Alberta Adds 42,000 Jobs in September as Oil Prices Fall

Alberta saw a significant job increase in September, adding 42,500 positions, which accounted for over 70% of Canada’s employment gains, marking the largest monthly increase on record. Despite a high unemployment rate of 7.8% and ongoing economic uncertainties, the province’s employment growth outpaces the national average, with notable gains in manufacturing, construction, and professional services.

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