growth, modernize operations, adopt advanced technologies, and strengthen capabilities

The Wellington Extended Aeration Wastewater Treatment Plant in Prince Edward County will receive $20.6M in federal funding to support its expansion and modernization 

The Government of Canada is providing over $6.8M to manufacturers in the aluminum sector in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean. Among others, Industries GRC, a metal product manufacturer in Saguenay, is receiving more than $2M to acquire equipment.

The Government of Quebec is starting construction on a third lane on westbound Autoroute 20 in Lévis. The project, valued at over $50M, will span four years. The total project cost for the Autoroute 20 expansion has reached $101.3M.

Les Produits de l’érable de Bromont, a maple processing company, will create 18 jobs in Bromont by 2029 following the construction of a plant that will receive $3.15M in funding from the Quebec government

Forge Resources has outlined a 5,000‑metre drilling campaign for its Alotta Project in Yukon’s Dawson Range. The 2026 program, which mobilized on May 25, will test newly identified targets with strong gold-copper porphyry potential.

Rackla Metals Inc. has received a five-year land use permit for its Lentung project in the NWT’s Tombstone Tungsten Belt, allowing for a 49-person camp to be set up and mineral exploration activities. The 2026 field program, which began on May 26, consists of drilling, surface trenching, and repairing the existing access routes.

A new medical clinic in Inuvik run by the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation is slated to open in 2027. The facility will offer both dental and physician services through a team of rotating dentists, physicians, hygienists, and dental therapists.

The federal and Yukon governments have signed two agreements, totaling about $350M, to support housing and infrastructure for Yukoners. The first partnership will support the construction of housing, post-secondary education, and health infrastructure, while the second partnership will accelerate construction of up to 500 new homes across the territory.

The federal and Nunavut governments are providing over $1.5M over three years to support training and employment in the marine sector for workers affected by global tariffs. Participants who complete the Bridge Watch Training course will gain the skills needed to pursue employment on marine vessels operating in international waters.

The Government of Canada is providing over $8.1M to support Saskatchewan’s steel industry through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative. The funding will help firms increase productivity, access new markets abroad, and strengthen supply chains amid U.S. tariffs and global trade disruptions.

Spring seeding is behind schedule in Manitoba as farmers contend with rain, high winds, and unusually cold temperatures. As of May 19, just 37% of seeding was complete compared to 57% in 2025, and a five-year average of 43%.

The Government of Manitoba is providing $2.2M to five organizations with mandates to improve safety in downtown Winnipeg. These include the city’s four central business improvement zones as well as the Downtown Community Safety Partnership Inc.

The Government of Manitoba’s new supervised consumption site is expected to open in June 2026. Clients will be able to inject drugs under staff supervision at the facility, which will be located just west of Main Street in Winnipeg. The Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre will operate the site and is currently hiring and training staff.

Burgoo, a Vancouver restaurant, is set to permanently close its Burrard Street location in downtown Vancouver in May.

The Terrace bowling alley has been destroyed by fire. An investigation into the cause is ongoing.

The Government of Canada, the City of Vancouver and TransLink announced a joint investment of over $200M for seismic upgrades to the Cambie Street Bridge. The upgrade and rehabilitation work will be delivered over multiple phases and when completed will reduce potential earthquake damage and repair costs.

The Government of British Columbia has announced nearly $1.5M in funding to support outdoor recreation through its Look West: B.C.’s Outdoor Recreation Strategy. The funding will go to three outdoor recreation projects to create economic diversification, skilled jobs and a new bridge to access the Renshaw snowmobile area.

Calgary-based Traction Uranium Corp. is planning a helicopter-supported field reconnaissance program at its Aurora Uranium Project located in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin region.

The City of Spruce Grove will not renew its ambulance contract with Emergency Health Services (EHS) but will continue to have access to the Medical First Response program. The decision comes after EHS informed the City earlier this year they intended to either acquire or amend new contracts in the province.

Jin Bar restaurant in Calgary is set to permanently close May 30.

Japanese bakery Pablo Cheese Tart in Calgary is set to permanently close May 23.

The City of Lethbridge announced plans to move forward with the planned $285M upgrades to their Wastewater Treatment Plant, increasing output by 50%.

The federal and N.B. governments will partner to support tariff-impacted workers. Over three years, $13.8M will be go into the Canada–N.B. Workforce Tariff Response to support workers in softwood lumber, mining, construction, transportation, and other sectors.

Cascadia Seaweed opened an advanced seaweed processing facility in Port Edward on May 14. The facility processes seaweed biomass to make alternatives to conventional agricultural inputs. The facility is expected to begin full operations in summer 2026.

The Upper Canada District School Board and the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario are eliminating over 50 full-time equivalent positions, including key education support roles across Eastern Ontario schools 

August 8, a sushi restaurant, will close its Central Hamilton location this June 

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is undergoing a $1.1M renovation project with support from the provincial government

Charlie Social House, a social club, is opening in downtown Toronto this spring

Durham Regional Transit is receiving $11.6M from all three levels of the government to modernize its transit fleet by replacing buses and optimizing fuel use and maintenance requirements

Sunrise Farms, a poultry producer, is building a $100M, 155,000‑sq.-ft. processing facility in Woodstock, with support from the provincial government, creating 100 jobs upon completion and supporting 248 existing positions across Ontario 

The IOC mining company is investing in upgrading the car dumper at its facilities in Sept-Îles. The project will span from May 21 to July 2, 2026.

The Ville de Saint-Lin-Laurentides is investing $3M in rehabilitation work on rang Double thanks to funding from the ministère des Transports. The project will run from June to October 2026.

Airbus inaugurated an aerospace research centre in Mirabel. The centre aims to accelerate technological development in aviation.

The Centre de recherche et d’innovation de la canneberge will inaugurate a new molecular biology lab in Notre‑Dame‑de‑Lourdes. The facility will contribute to insect pest control.

GT Resources Inc. has entered an agreement to acquire the CD Project in Yukon’s Dawson Gold Range, with valid drill permits until 2033. The 2026 program will focus on data collection and modelling to support a future 2,500–3,000 metre drilling campaign targeting gold, copper, and silver mineralization.

The Government of Canada announced over $55M in funding to support Arctic infrastructure and mining innovation in Nunavut. The funding includes up to $50M for the Grays Bay Road and Port project, and $5M for Glacies Technologies to advance low-emission energy solutions for mine heating and ventilation.

Skyharbour Resources Ltd. is set to begin its 2026 exploration program at the RL project in northern Saskatchewan. The program will include about 4,000–5,000 metres of diamond drilling and ground electromagnetic surveys to following up on existing and newly identified targets at key zones on the property.

The Town of Battleford is allocating $21.5K to renovate the Battlefords Community Youth Centre. The upgrades aim to restore the facility for public use, with work expected to be completed before fall.

The Government of Saskatchewan, Oxford House Saskatchewan, and the City of Prince Albert partnered to open 21 new sober living spaces in Prince Albert to support people recovering from addiction. The units provide post-treatment housing with counselling and community supports aimed at preventing relapse.

The Government of Canada and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation are providing $3.4M to build eight shelter units with 20 beds in Prince Albert. The facility will offer culturally relevant housing and supports for Indigenous women, children, and 2SLGBTQQI+ individuals.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing over $2M for infrastructure upgrades at nine community airports. The province will contribute up to $935K through the Community Airport Partnership program, while airport operators will provide the remaining $1.1M. Work is slated to begin in the 2026 construction season.

The Government of Canada has renewed the Saskatchewan Research Council’s licence for the Gunnar uranium mine and mill site in northern Saskatchewan for five years, valid until May 31, 2031. The renewal allows for ongoing remediation efforts but does not permit any new activities. Future long-term monitoring will require a separate licencing decision.

IREN, an Australia-based tech company, has announced that two of its data centres in Mackenzie and Prince George will undergo construction to transition from bitcoin mining to AI data centres. The company has also expanded its Community Grants Program to $200K per site.

Blowers and Grafton restaurant is set to open its first BC location in Nanaimo this summer. The restaurant will offer various items including mini lobster rolls, handcrafted cocktails and Coast Salish-style cooking.

Beauty retailer Sephora is set to open 2 new Vancouver locations in May and June. The new stores will be located at the Oakridge Park mall and in the Kitsilano neighbourhood respectively.

The British Columbia Energy Regulator’s Fort St. John facility on Airport Road will be unable to ship or receive core samples starting June 1 due to a warehouse expansion. Core is used primarily by the oil and gas industry to analyze various properties of rocks including geological age, porosity and permeability. It is unclear when service will resume.

Telus is investing over $15B over the next five years to expand its network infrastructure, AI leadership and operations across British Columbia. The investment advances technology and AI independence in the province while supporting environmental sustainability and improving connections between communities.

NorthX Climate Tech has provided $2.2M to BC-based AI and drone companies to develop wildfire prevention tools. Kamloops-based Hummingbird Drones is using aerial data to improve wildfire crew responses. In Kelowna, CRWN.ai using AI to detect wildfire risks from powerlines. In July, Skyward Wildfire Technologies will begin testing AI prediction to help reduce wildfires caused by lightning.

Calgary-based CEMATRIX Corporation, a manufacturer and supplier of cellular concrete solutions, has secured $4.1M in new contracts. Most of the work is expected to be completed in 2026.

Canadian National, Keyera Corp. and AltaGas Ltd. are partnering to develop the $240M Alberta Corridor Export Rail Terminal Project, which will transport propane and butane from Alberta to export terminals on the West Coast. Construction is currently underway with the expected completion date in 2028

The Government of Alberta is providing $10M to establish the Health Innovation Lab in partnership with the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii). The new lab will use AI to accelerate the development and adoption of new technologies aimed at expanding healthcare capacity, patient outcomes, and system efficiency at AHS.

Pants retailer DUER is set to open a location in Banff in late June.

Telus is investing more than $14B over the next five years to expand network infrastructure and operations across Alberta. The investment will support Alberta with advancing Canada’s Tech & AI independence, environmental sustainability and connecting communities.

A survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows that larger businesses are more likely to use multiple recruitment methods compared to smaller firms. Retail, hospitality and the arts are more likely to accept unsolicited applications and walk-ins.

A survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows that larger businesses are more likely to use multiple recruitment methods compared to smaller firms. Retail, hospitality and the arts are more likely to accept unsolicited applications and walk-ins.

The Government of Nova Scotia said it will run annual offshore wind licence bid rounds starting with a call for up to five gigawatts this year. Massachusetts and Hydro-Québec have both expressed interest in purchasing the power.

A survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows that larger businesses are more likely to use multiple recruitment methods compared to smaller firms. Retail, hospitality and the arts are more likely to accept unsolicited applications and walk-ins.

The first cruise ship visit to St. John’s arrived on May 21st, launching what is expected to be a busy cruise ship season for the capital city region. The city will welcome approximately 270 passengers and crew of the SH Vega, part of the Swan Hellenic line. St. John’s Harbour is expecting some 39 cruise ship visits between now and October.

The NL government says it is committed to getting a third power line to serve the needs of Labrador West. The government says mining companies and investors need additional power to get projects going. There are a number of major projects that are currently stalled because the additional power capacity is lacking.

The Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation has submitted its Botwood and Area Green Energy Project for Environmental Assessment. The corporation is proposing to construct and operate a wind energy project consisting of three wind farms in central NL and a production facility in Botwood. The aim is to export the ammonia to Canadian, U.S. and European markets.

The N.B. government has provided $942K to open a new French-language collaborative health care clinic in Beaurivage. This is N.B.’s 16th collaborative care clinic and has three physicians, as well as nurses, allied health professionals and admin support.

According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), home sales across N.B. are down 13% from the same time last year. The overall benchmark price was $324,400 in April, 1.5% higher than a year ago. Home sales were down 4.4% in Fredericton, 8.3% in Saint John, and 10.5% in Moncton.

A survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows that larger businesses are more likely to use multiple recruitment methods compared to smaller firms. Retail, hospitality and the arts are more likely to accept unsolicited applications and walk-ins.

The chair of the Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick says that additional manufacturing capacity is needed in the region. Agropur has said it will spend about $20M to modernize and expand its Miramichi plant, increasing its capacity by 50% and adding 15 jobs.

The Cégep de Trois-Rivières inaugurated its renovated pool following a $17.6M investment. Various partners contributed to the project.

CIF Metal, an aluminum foundry in Thetford Mines, is looking to fill over 40 specialized and management positions in the coming months. The positions include machinists, electrical mechanics, process engineers, production supervisors, and managers.

The Ville de Gatineau is investing $7.6M in improving the building and infrastructure at the Paul-Pelletier aquatic centre. The project is scheduled to take place over 18 months.

Meule et Caquelon, a restaurant specializing in Swiss cuisine in Gatineau, will close in late June due to a lack of buyers

The Government of Manitoba is spending $150,000 to open a trade office in India, where one staff person will work to increase exports. The Province aims to hire its trade representative by this summer.

The Napanee Battery Energy Storage System has started commercial operations, creating new jobs in long-term operations, maintenance and technical fields and supporting three existing positions

The Green Room has opened in Port Dover, Norfolk County

The provincial government has opened a new apprenticeship exam testing centre in Kenora to expand access to skilled trades careers in Northwestern Ontario

The Peninsula Harbour Port Authority in Marathon, east of Thunder Bay, will receive $2M from the federal government to support the conversion of a former industrial facility into a functional port, a project expected to create over 200 jobs throughout construction and over 20 permanent jobs once complete 

Habitations Paul‑Pratt, a community housing organization in Longueuil, is building 178 units for semi-independent seniors. The $73M project, of which $39.3M is being funded by the Government of Quebec along with a $15.5M loan from the City, should be completed by November 2027.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has detected potato wart for the first time on a P.E.I. farm since 2023. CFIA conducts potato field testing on an annual basis and only detected potato wart in one field and found no evidence of spread.

The N.B. government is partnering with Helmets to Hardhats Canada to help train veterans, military members and their families to enter the unionized construction sector. The program provides employment support to help join the skilled labour market.

The Charlo Salmonid Enhancement Centre will receive over $375K in provincial and federal funding for infrastructure upgrades. The Charlo salmon hatchery will drill a larger well, buy an industrial fish grader, and upgrade its water distribution system.

The Government of Quebec is investing $14M in modernizing the outdoor facilities at Parc Mont-Saint-Anne in Québec. The Société des établissements de plein air du Québec, a provincial organization, will be responsible for carrying out the project.

Bentley Systems, an infrastructure software developer, is investing $10M in establishing an artificial intelligence innovation centre in Québec. The project will create about 40 high-tech jobs, in addition to 70 existing positions.

Mon chez nous, a community affordable housing organization, inaugurated the 47-unit Magnus project, built at a cost of $22.2M, in Gatineau. The City, as well as the governments of Quebec and Canada, contributed funding.

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. is advancing its Hope Bay gold mine located just southwest of Cambridge Bay. The $3.3B project may include building a processing facility, power plant, water management infrastructure, among other fuel and logistics systems. The mine is projected to start production by 2030 and is expected to create about 2,000 jobs over an 11-year lifespan.

The Yukon government has approved a land parcel transfer to the Dawson Society for Children and Families to support construction of a new daycare. The facility, to be built on 5th Avenue, will expand early learning and childcare capacity within the community.

The Yukon government and Klondike Placer Miners’ Association are launching a pilot program to hire an archaeologist in Dawson to conduct heritage resource assessments for eligible placer operators. Backed by up to $200K in territorial funding, the initiative aims to ease logistical challenges while protecting archaeological and heritage resources.

The City of Swift Current has awarded a $185K contract to North Star Concrete for four projects starting in late May through June. Each project is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete and will involve sidewalk upgrades, utility repairs, pedestrian bulb-outs, and other concrete work.

The Governments of Saskatchewan and Alberta have signed a memorandum of understanding enabling cross-border apprenticeship registration for heavy-duty equipment technicians in Lloydminster starting April 1, 2026. The measure allows apprentices to register and train in either province, regardless of residence or employer location.

The Government of Canada is providing over $2.3M to support two Saskatchewan organizations in delivering training, mentorship, and business development services for Black entrepreneurs. The initiative aims to help businesses grow by expanding access to skills development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

There are nearly 500 new housing units currently under construction in Winnipeg’s Osborne Village and at least five new business have opened so far in 2026, according to the Osborne Village BIZ. A new café, restaurant and bar, called Sierra, is opening soon in an apartment complex.

A 7-Eleven store in Winnipeg’s St. Vital neighbourhood is closing its doors at the end of May. It is one of several 7-Eleven locations that have closed in Winnipeg in the last two years due to increasing theft and safety concerns.

The Government of Manitoba is allocating an additional $2.5M to adult learning and literacy programming, including $1M specifically set aside for recruitment of educators in First Nations and northern communities. Another $100,000 is earmarked for increasing student capacity at Urban Circle Training Centre in Winnipeg.

The Harbour Authority of Salt Spring Island is spending $1.2M to build two new seaplane docks and additional transient moorage to support air transportation in Ganges. The new docks are expected to create a new part-time position and up to 11 seasonal jobs at the harbour authority.

The Government of Alberta announced an almost $62M investment through the new Emergency Family Violence Services program. As part of the program, the province is investing $4M over three years to aid shelters with repairs and upgrades.

The Government of Canada announced a $6.8M investment through the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative for five projects in Alberta. The projects will support 70 jobs and will include research and testing opportunities, as well as bring technology to new markets.

The NL government has launched consultations seeking input on strengthening protections for foreign workers in the province. The process will examine management of immigration programs and explore potential changes to policies, legislation, and oversight.

Site work has started on a second ice rink in Moosomin, with construction set to begin this summer. The Community Builders Alliance has launched a new foundation to cover the $10M construction costs, while operating expenses will be covered by the town once completed.

Carman’s Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home has reached full capacity, and the next phase of its expansion will begin construction this summer. The 50-unit assisted living facility is expected to open late in 2027 or early 2028.

Work continues on Manitoba Hydro’s Portage Area Capacity Enhancement project, which began construction in 2022. A new line will be installed this year, running along Highway 227 from Portage la Prairie to north of Winnipeg. The new Wash’ake Mayzoon power station near Portage will see increased use as the project continues.

Construction is expected to begin in the coming weeks on a privately funded athletic facility in southwest Winnipeg. The 40,000-sq.-ft. complex will have spaces for baseball, softball, and cricket, and is slated to open in 2027.

Snuneymuxw First Nation is planning to lease 102 acres of land of its te’tuxwtun reserve to the Nation's economic development branch, Petroglyph Development Group. The land is slated to be used for housing and other commercial developments.

The Kwantlen Farmers Market, hosted in Richmond by Kwantlen Polytechnic University, has begun operations for the season. The market will feature a number of food products sold by student vendors. The market will operate every Tuesday until December 22.

BC Hydro is undertaking work to support its infrastructure along First Avenue in Kamloops. The maintenance work will improve reliability and safety and will last until about June 19.

Durham College is receiving over $1.2M from the provincial government to expand apprenticeship training in the cook, electrician, and welder programs in its Whitby campus, along with $205K for equipment and facility upgrades

The Ville de Danville inaugurated its new municipal garage following a $6.7M project. The Government of Quebec invested over $3.6M in the project.

The Mosaic Company is planning to expand employment opportunities for Indigenous people through its 2030 reconciliation action plan. The five-year initiative is expected to increase the number of entry-level roles beyond mining, offering opportunities related to procurement, health and safety, human resources, public affairs, and government relations.

File Hills First Nations Police Service is expanding its operations to include three additional Indigenous communities near Regina, increasing the total to eight. The expansion follows a signed memorandum of understanding among the First Nations to enhance safety for Indigenous people and youth. File Hills currently employs 23 people but plans to hire nine additional officers by the end of the fiscal year.

Elevare Career Institute has launched a new healthcare assistant program at their downtown Kelowna location. The program was created to help address shortages in healthcare staffing in the region.

There are concerns that youth employment could be negatively impacted this summer as businesses face economic uncertainty. P.E.I.’s youth unemployment rate was only 8.7% last summer, well below national levels, thanks to the Island’s tourism-driven economy.

Eskasoni First Nation and Brela Homes announced a joint venture in Cape Breton to accelerate housing construction. The agreement will train and employ Eskasoni band members in trades and expand modular home production in the region.

Poley Mountain Resorts, just outside of Sussex, has acquired 110 acres of new land and plans to expand its operation with a plan that could add rental cabins, hotel, and a spa. The resort is also looking to expand its multi-season recreation activities.

The Olympic Park in Montréal is currently renovating the stadium tower. The $122M project is expected to be completed in 2027.

BC Hydro is undertaking work to lay a new underwater power cable through the Gorge Waterway in Victoria. The new 660-metre electrical conduit will be laid 1.5 metres below the seabed and will replace a deteriorating existing cable. The project is expected to last until at least the fall.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre received over $3.5M from the provincial government to increase sur­ger­ies and diagnostic procedures at the hos­pital

Sucro Can Canada Inc. has officially opened a $135M sugar refinery at the Port of Hamilton

The Town of Lincoln is receiving up to $33.7M from the Government of Canada to support its decade-long, multi-phase shoreline protection, road relocation, and infrastructure upgrade project along the Lake Ontario shoreline

Two Guelph-based agri-food non-profits, Bioenterprise Canada and the Canadian Food Innovation Network, received over $10M from the federal government to support and administer clean-technology projects across Canada’s agricultural and food supply chain

A new No Frills location will be opened in Elmira, hiring multiple retail positions

The redevelopment of the Carveth Care Centre in Gananoque is underway, adding 104 new beds and modernizing facilities by 2029. The project is expected to support approximately 215 jobs, including 45 construction roles and 170 permanent positions. 

The Miller Group Inc. received a contract from the provincial government to construct the 16.3km western section of the Bradford Bypass. During construction, the project will support over 2,200 jobs annually.

Centennial Park has opened a new sport training facility in Etobicoke, Toronto, supported by a $20M provincial investment, that will host FIFA World Cup 2026 teams before opening to the public in September 2026 for community use 

Four affordable housing projects—Credit River Way, Creekside Apartments, Chelsea Gardens, and Basswood Senior Residences—across Peel Region are receiving $28M from the federal and provincial governments to support the development of 599 new affordable housing units 

Five companies in the North Bay area, including Premier Mining Products Inc., Pilot Diamond Tools Limited, Miller Technology Incorporated, Mincon Group Plc, and Old Forge MFG Ltd., will receive over $2.22M from the federal government to respond to global trade pressures 

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services in North Bay will be receiving $4.5M from the federal and provincial governments to build a 60-unit, three-storey affordable residential building and a common area space, with construction set to start by early fall

Government of Ontario is investing over $5.1M to connect residents to primary care providers in Cornwall

The Government of Quebec is investing $4.5M in extending the Programme d’appui financier au développement du secteur des pêches et de l’aquaculture commerciales

The P.E.I. government says it will meet with producers to discuss possible financial support for a Netflix production set to be filmed in Toronto and on P.E.I. It is estimated that the 10-episode series could generate $20-$30M in direct economic activity.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. awarded Nova Scotia's LamSar Inc. a $34.6M contract to supply prefabricated pipe spools for the first three shipsets of River-class destroyers. The contract will support skilled manufacturing jobs in Pictou County.

Bay Ferries Ltd. said bookings for The Cat ferry season are up about 30%, with nearly 17,800 reservations and 5,000 more than last year. Over four-fifths (85%) are coming from the United States, helping support tourism jobs in southwest Nova Scotia.

The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will deliver $2.15M to support Hailmar Fisheries, Atlantic Coast Live Lobster, Fishermen’s Premium Atlantic Lobster and Xsealent Seafood. The funds will modernize lobster processing and support jobs in Nova Scotia.

The Benson Seafood operation on Grand Manan will double its workforce with the opening of the company’s new 17,000 ft2 lobster processing plant. The company will cook, clean, package and freeze lobster and other seafood products to sell globally.

A $4M year-round ball hockey facility opened in an industrial park in Saint John’s east side. The new Knapper Center features indoor-outdoor playing surfaces, viewing spaces, and a bar. Other areas in Atlantic Canada are looking to build similar facilities.

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke opened its Cultural Arts Centre, a $56M project funded by various partners. The funding includes $16M from the Government of Canada, $11M from the Government of Quebec, and $2.5M from the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund.

Maxi, a grocery chain, will open a location in the Arvida area of Saguenay in late June 2027. The project, valued at $8M, will create nearly 100 jobs. The developers will start construction this summer.

The Office municipal d’habitation de Laval is investing $68M this year in asset maintenance and reconstruction work on buildings under its responsibility

The Ville de Laval is investing over $80M in stabilizing the banks along the Rivière des Mille-Îles to protect the boulevard of the same name. The Government of Canada is contributing $25M in funding to the project, which is scheduled to be carried out over six years.

Nouveau Monde Graphite, a mining company, started construction on the new Matawinie mine in Saint-Michel-des-Saints. The $885M project is expected to create 450 jobs during the construction phase. Production is scheduled to start in 2028.

The Ville de Drummondville will start construction on a third refrigerated ice rink this spring. The project represents an investment of $4.9M, and it is expected to be completed in early 2027.

Baffinland Iron Mines Corp., the company which produces iron ore on northern Baffin Island, is seeking creditor protection as it reviews strategic alternatives, which includes selling the company or potential recapitalization. Operations at the Mary River Mine and Milne Port are expected to continue during this period, with plans for the Steensby rail and road project remaining on schedule.

The federal government is providing over $13M to a Northwestel project aimed at expanding high-speed internet access to up to 869 Indigenous households across nine NWT communities. Delivered through the Universal Broadband Fund, the project will use Telesat’s satellite technology to improve Internet connectivity in rural and remote communities across the territory.

The federal government is providing nearly $490K through CanNor to support four projects across the territories. The funding aims to address infrastructure gaps, advance clean technology, and support energy independence, while promoting Inuit artists and enhancing Arctic and Indigenous knowledge systems.

The federal government is proposing $957.8M over five years to support the Small Craft Harbours Program as part of the Spring Economic Update 2026. The funding will support repairs, enhancements, and dredging at small craft harbour facilities across Canada, including Nunavut’s Pangnirtung Harbour, which will upgrade its infrastructure to meet climate resistant standards.

Inspiration Mining Corp. has begun drilling at the Rottenstone North Gold-Copper Project in Northern Saskatchewan. The program will focus on testing VMS-style copper-zinc-lead-silver-gold targets along the southeastern boundary of the project.

Bird Construction has been selected to oversee the construction of Bell AI Fabric’s $1.7B, 300-megawatt data centre in the Rural Municipality of Sherwood. Construction began this spring, with phased operations in 2027. The project is expected to generate up to $12B in economic value and create about 800 construction jobs.

The teach pool at Swift Current’s Aquatic Centre is closing for the remainder of the season due to a boiler failure. While repairs are underway, the rest of the facility will remain open until June 14, after which the Fairview Pool will open for the summer.

The City of Moose Jaw has signed a memorandum of understanding with MAX Power Mining Corp to explore opportunities in natural hydrogen development. The company will drill three wells at the Lawson site near Central Butte in November 2026, marking the first dedicated natural hydrogen wells in Canada. The project is expected to create approximately 80 new jobs.

Innovation Saskatchewan is providing $250K over five years to support Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Digital Integration Centre of Excellence. The centre helps businesses develop and test new technologies for commercialization, while also providing specialized expertise to companies across multiple sectors such as agriculture, mining, data analytics, and defence.

Unusually cold spring weather is hampering business for some Winnipeg restaurants, as patio season would normally be well underway. Local garden centres are also feeling the effects, with one company saying they have been forced to cut hours for staff.

The Portage Community Revitalization Corporation is offering capital funding to organizations and developers with affordable housing proposals in Portage la Prairie that can be completed within 18 months. The funding covers new builds, conversions, rehabilitation, and modifications serving low-income residents.

The Villa Youville seniors’ residence in Ste. Anne is planning an expansion that would include an 85-suite apartment building along with four smaller homes housing 12 residents each. Construction on the larger building is expected to begin next year and take about 18 months to complete, at a cost of $26M to $30M.

The Government of Canada is providing $61M to four projects that are expected to connect 2,309 households to high-speed Internet. The majority of the homes are in northern Manitoba First Nations, including Wasagamack Anisininew Nation and Garden Hill First Nation.

Popeyes, a fast-food fried chicken chain, has closed its downtown Vancouver location.

EggSolutions Vanderpol has broken ground on its new 65,000-square-foot egg processing facility in Abbotsford. The facility will feature a microbiology lab, a new oven concept and a research and development centre. The new facility is expected to be completed in October 2027.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City railway (CPKC) is relocating 125 jobs from its base in Revelstoke to Kamloops due to ongoing staffing retention and housing shortages. The company is offering relocation assistance for those interested in transferring.

A 2026 FIFA World Cup store has opened in the Vancouver International Airport. The pop-up store will sell a variety of tournament related merchandise during the event.

The Kelowna Events Centre has reopened its upgraded creative hub. The hub features events spaces, a new café and a production studio. The new studio includes a filming space, a controlled environment room and a room for film and photography. Spaces will be available for rental.

The Government of British Columbia is providing $191K to four arts and cultural events in the Kootenay region this year. The events include music festivals, an arts festival and a sports event.

De Havilland Canada held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 15 for its De Havilland Field in Alberta. The 1,500-acre aircraft manufacturing hub in Wheatland County is expected to create an estimated 3,000 jobs once complete.

REV Exploration Corp. is starting a drilling program in Q3 2026 at its Aden Dome project along the Alberta-Montana border to define deposits of both helium and natural hydrogen.

The federal government is investing more than $20M in 14 manufacturing and industrial firms in the Windsor-Essex region to support equipment upgrades, production expansion and technology adoption 

The $2.4M reconstruction of the Footbridge Road bridge in North Dumfries, just outside Cambridge, is currently underway. Supported by all three levels of government, the project is expected to be completed by the end of October 

Relax Your Mind Head Spa has opened in downtown Orangeville

Killam Apartment Subsidiary Limited Partnership is receiving more than $52M federal government loan to build a 128-unit rental development in Waterloo

The provincial government is investing $3B to expand corrections, adding over 2,500 jail beds over the next decade while increasing hiring and support for frontline staff

The provincial government is investing an additional $875M to help 127 municipalities and First Nations communities across Ontario upgrade and expand aging water and wastewater infrastructure

Rainy River Cattlemen's Association, Rainy River Grain Company Ltd., and the Grand Council Treaty #3 will receive over $558K from the federal government to invest in four economic development projects in the Fort Frances area 

The Municipality of Lakeshore is investing $69M to replace the Stoney Point Sewage Lagoons starting in 2027 and additional $7M for the Belle River Sewer Expansion, scheduled to start in 2030

The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Gaspésie is offering a $30,000 bonus to recruit nurses and fill positions

The Centre de services scolaire Marie- Victorin is investing $8.8M in converting the Annexe Bourassa into a preschool in Longueuil. GCP Construction, a contractor based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, is managing the project that is expected to be completed in 2027.

In the fall, developer Construction immobilière GD will start construction on a commercial building in the Chicoutimi borough of Saguenay. The project represents a $16M investment, and it will be delivered in early 2027.

Fortune Minerals Limited has received approvals for a land use permit and water licence to build and operate the NICO Project Access Road in the NWT. The road will connect the planned NICO mine to the territorial highway, facilitating the mine’s construction and operations by allowing the transport of metal concentrates to a facility in Alberta for processing.

The Yukon government is providing nearly $1.1M to support eight community development projects across the territory. The funding will go towards building a live fire training facility in Watson Lake, along with other infrastructure upgrades and facility improvements for multiple Yukon communities.

The federal government is providing $5.4M to support patient- and community-driven health research in the NWT and Yukon until March 2028, following a $4.8M commitment for similar research in Nunavut from 2024 to 2029. The funding will allow regional research hubs to deliver training, community engagement, and Indigenous-led health initiatives across all three territories.

One year after its creation, an organization that supports Manitoba entrepreneurs has 85 startups working out of its Winnipeg offices. Most of the businesses that Manitoba Innovates works with are small tech companies, but it hopes to expand into other sectors.

The University of St. Boniface is adding 30 seats to its French-language nursing program in response to increasing demand. The Province is providing $220,000 to expand the four-year program, which is based in Winnipeg but offers work placements in rural francophone communities.

Assiniboine College is launching a primary care paramedic training program in an effort to address ongoing labour shortages in rural Manitoba. The first cohort of 16 seats will be offered in Dauphin in January 2027, with 16 additional seats to be offered at another of the college's campuses later in the year.

BC Ferries has begun its summer service on its Langdale route to the Sunshine Coast. The increased service will run an additional 120 sailings during the shoulder season.

The Regional District of North Okanagan will be undertaking maintenance work on the Okanagan Rail Trail this summer. Erosion prevention works to improve trail resilience will take place between June 1 and 19.

The Happy Belly Food Group is set to open its first iQ Food Co. this fall in Calgary, after signing a five-unit development agreement within the city.

The Town of Mayerthorpe is considering a municipally controlled corporation to address the demand for housing. The proposal is to build two single family homes annually and sell them. It is unclear when a final decision will be made.

Bonterra Energy Corp. is planning to drill three new wells during the balance of 2026 while retaining the capital flexibility for additional drilling and completions pending oil market developments.

The Gander International Airport Authority is reporting continued recovery in passenger traffic over the last year, bringing it to about 74% of pre-COVID numbers. Passenger traffic grew 5% over the previous year, while revenue improved by 21% over 2024.

The Lambton Kent District School Board will eliminate 22 custodial positions before September while adding 12 new positions

Little Beaver Restaurant has closed in Komoka, west of London

Graze Craze, a U.S. charcuterie chain, opened in Hamilton

The Community Foundation for Kingston and Area has awarded over $438K to 31 projects supporting youth hubs, inclusive arts programming, assistive services, community spaces, and connections for people of all ages and backgrounds 

Les Pêcheries Marinard, a seafood wholesaler, is investing nearly $1.5M in its plant in Gaspé. The investment enables the company to add a lobster processing unit and preserve around 125 jobs.

The Ville de Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville awarded a contract worth over $12.6M to Excavation Civil Pro, a contractor based in Varennes, to build a collecting sewer. The project is expected to be completed in July 2028.

Société d’investissement Gilbert, a real estate developer affiliated with Groupe Gilbert, is investing over $20M in the construction of a commercial building in Saguenay. The project, which is already underway, is expected to be completed in the spring of 2027.

The Régie intermunicipale du parc industriel of the Regional County Municipality of Maria-Chapdelaine is investing $3.5M in expanding the supply of land for its agri-food and agro-industrial park in Normandin. The work is expected to be completed in September.

Construction has begun on the Redknife River Bridge along Highway 1 in NWT. Work is expected to continue until October 2026.

An economic development hub is set to be built in Iqaluit, with design and construction starting in the next two years and operations anticipated within three. The hub, which received $1.1M in federal funding, aims to support business development while providing training in digital skills and entrepreneurship.

The City of Yellowknife has approved the construction of Stanton Express, a new 90‑room, four‑storey hotel along Old Airport Road. Additionally, the owner of the nearby Explorer Hotel is proposing to add a separate 150‑room building adjacent to its existing hotel.

The federal and Yukon governments are providing almost $1.28M over two years to support new early learning and childcare spaces in Whitehorse. The Council of Yukon First Nations will receive about $695K to create up to 14 Indigenous-led childcare seats, while the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon will receive about $582K to add 28 Francophone spaces.

According to the Paramedic Services Chiefs of Saskatchewan, there are approximately 200 vacancies for primary care paramedics in the province. Amid these staffing challenges, the Saskatchewan government is offering bursaries of up to $10,000 to attract new recruits.

The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding its Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program by 13 seats starting in 2026–27, increasing capacity to 48 seats annually. The two-year program, delivered jointly by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina, is primarily online.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $3.6M to improve access to addictions medicine services throughout the province. The funding will go towards enhancing existing opioid therapy programs and expanding the Virtual Access to Addiction Medicine program to 12 additional communities.

The Salvation Army is expanding its services in Neepawa, adding a new Community Services Centre to its existing thrift store and food bank. The new space includes offices and a community kitchen and will accommodate new programming and increased food bank capacity.

Princess Auto will open a new retail location on Winnipeg’s Panet Road next month, while closing a smaller space on the same block. The flagship store is 105,000 sq. ft. and will include educational opportunities for schools as well as a workshop where customers can try out products.

The Special Care Unit at the Thompson General Hospital was recently forced to close for a week due to a shortage of nurses. Patients were transferred to other facilities as needed.

The Government of Canada is providing an additional $4M to the City of Winnipeg through its housing accelerator fund, which was established in 2023 to expedite the building of new homes. The funding is for 150 new residential units, while the Rural Municipality of Ritchot will also receive $357,000 for an affordable housing development.

FIFA is hiring several positions related to tournament operations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver. Events in Vancouver will take place between June 13 and July 7.

The Government of Canada announced an investment of $3.35M for two Calgary organizations to support projects in crime prevention among Indigenous communities. The funding will provide various supports, including mental health and wellness, and a 24-week program to reintegrate men and women into the community after incarceration or probation.

The Government of Canada announced a joint investment of over $323M with the Government of Alberta to build more than 3,600 housing units across 41 projects in the province. The projects will include multi-family affordable housing, office-to-residential conversions, seniors housing, emergency shelters, transitional housing and supportive living. 

The Centre de services scolaire des Laurentides started work on a new gym at the Sacré-Cœur school in Saint-Donat. The $13.9M project will be finished by the winter of 2028.

Villa d'émeraude, an intermediate resource senior's residence in Granby, will close on August 14 because a contract is ending. Around 10 people will lose their jobs.

Blackbird Housing Inc. is planning a seniors housing complex in the former McKenzie Seeds building in downtown Brandon. The $20M project will include 130 suites along with commercial space related to wellness and medical needs.

Work is underway on the redevelopment of Anchor Park in Kelowna. The $475,000 project will create a new plaza and public space. Construction on the plaza is expected to be completed by end of summer.

The City of Kelowna has approved a new two building, 213-unit rental housing complex. The buildings will feature car and bicycle parking and an amenity room. Exact construction dates have not yet been announced.

Calgary-based DevvStream Corp., a carbon management company, is providing consulting services to Southern Energy Renewables Inc. under a new agreement for environemntal assets related to green methanol production from Southern’s planned Louisiana platform.

Charlottetown council is allowing patios along Victoria Row to stay open past midnight permanently during the summer season. Patios elsewhere in the city will still have to close by midnight.

The Canadian Union of Public Employees said two Nova Scotia long-term care homes in Inverness and Chéticamp will join the strike in the province on May 14, 2026. The labour action brings the walkout to about 3,300 workers across 34 homes.

The Halifax Regional Municipality and the Halifax Regional Centre for Education said school librarian and social worker funding will be phased out across Halifax over five years. This will result in 75 fewer positions by August 31, 2031.

The Halifax Regional Council ordered a review of sidewalk patio permit fees in the municipality. High fees may reduce summer jobs at restaurants and recent data from Restaurants Canada shows 44% of restaurants were operating at a loss or breaking even.

A Labrador-based fishing company is seeking a 5% share of the northern cod fishery as stocks rebound and traditional crab and shrimp fisheries decline. Federal authorities will decide on allocations. Industry groups representing current groundfish harvesters oppose new entrants, saying increased quotas should first restore historical allocations.

The N.B. government is introducing a new mining bill with the aim to cut red tape and simplify project approvals. The mining industry in N.B. was a major economic driver in the late 2010s and the province wants to be a top area for mining development.

The only grocery store in the Town of Salisbury has reopened 8 months after a fire destroyed the business. Walker’s Your Independent Grocer opened mid-May and the new store has more meals-to-go and a new-look bakery.

The N.B. government says the public housing waitlist has grown from 4,300 households to 14,000 households since 2020. There are now about 4,600 public housing units in N.B. with the province and Ottawa plan to spend $210M to build 1,200 units over 2 years.

Little Cubs Learning Centre, in partnership with the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board and local municipal governments, will open a new childcare centre at Sacred Heart Catholic School in Teeswater this fall 

Laminar Water Inc. will install four temporary ultrafiltration units at the Mannheim Water Treatment Plant in Kitchener as part of a $15.1M project, which is expected to be operational by summer 2027 

Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area, supported by the federal and municipal governments, broke ground on an affordable housing project with more than 40 units in Whitby

Six organizations in Northeastern Ontario will receive over $1.61M in federal government funding to help strengthen economic development and enhance tourism in Greater Sudbury and surrounding communities 

GP North Woods LP is investing $191M, with provincial government support, towards upgrading their oriented strand board plant in Englehart, north of North Bay, protecting more than 220 jobs

A&W, a fast-food burger chain, has opened a new restaurant location in downtown Prince Rupert.

The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District has approved $15,000 in funding to repair damaged sidewalks in Furry Creek. Work includes patching 21 sidewalk panels and the replacement of nine sidewalk panels. Work is expected to be completed this month.

Pierre Lefebvre Toyota, a car dealership in Sorel-Tracy, inaugurated its new premises following a $12M investment. As a result, the company increased its workforce from 26 to 30 employees.

Mission Unitaînés, a non-profit organization, inaugurated a building with 100 affordable housing units for seniors in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The three levels of government and private partners contributed to the project.

Rio Tinto IOC, a mining company, has been making dozens of layoffs since September 2025 in Sept-Îles and Labrador City. Only executives have been affected for now.