Canada Adds 8,200 Jobs in December Despite Rising Unemployment
Canada's economy added 8,200 full-time jobs in December 2025, surpassing analyst forecasts of job losses. However, the unemployment rate rose to 6.8%, driven by increased labor force participation, signaling mixed economic signals for policymakers.
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In December 2025, Canada's labor market defied expectations by adding 8,200 net jobs, all in full-time positions, according to data released by Statistics Canada. This increase in employment contrasts sharply with analyst predictions, which had forecast a loss of 5,000 jobs. Despite this positive job growth, the unemployment rate edged up to 6.8% from 6.5% in November, a rise attributed to increased labor force participation.
