First Nations youth leaders are warning Canadians can expect a long, tense summer of protests as governments push forward with plans to fast-track major projects.

Nearly eight in 10 respondents indicated that procurement processes are changing to encourage innovation and digital adoption.

Canada’s jobless rate rose a tenth of a point to seven per cent in May amid a gain of 8,800 jobs in the month, Statistics Canada said in its latest labour force survey.

Ford announced that in the Ontario budget, the province will add nearly $1 billion over three years to the Skills Development Fund.

Launched in 2024, the bursary aims to provide financial support to students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.