Labour Market News

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The Government of Alberta has launched a new intake of its Primary Care Innovation Fund to support projects that improve access to primary care, connect more Albertans with health-care providers, and reduce unnecessary hospital and emergency department visits. Eligible organizations can apply for funding to test and expand innovative approaches that strengthen patient care across the province.

A new MRI machine was announced for Grand Falls-Windsor amid growing wait times for MRIs in the province. Healthcare experts argue that the wait times cannot be resolved by new machines unless current staffing shortages are addressed. Each machine requires qualified medical radiography and MRI technologists, which the province currently lacks.

N.B. Power is planning on raising rates by 17.4% over the next three years in an attempt to finance the modernization of aging infrastructure. In addition to the price hike, the company is looking to increase other fees, such as on water heater rentals. The province has already experienced a 36.4% price increase over the past four years.

The NWT government is relaunching the Northwest Territories Producers Incentive Program to support film, television, and digital media projects in the territory. The program includes increased funding for pre-development and development projects and updated requirements aimed at improving the competitiveness of the NWT's film and media industry.

Subway is opening a new location in Hay River’s Wright Centre. Construction is currently underway, but an opening date has not yet been announced.

Bell Canada is proposing a major expansion of its Saskatchewan AI data centre project. The proposed $50B project could increase the facility’s capacity to 1.2 gigawatts and support approximately 500 on-site jobs and up to 3,000 indirect jobs. The company also plans to relocate its AI operations headquarters to Regina, creating about 100 management positions. No timeline has been announced.

The Government of Saskatchewan is spending $5.3M to rehabilitate a section of Highway 22 between Southey and Cupar. The project involves resurfacing over 16km of roadway to improve driving conditions and prevent moisture damage to the roadbed. Construction began in July 2026 and is expected to be completed by late fall 2026.

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies is adding a second location in Winnipeg, on Scurfield Blvd. The building materials company serves both professional contractors and do-it-yourself customers.

The Government of Manitoba is adding 100 beds in the community for patients who are waiting in hospitals for long-term care, housing, or other supports. These include beds at Siloam Mission, Ten Ten Sinclair Housing, N’Dinawemak, and the special needs unit at Deer Lodge Centre.

A Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine clinic (RAAM) has opened in The Pas, offering walk-in services for patients with high-risk substance use issues. The clinic is a partnership between the Northern Health Region and the Opaskwayak Health Authority.

Tourism in Manitoba set a record in 2025, with more than 11M travellers spending a total of $2.4B. While Manitobans and people from elsewhere in Canada accounted for most tourism, visits from Americans and other international tourists also grew by 52%.

The Legion Housing 55+ complex in Flin Flon is expanding, partnering with the municipal government to construct a second building with 20 new units of seniors housing. The timeline for the project is about two years.

Perkins&Will, a Vancouver architectural firm, is leading a study for non-proprietary prefabricated modular mass-timber systems for development across Canada. The approach aims to support domestic manufacturing while speeding up housing delivery.

The Government of Alberta and the Alberta Medical Association have ratified a three-year master pay deal. Details of the agreement will be shared once the it has been finalized.

A new FreshCo location in Calgary’s Sage Hill is set to replace the former Calgary Co-op location, which closed earlier this year. No openeing date has been announced for the anticipated FreshCo.

Porter Airlines announced a new nonstop route between Edmonton, AB and London, ON. The year-round service will run seven times weekly beginning May 6, 2027.

Halifax-based Emera Inc. and Calgary-based Canadian Utilities Ltd. announced plans to merge under a $72B deal, that would make it one of the largest utilities in Canada. The new company would operate as Emera with operational offices located in Calgary and Edmonton. The transaction remains subject to approvals in several jurisdictions.

Acadian Credit Union members have voted to merge with the East Coast Credit Union. The merger, which will take effect in 2027, will result in a credit union that manages approximately $2B in assets and serves more than 65,000 members across the province.

The Halifax-based energy company Emera is set to acquire Canadian Utilities Limited in a $14.3B deal. The deal will allow the company to attract more investment and respond to growing demand, including across international markets such as the United States and Barbados.

PEI is taking over the administration of the Salvation Army’s Home Heating Program. The program offers low-income residents up to $1,200 in assistance, with applications open through Access PEI starting in November. This decision aims to improve access to funding for the program as well as to improve household energy affordability across the province.

The NWT government has completed one of its largest forest restoration projects, planting more than 3.3 million native trees and shrubs in wildfire-affected areas near Sambaa Deh Falls. The nearly $4M project also supported local employment, creating 18 direct jobs for members of the Jean Marie River First Nation and employing nearly 100 tree planters overall.

The Sanikiluaq community daycare will temporarily relocate to Nuiyak School on October 26 while renovations are completed to expand the facility. The project will add new technology to support early learning and increase capacity from 20 to 30 child-care spaces. Renovations are expected to be completed by September 2027, and the expanded facility will allow the daycare to hire additional staff.

The federal and NWT governments are renewing the Working Together bilateral agreement, which will provide $51.2M over seven years to improve access to health care in the Northwest Territories. The two governments also announced over $90M in funding to support 16 health infrastructure projects in constructing and rehabilitating health facilities across 12 communities.

The City of Moose Jaw has begun construction on the Crescent View Headworks facility, which will replace the aging Crescent View lift station. The new $73M facility is designed to improve wastewater system reliability, reduce the risk of sewer backups and flooding, and increase capacity to support the community’s growing population. Construction is expected to continue through 2029.

Construction began last month on the first residential building in the Water Tower District, a $1.5B housing development in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. The completed project could include up to 2,800 units, along with retail, recreational, and green space.

Brandon-based Genesis Hospitality Management has expanded into Calgary for the first time, acquiring two Marriott hotels near the city’s airport. The company now owns or manages 16 hotels across the country and employs about 1,100 people. It has four properties in Manitoba.

Statistics Canada has announced that lumber production fell 8.6% in July compared to June 2026. Annually, production fell 6.7% from July 2025. Sawmill production was down further, falling 10.3% from June and 7.8% from July 2025.

The federal and provincial governments will explore a potential high-speed rail link project, connecting Calgary, Red Deer, and Edmonton. The project will be referred to the Major Projects Office to support planning and coordination.

Construction of the Nostalgia Club, a private club in southeast Calgary, is now underway. The 400,000 sq. ft. is set to open in Fall 2029 with amenities including a luxury spa, multiple pools, and a fitness centre.

Construction of the Walden Fire Station and Library in Calgary is slated to begin October. The $30.2M project will include a permanent two-bay fire station and new Calgary Public Library branch. The temporary one-bay fire station will remain open during construction with expected completion in 2028.

Alberta’s Own Marketplace, a boutique in Canmore, is set to close its doors on November 15 with plans to move online in 2027.

Cenovus Energy Inc. is set to acquire Athabasca Oil Corp. for $5.7B with plans to increase production to 115,000 barrels per day by 2032. The company expects to close the deal in December 2026.

Felice Café in Edmonton closed its doors on October 1 after more than four years in business.

Starting October 26, Metrobus will be reducing its weekday services on multiple St. John’s routes. This decision comes as the agency faces shortages of mechanics and transit operators, which limits their ability to maintain buses. Metrobus and the city state that recruitment is a top priority.

A new K-8 school has opened in the Seven Oaks School Division in northwest Winnipeg. École Mino Pimatisiwin School has capacity for 700 students and includes a 119-space child care centre.

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $1.2M in an initiative to attract young people to the fishing industry. Through school outreach and career fairs, the initiative aims to address the current aging labour force, as about one third of fishery workers are nearing retirement age.

Rising diesel prices are increasing costs for businesses across New Brunswick, prompting some to add fuel surcharges. Sustained cost pressures could affect hiring and employment growth while also driving up transportation, construction, and other business-related expenses throughout the province.

Golden Hour Café & Bar has opened on Winnipeg’s Corydon Avenue, employing 12 people.

Canada Packers, a Brandon-based pork producer, is entering its second year as an independent company after branching off from Maple Leaf Foods in 2025. More than 3,800 people work at its Brandon plant, which is the largest pork-processing facility in Western Canada.

Uquutaq Society’s new low-barrier shelter is scheduled to open in Iqaluit in January 2027. The $40M, three-storey facility will provide 44 shelter beds, 13 transitional housing units, and a daytime warming centre.

The federal government is providing over $270K through the New Horizons for Seniors Program to support 12 community-based projects for seniors across the NWT. The funding will support initiatives focused on digital literacy, fraud awareness and prevention, and intergenerational mentoring.

The federal government is providing more than $77M for a new small craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut. The project includes building a breakwater, launch ramp, wharves for large and small vessels, and dredging of the harbour basin and entrance channel. Construction began in August 2026 and is expected to continue until 2029, with the harbour scheduled to open in 2030.

Moose Jaw’s indoor rinks opened for the fall and winter seasons on October 1.

The Government of Manitoba is contributing $100,000 to a new activity and learning centre in Dauphin’s Maamawi Park. The project includes public art, play structures, and interactive learning elements developed with Indigenous partners.

The Government of Manitoba is committing $8M to building a new 24/7 facility in Thompson for Indigenous women and children leaving violence or experiencing housing insecurity. The 10-suite Mino'Ayaawag Ikwewag Northern Lodge will be a partnership between the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre and the Infinity Women Secretariat.

Straight Outta Brooklyn Pizza opened a new 900 sq. ft. location on Kingsway on September 25 after its previous location was forced to close by ongoing redevelopment.

Spare, a Vancouver-based operational systems company, is expanding its AI platform to connect transit operations with city databases. The company was previously selected to modernize HandyDART operations across Metro Vancouver.

Trillium Animal Clinic, a veterinarian medicine clinic, is opening on Chaster Avenue in Duncan by mid-October.

Construction has begun on the new Penticton Fire Hall Headquarters, a $38M project to replace the existing Fire Hall #202. From the funding, $1M will go towards renovating the downtown Nanaimo Avenue fire hall to turn it into a satellite station.

The Government of Alberta announced a $5M investment to the Alberta University of the Arts in Calgary. The funding will be used to upgrade learning spaces, add flex and study areas and new audio-visual equipment.

The Government of Alberta announced a total investment of $2.5M for the Ethnocultural and Anti-Racism Grant programs. Applications are now open with up to $2M available through the Ethnocultural Grant program and up to $500,000 is available through the Anti-Racism Grant program. Both programs offer two streams of funding to support local cultural and anti-racism initiatives.

The federal and provincial governments of PEI will invest more than $32M over three years to support public prescription drug coverage. The funding will support access to prescription medication and help sustain healthcare and pharmaceutical services in the province.

The municipal, provincial, and federal governments are investing more than $1.5 million in infrastructure improvements to support housing development in Shippagan. The funding will expand water and wastewater services and enable the construction of two new streets. These upgrades will support the construction of roughly 69 new homes in the area, creating opportunities for local workers and future homeowners.

The Capitol Theatre in Yellowknife is set to reopen in early 2027 under new ownership as The Reel North. The theatre will feature upgrades to seating, equipment, concessions, and ticketing systems, including advance ticket purchases, reserved seating, and mobile concession ordering.

Moose Jaw Co-op opened a new building centre on September 26. The new store offers building materials and support services for residential and commercial construction and renovation projects.

Saskatchewan’s minimum wage increased from $15.35 to $15.70 per hour on October 1, 2026.

Toronto-based Grid Metals is hoping to begin mining in southeastern Manitoba, having found a cesium deposit it describes as the second largest to be developed by a Western country. The company plans to apply for an environmental license this year and is seeking consent from Sagkeeng First Nation, whose traditional territory the potential project is on.

The provincial government has distributed $20M in relief funding to communities affected by severe flooding this spring and summer. More than 2,400 applications for assistance have been received from individuals and business, and 64 from local authorities.

The federal government is providing $2.6M to Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation for the creation of new multi-use pathways for walking and cycling.

H&A Art Caffe opened in Richmond in mid-September on Park Road. The café also includes an art studio that runs sessions for all ages.

Sweet7, a mango tea chain, closed its shop in Richmond on September 30.

Yin Ji Chang Fen, a rice roll chain, opened a new location on Kingsway in Burnaby on September 28. The location took over the former Green Basil Thai unit.

A new Starbucks coffee shop has opened at The Stories, a mixed-use tower on the Central Broadway corridor in Vancouver. The opening follows the announcement that Starbucks had closed about 250 locations, including three in Downtown Vancouver.

The Strathcona Gardens Aquatic Centre is opening in Campbell River on October 29. The new aquatic centre includes a 25-metre lap pool, a children’s splash area, a sauna and steam room, and accessible change facilities. Additional redevelopment work will continue into summer 2027 to create a nearby fitness centre. A third arena is also scheduled for construction by summer 2029.

Creative BC has announced that it will provide a maximum of over $1.3M to 14 projects through Production Program grants to support filmmakers in British Columbia. The grants will provide between $20K and $200K each to complete projects for broadcast, sale and distribution.

Talize, a Toronto-based thrift store, has announced that it is closing its Delta location on November 23. The brand’s Langley location will remain open.

According to Unifor, a deal between the Government of British Columbia and Domtar will reopen the Port Mellon mill on the Sunshine Coast following ratification of a new collective agreement. Domtar announced in August that it would shutdown the mill indefinitely due to a drop in demand, low prices and not enough available fibre.

The District of Saanich has opened another intake for the Heat Pump Financing Program. This intake will provide up to $12K in financing to help residents upgrade their heating systems to electric heat pumps.

Ksi Lisims LNG, a proposed floating natural gas liquefaction facility north of Prince Rupert, has secured a tentative supply deal from Centrica Energy ahead of a final investment decision expected at the end of the year. The UK utility company has signed an agreement for 1M tonnes of LNG a year for 20 years. The LNG facility has signed deals for 9M tonnes of its 12M tonnes of annual production.

CF Chinook Centre shopping mall in Calgary announced three stores are set to open soon, Old Navy in November 2026, with SportChek and Winners set to open in the spring of 2027.

The Government of Canada marked the new West Coast pipeline as the first project of national interest  under the Building Canada Act. The proposed 1,200km pipeline from Bruderheim, Alta., to Delta, B.C. is expected to be completed as early as 2032, and may create as many as 144,000 jobs at the height of construction.

The federal and provincial governments have announced a combined $3.9M investment in the Inuit community of Nain. The investment will upgrade the community’s wastewater management infrastructure and help strengthen climate resilience in the area. Funds will go towards replacing sanitary sewer mains and utility holes, installing inflow protectors, and completing surface grading work.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced an $8.25M investment to expand the Humberwood Treatment Centre in Corner Brook. The project will add four community-based detox beds and six additional inpatient treatment beds, improving access to addiction treatment and recovery services on the province’s west coast.

Bottle Boss, a new liquor store, opened in Kamsack on September 25. The store employs three full-time staff and two part-time employees.

LNG Canada has announced it is moving ahead with the second phase of its Kitimat expansion project. The project is expected to double the facility’s production capacity and add up to 4K construction jobs to the site during peak activity. Once the expansion begins operating, LNG Canada expects to add about 90 permanent positions and 150 contractor jobs. A completion date has yet to be announced.

The Government of Canada has announced around $1.2B to protect Canada’s ocean over the next four years, including $740M for ocean conservation, $136M to protect marine life and $186M to strengthen Indigenous partnerships. The funding is intended to support major LNG projects on British Columbia’s coast and support stewardship of the Lower Fraser River.

Ratio Coffee & Pastry is opening a new 400 sq. ft. location in Vernon at the Active Living Centre on November 1.

Xiaoyu Bistro opened at the Continental Shopping Centre in Richmond at the end of August.

Mosaic Forest Management has opened three additional forest areas to the public in the Sooke area. The areas are now available for public recreation as part of a pilot project expected to run until the end of the year.

FDU Vancouver is opening a new 70K sq. ft. university campus at Oakridge Park in October. The university says that the new campus was designed with the changing needs of the province’s workforce in mind.

Flair Airlines is launching a new non-stop Vancouver to Guanajuato route connecting the city to Central Mexico.

Shinohara Nexus Group, a Japanese manufacturer, has announced plans to occupy a portion of the former site of Western Forest Products’ Chemainus sawmill. The facility would employ up to 70 workers in building value-added components for homes.

Coquitlam City Council has voted to approve Quantum Properties’ Emerald, a new mid-rise building, in the Oakdale neighbourhood. The development will have 156 homes when completed.

Ashton, a fast-food chain, will open a new location at Carrefour Laval, in the city of the same name. This will be its third location in the Greater Montréal area.

The Sakku Innovative Building Solutions modular home factory in Arviat opened on September 29. The $75M facility plans to reach full production within 18 months and produce up to 40 single- and multi-family homes annually. Employment is expected to grow from 15 workers to 40 full-time positions by early 2028, with 100 additional indirect jobs created in transportation, installation, and finishing.

The federal and Yukon governments are providing $2.7M to support the construction of the Big Blue Daycare in Dawson. The new early learning and childcare facility will provide up to 32 spaces for children. Construction is underway, with the project expected to be completed in fall 2027.

The Yukon government is launching a rebate program to help local businesses manage costs associated with the Extended Producer Responsibility program for packaging and paper products. The temporary funding will help offset higher fees faced by Yukon businesses compared with those in Alberta and British Columbia while the territory continues efforts to align rates with other jurisdictions.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $650K to support the construction of eight housing units for individuals experiencing homelessness in North Battleford. The project, developed in partnership with the Battlefords Indian Métis Friendship Centre, will include two accessible units and shared programming space. Construction is expected to be completed in early 2027.

The Government of Canada is providing $27.1M to a Winnipeg drainage infrastructure project called the Rutland Trunk Sewer, which is also receiving $42.2M from the City of Winnipeg. About 2km of new land drainage trunk sewer will be installed in the Ferry Road district, expanding capacity and reducing the risk of basement flooding.

LNG Canada has announced that it will proceed with its Phase 2 expansion project for its liquefied natural gas export terminal in Kitimat. The expansion was one of five projects referred to the Government of Canada’s Major Projects Office last year and will double LNG Canada’s capacity to 28M tonnes per year.

The Government of Alberta is providing $64M over three years to complete construction of the Calgary Radiopharmaceutical Centre at the Foothills Medical Centre. An additional $7M will be contributed by The Alberta Cancer Foundation for specialized equipment and research labs. Construction is expected to be completed by 2029.

French President Emmanuel Macron has promised snow crab licenses to harvesters in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, allowing them to catch up to 1.5K tonnes off the coast of Canada, annually. Harvesters in Newfoundland and Labrador have expressed concern that the additional quota could affect their earnings. However, snow crab landed by Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon harvesters would continue to be processed in Canada.

The Government of New Brunswick will be increasing Research NB’s funding by $1M. This decision comes as a part of the province’s plan to grow the local economy by 10% by 2030 by boosting resource-based industries, education, technology, and defence. The funding will mainly go towards research in healthcare and technology.

The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station has reopened after being temporarily closed earlier this month due to a leak. The plant began leaking heavy water in early September and was subsequently closed for repairs. The leak caused no risk to staff, members of the public, or the environment.

Wildlight Kitchen + Bar has announced that it will be closing its location on University Boulevard in Vancouver on November 28.

Starbucks closed atleast 37 stores across Canada in September 2026, including 12 in Ontario, as part of a broader plan to close 250 stores across North America

Stelco Holdings Inc., a steel manufacturer, announced plans to idle part of its Hamilton plant, affecting hundreds of workers

KFC closed its 27 Ruth Avenue location in Brampton

The Ontario government has begun construction to widen a 5-km section of Highway 11/17 from McGuire Road to Coughlin Road in Shuniah, northeast of Thunder Bay

The University of Windsor and Windsor Regional Hospital will benefit from a $160M precision oncology research investment in the Terry Fox Research Institute’s Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network, which includes $80M from the federal government

The Ville de Montréal is inaugurating the Pierrefonds-Roxboro aquatic complex in the West Island, which required an investment of $73.5M, including $7.5M from the Government of Quebec

The federal and NWT governments are jointly providing over $44.9M through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund to support water, wastewater, and solid waste infrastructure projects across the territories. The projects are expected to support the construction of up to 2,300 housing units and strengthen the infrastructure required to accommodate future growth.

Construction work on the Rankin Inlet Air Terminal Building is now complete. The project received $85.5M in federal funding to rehabilitate the airport’s runway, taxiways, and apron. The upgrades will improve air transportation safety and reliability, extend the airfield’s service life, and strengthen Rankin Inlet’s role as a regional transportation and logistics hub.

Buck or Two Plus, a new dollar store, is set to open in Moosomin on October 9. The store will offer a range of affordable products, including household goods, food items, craft supplies, and party supplies.

Traction Uranium has begun diamond drilling at the Aurora Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program will test shallow conductive targets identified through recent geophysical surveys and support the evaluation and prioritization of prospective uranium targets across the property.

The Government of Manitoba is providing $1.7M to seven organizations supporting youth aging out of the care of Child and Family Services. It is also simplifying access to income assistance and creating a new social services team to help youth going through this transition.

A new tour company, Toba Tripper, offers guided excursions showcasing Manitoba destinations. Two of the three tours are in or around Winnipeg, while the third takes participants to the Interlake community of Gimli.

The federal government is providing $8.1M to the YMCA-YWCA to redevelop its building in downtown Winnipeg and expand some of its recreational and mental health programming. The organization, which is contributing $3.5M of its own funds to the project, will begin construction next month on upgrades to elevators, energy systems, and fitness areas.

The Government of Canada has announced that it is providing up to $22.4M to the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) through the Build Communities Strong Fund. These funds will support the YLW Economic Enabling Infrastructure Project which looks to construct new utility infrastructure at the airport to support future economic growth in the region.

The Canada Energy Regulator approved the toll settlement between Trans Mountain Corp. and companies that pay to ship their oil through the pipeline. Which allows Trans Mountain to contract up to 90% capacity from 80% with expansion plans currently underway for the pipeline expanding capacity to 1.19 MMB/d by late 2028.

The governments of Canada and New Brunswick are investing over $16M in wastewater infrastructure to enable new housing construction in Oromocto. This investment will support the Government of Canada’s goal to address the ongoing housing crisis and position the Town of Oromocto to accommodate the substantial population growth expected over the coming decade.

A labour force adjustment committee composed of provincial government representatives and stakeholders from the Nackawic-Millville area has been formed to support the approximately 350 employees impacted by the recent AV Nackawic pulp mill closure. The committee is coordinating employment counselling, information sessions, and a job fair for those impacted.

Gibbons Irish Pub is opening a new location on Granville Street in Vancouver. The Toronto-based pub has begun hiring for front- and back-of-house staff. An exact opening date has yet to be announced but is expected sometime in November.

Skeetchestn Indian Band has begun building an $8M childcare centre expected to be completed by fall 2027. The centre will be 7.5K sq. ft. and have space for over 80 children.

Jopapas Pizza and Wings has closed its location in Milton

Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream is closing its Regina locations. The business sold out of its remaining ice cream on September 27 and is expected to close in the coming days.

A Woodlands County official has reported that outstanding taxes from oil and gas companies total $2.7M, which accounts for 71% of all unpaid municipal taxes since 2020. Recovery efforts have begun by the county to get some of the taxes paid.

A $221.5K federal investment in the St. George’s Tennis Club in Dartmouth was announced as a part of the Build Communities Strong Fund. The investment will go towards resurfacing tennis courts, upgrading the facility's irrigation system, and adding new court fencing.

NorthStar, a development company, has begun construction of LIVY, a 102-home project located on McAllister Avenue in Port Coquitlam. The development will also have commercial space on the ground level.

Nenagwas, a new village located south of Campbell River on North Vancouver Island, is being rebuilt for members of the Tlowitsis First Nation that were displaced from the area. The village has its own water treatment plant and 10 homes are complete so far. The community will add an additional 10 homes by next summer and a total of 100 more over the next seven years.

Norman's Garden Gallery, a Midland retailer has closed in September 2026

Ana's Hotspot, a Scarborough-based restaurant, opened a second location in Thornhill

Skoura, a specialty home décor and food retailer, has opened in downtown Windsor

Ricco Food Distributor Corp., a food distributor, has opened a new Cash & Carry outlet in Strathroy, west of London

The Municipality of Sanikiluaq has delayed the opening of a new $10M women’s emergency shelter due to renovation and design issues that require further work. The facility is intended to support women from across Nunavut seeking safety from abuse. Repairs are expected to begin soon, and the shelter could open within the next five weeks.

The Marine Recycling Corporation has relocated a former offshore drilling caisson in Tuktoyaktuk Harbour as part of a project to repurpose the structure. The remaining fuel will be used locally for heating, while the steel structure will be dismantled and reused to strengthen harbour docks. No timeline has been announced for the dock improvement work.

Peepeekisis Cree Nation has opened a new funeral home in Lorlie. The facility is Saskatchewan’s first Indigenous-owned funeral home and will offer cremation, traditional burials, memorial services and cultural ceremonies. The funeral home also includes gathering spaces, meeting rooms, a kitchen and catering services.

The Wellbriety Centre in Thompson is adding 40 new supportive housing units for up to 100 people affected by homelessness or addiction. Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak says it has plans to further expand the centre, which was established in 2023 and has seen increasing demand since.

The Clareview Community Recreation Centre’s aquatic centre in Edmonton will be closed October 10, 2026 to February 28, 2027, for renovations.

The Sunterra Market in Red Deer closed on September 26.

The Town of Cornwall has approved the sale of two hectares of land for the development of the town’s first long-term care home for seniors. The contract was awarded to the Mount Continuing Care Community, which will purchase the land for $490K in October. Set to open in 2029, the care centre will be able to house 80 residents and will create around 150 full-time jobs.

Mr. Noodle Chen, a Chinese restaurant, opened at Central at Garden City in Richmond on September 28.

Nuan Nuan Beef Noodle House is opening a new location on Denman Street in Vancouver’s West End and has begun hiring. An opening date for the restaurant has yet to be announced.

Starbucks Canada has closed 250 stores across North America as part of a larger company overhaul, including several locations in British Columbia. Most of the stores shutdown on September 26. Impacted locations in the province include three in Vancouver as well as one each in Burnaby, Victoria, Kelowna, Osoyoos and Merritt.

The City of Coquitlam opened the new Burke Mountain Athletic Park on September 25. The park will support outdoor recreation in the Burke Mountain neighbourhood. It includes a running track, an artificial turf field and tennis courts. The project previously received $4M from the Government of British Columbia through the Growing Communities Fund and $5M from Wesbild.

The University of British Columbia has announced that the MacIsaac Health Building has opened. The team-based teaching clinic will provide primary care for over 4.4K people. Students from none health disciplines will learn alongside licensed healthcare professionals.

Nazko First Nation announced the opening of phase 1 of the Sump Lake – Chuntezni’ai Cultural Site on September 27. The site is intended to provide cultural learning and support tourism and economic development. The site was supported by several organizations including the First Peoples’ Cultural Council and the Northern Development Initiative Trust.

BC Transit has announced that 15 new 40 ft. electric buses are arriving in Whistler as part of its 125-vehicle launch across the province. The buses will arrive gradually and are expected to have finished by spring 2027. The first vehicles will be used to train staff before they become used more widely. The project has an overall cost of about $424M.

The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen has approved $60K for the construction of the first phase of a new training centre at the Princeton Fire Department. The centre will provide training for departments throughout the region and will support the future Copper Mountain Mine rescue team.

Vector Institute, a non-profit organization based in Toronto, is receiving $30M from the provincial government to help advance responsible AI adoption across the province and unlock new job-creating opportunities

Lola's Gelato shop in Etobicoke will close in October 2026

Vietnam Noodle Star, a restaurant in Scarborough, closed in September 2026

Smash Daddy, an Ottawa-based burger chain, has softly opened its first Toronto location

Agora, a Greek restaurant, opened a new location in Yorkville in September 2026, its second Toronto location

Cultural Industries Ontario North is receiving over $850K from the federal government to help grow Northern Ontario's music, film and television industries, which is expected to create and maintain close to 45 full-time jobs

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario broke ground on a new $2.3M child care facility in Callander that will add 34 licensed spaces and is expected to open by the end of 2026

Starbucks, a specialty coffee and beverage chain, closed its Sainte-Sophie location on September 26, 2026

The Qikiqtani Inuit Association has opened a new Inuit-led research and training centre in Pond Inlet. The $34M facility aims to increase Inuit employment at the Mary River mine and expand local education opportunities. Amenities include heavy-equipment simulators, accommodation for 33 people, classrooms, a cafeteria, and a gym.

The Town of Hay River is receiving over $12M in federal and territorial funding to support a new long-term care home and municipal solid waste facility. The funding will support land development and servicing for the Sundog long-term care project, as well as planning and public consultation for a new waste management facility.

The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies and Boeing have jointly opened the expanded Saskatchewan Aviation Learning Centre. The upgraded facility features new classrooms, an avionics lab, and expanded hands-on training space to support aircraft maintenance training.

The new Weyburn General Hospital is expected to open this fall. The facility includes 25 acute-care beds, 10 inpatient mental health beds, emergency and ambulatory care services, laboratory and pharmacy services, and a STARS Air Ambulance heliport. Construction was completed in April.

About 4,000 new housing units will be available in downtown Winnipeg over the next three or four years, accommodating 6,000 residents. These include the Railside at the Forks apartment and condo project, as well as Market Lands, a mixed-use residential development in the Exchange District.

Manitoba’s first large-scale commercial greenhouse, located in Dauphin, plans to expand its operations next year amid the recent introduction of new federal tax incentives. Vermillion Growers Ltd. is planning to increase its 11 acres of tomato crop and is looking into adding other types of fruits and vegetables.

A new program for expectant mothers has launched in Thompson, offering support to women from northern Manitoba First Nations. Ikiskawasoot matches mothers with birth helpers, who help them navigate the health care system as they travel to the city to have their babies.

Assiniboine College is now offering its Early Childhood Education (ECE) program in Neepawa, beginning in January 2027. The college has been expanding its ECE programs across rural communities in recent years with the help of increased provincial funding.

The Government of Manitoba has hired 17 new psychiatrists in 2026, with 14 to work primarily in Winnipeg and three in the Selkirk Mental Health Centre.

BC Hydro has announced the opening of its electric vehicle fast-charging site at the Archine Browning Sports Centre in Esquimalt. The site has three 180 kW chargers and is able to charge up to six electric vehicles at one time.

Canpotex, a Saskatchewan-based potash exporter, has announced that it will spend $500M to refurbish and replace equipment at the Neptune Bulk Terminals at the Port of Vancouver. The project will help support potash export supply chains, while supporting jobs and economic growth.

Koko Japanese Eatery + Convenience in Calgary is set to close on September 30.

The Government of Alberta announced a $38.5M investment to build the infrastructure to support the proposed Alberta Motor Transport Association safety campus in Beaumont. The facility will offer specialized hands-on training for law enforcement and commercial transportation professionals.

On September 26, PEI will suspend its provincial fuel taxes on gasoline and diesel for four months. This change will reduce gasoline prices by 8.47 cents per litre and diesel prices by 14.15 cents per litre. The tax is scheduled to be reinstated in April 2027.

The government of Nova Scotia will be introducing levies on vehicle renewals for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting October 1. Electric vehicle owners will be paying $500 every two years, and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners will be paying $250. Owners who sell their vehicles partway through the vehicle permit period will receive a refund on part of the levy.

The Stephenville International Airport has reopened with a new owner and fuel provider. The airport closed in June 2025 due to utility payment issues and was subsequently sold to a subsidiary of BTG Capital.

The Atlantic Economic Panel released a blueprint to strengthen Atlantic Canada’s economy through greater regional cooperation, increased investment, and higher productivity. Recommendations include integrating electricity grids, expanding resource development, scaling AI adoption, and establishing a $1B prosperity fund to support business growth, attract investment, and create jobs throughout the region.

The federal and provincial governments have finalized an agreement to build and renew infrastructure throughout the province. Over the next 10 years, NB will receive more than $305M to support infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on those relating to housing and higher education. An additional $155M will go towards healthcare infrastructure over the next 3 years.

Atlantic Potash Millstream Corp. has begun drilling at its proposed potash mine near Sussex, advancing a project that could support up to 300 jobs. The deposit contains an estimated 52M tonnes of potash and is expected to produce 2M tonnes annually, with full-scale operations targeted within five years.

Pizza Hut is closing a store on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood. It will be replaced by a new restaurant, but the exact closing date of the Pizza Hut and the opening date of the new restaurant have yet to be announced.

Spice & Sea, a Qingdao restaurant, opened on September 18 on No. 3 Road near Aberdeen Square in Richmond.

Dolan, a Xinjiang restaurant, opened on Leslie Road in Richmond on September 2.

ABC has begun filming The Rookie: North television series in the Cloverdale area of Surrey. The production is expected to take several days and bring spending to the area.

Creative BC has announced a total of $200K of grants through the Demo Recording program to support 100 new and emerging artists in British Columbia. The funds are intended to reduce barriers for excluded groups and to provide access to mentorships with local music producers.

The Town of View Royal is opening an ambulance station in early October 2026 to provide dedicated service to the community. The new station will be staffed by full-time British Columbia Emergency Health Services paramedics.

The Government of Canada has announced that it is providing $80M over four years to the Terry Fox Research Institute to support its work in precision oncology research. The funding will support the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network across the country.

The Mountain Equipment Company is opening a new 2.2K sq. ft. store in Main Street in Whistler on October 31.

The City of Kelowna has approved 87 new rental units on Saucier Avenue, a 100 rental suite building on the corner of St. Paul Street and Coronation Avenue, and an apartment-hotel project on Harvey Avenue with 168 hotel suites and 70 apartments.

Track installation work for the Broadway Subway in Vancouver has completed as part of the Millennium Line SkyTrain extension to Arbutus. The remaining work includes advanced testing, utility installation and completing the interiors and entrance buildings. The project is expected to be completed in late 2027.

The federal government issued a new call for proposals for its Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Fund, providing up to $80M in non-repayable contribution funding to successful applicants over four years starting in 2027-2028

The Northeastern Catholic District School Board is cutting 10 full-time education assistant positions, 2 early childhood educator positions and 1 secretary position for the 2026–27 school year

Soluroc, a parts manufacturer, is investing over $5.4M to expand its Cobourg facility by 18,000-sq.-ft., creating 12 new jobs. In support of this investment, Soluroc is receiving $500K in provincial funding.

Shay Ristorante, an Italian restaurant, opened in Midtown Toronto in October 2026

Horio Taverna, a Greek restaurant, opened in Toronto's Danforth neighbourhood

The provincial government is investing $49M over three years in the Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres network to support entrepreneurs and small businesses amid U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty

Jimmy John’s has opened a new location on Sandwich West Parkway in LaSalle, southwest of Windsor

EllisDon Corporation has been selected as general contractor for PowerCo Canada’s up to $7B St. Thomas battery gigafactory, which is expected to support up to 1,300 construction jobs and begin operations in 2029

Twelve northern Ontario manufacturing companies are receiving more than $3.4M combined from the provincial government to expand operations, upgrade facilities and purchase equipment, creating approximately 80 jobs

Santé Québec Laurentides is beginning preparatory work for the modernization of the Saint-Jérôme Hospital. The entire renovation project is expected to be completed by 2032.

MONTONI and Claridge Inc. are jointly investing $30M in building around 20 industrial condos intended for sale in Boisbriand. Delivery is scheduled for the spring of 2027.

The Centre de pédiatrie sociale de la Haute-Yamaska, located in Granby, officially inaugurated its new premises. The facility opening follows the centre’s move to better meet the demand for services.

An emergency centre for people experiencing homelessness has opened in Cowansville. The project required an investment of $2.6M.

CAE, a flight simulator manufacturer headquartered in Saint-Laurent, has announced that 105 positions will be cut. Of these positions, 90 are in Quebec.

Gold Strike Resources has completed its 2026 drill program at the Florin Gold Project in Yukon’s Tombstone Gold Belt. The 11-hole program tested extensions of known mineralization and explored new targets. Assay results are pending, though all holes intersected geological features with potential to host gold mineralization.

The federal and Yukon governments, the Yukon Lotteries Commission, and the Arctic Winter Games Society are providing over $2M to support the Yukon’s sports and recreation sector. The funding will support athlete development, coaching and leadership training, rural and Indigenous sports initiatives, special projects, and recreational facility operations.

Greenridge Exploration has completed its 2026 summer exploration program at the Hook-Carter Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program included geophysical surveys, soil sampling, and LiDAR mapping to help identify and evaluate prospective uranium targets and structural features for future exploration.

Melfort Hospital’s outpatient laboratory services will face temporary service disruptions due to staffing shortages. Outpatient lab services will be unavailable on September 28-30 and October 1, 2, 8, and 9. Patients requiring lab work during these dates are being directed to facilities in Tisdale, Nipawin, or Prince Albert.

The City of Moose Jaw has nearly completed its $35M Highway 2 overpass project. The project replaces two aging bridges and upgrades the interchange. Final paving, grading, and site restoration work remain, with completion expected by mid-October.

The Pinehouse Housing Corporation is constructing a new six-unit affordable rental development for families in Pinehouse. The $1.67M project will support low-income families and households that require smaller accommodation.

Manitoba’s first potash mine hopes to triple its current size and significantly ramp up production over the next five years, a plan that would require $400M in investment and generate $350-$450M in annual sales. The Potash Agri Development Corp. of Manitoba, located near Harrowby, could add 85 to 110 staff as it scales up operations.

The federal and provincial governments are providing a joint $500,000 to train Manitoba aerospace and manufacturing workers in applied artificial intelligence and other digital technologies. The training will be delivered by Manitoba Aerospace and Defence with support from Mode40, a data intelligence company.

The Government of Manitoba is providing $80,000 to the Selkirk and District Curling Club, which will allow it to complete renovations such as roof repairs, flooring replacement, and energy efficiency upgrades.

Thinkific, a Vancouver-based online learning platform, has announced the elimination of 96 positions as part of a company-wide restructuring estimated to save US$19M a year. The layoffs primarily affected teams supporting small and medium-sized business customers. The number of Canadian employees affected has not been disclosed.

Be-a-Bella candy shop is set to open another location in Edmonton on October 8.

Tsuut’ina Nation held a ground-breaking ceremony for a new 140,000 sq./ft Walmart Supercentre in Taza Park. The location is slated to open fall 2027.

The Government of Alberta announced an investment of $14M to support 20 sport and recreation infrastructure projects. The funding is available to eligible groups, non-profits and societies including First Nations and Metis Settlements. The application process will open in the spring of 2027.

The Government of Alberta announced an additional $1M investment from 2026 to 2029 for the expansion of Genome Alberta’s work placement program. The funding aims to support about 20 one-year placements with 18 to 20 small and medium-sized businesses in Alberta. Graduates will develop skills in various areas, including data analysis and artificial intelligence.

The Government of NS, in collaboration with Zzap Architecture and Planning, is finalizing preliminary designs for affordable public housing in Eastern Passage. Construction on eight new apartments is expected to begin next year, all located in an existing neighbourhood with access to schools, daycare and employment opportunities.

A funding agreement with the Canada Games Host Society has been finalized for the 2029 Canada Summer Games, which are to be held in southern NB. The $11.85 million investment will support the operation of the Games, including staffing, medical services, logistics, and event delivery. The 2029 Games are expected to boost economic activity in the province by $200M.

The Wing Restaurant and Pub on Main Street in West Kelowna has closed.

Vine Coffee Roasters has opened a new café at Artesano Nails in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver. This café is the brand’s first physical location.

Runaway, a new Amazon-produced television series, set to premiere in spring 2027, is filming in Fort Langley. Shoots already took place in September and an additional three to six days of filming are set for October and November. If the series continues, the producers expect to return to the location.

The Town of Ladysmith has joined the Government of British Columbia’s electric kick scooters pilot project to allow e-scooters in the municipality. The results will be used by the provincial government to determine whether the scooters should be authorized more widely.

Kelowna is expanding the McKinley Beach Marina with 104 new boat slips. The new slips will help meet growing demand for moorage at the marina.

Okanagan College has opened a new 101-bed housing facility on its Penticton campus. The facility has begun operating for the fall semester.

The City of Maple Ridge has launched the Velocity Enhanced Development Approvals program to speed up development projects that support city priorities like affordable housing and growth near transit. The program assigns eligible applicants with a dedicated City contact and approvals team during the intake process to help them navigate the planning process.

The provincial government launched Level Up! skilled trades career fairs in 12 communities across Ontario in fall 2026, to introduce students, families and jobseekers to in-demand careers in the skilled trades

Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is expanding its family medicine residency program into Sarnia-Lambton and Oxford County, adding four new residency positions beginning in 2027

Harry Rosen, a Canadian menswear retailer, opened a new three-storey, 38,000-sq.-ft. flagship store in Toronto`s Yorkville neighbourhood

The Village of Ridgeview Court, a new 192-bed long-term care home in Milton, has opened and will support 200 jobs in nursing, personal support work, nutrition services, programming and administration

Neebing Fire and Emergency Services, near Thunder Bay opened a new $2.3M decontamination facility in September

Construction of Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care, the first component of Kenora’s 126-acre Campus of Care, is expected to begin in June 2027

Domaine du Jeune Saule, a mental health resource for young people, recently opened its new facility in Mascouche following a $2.7M investment

The Office municipal d’habitation de Chibougamau-Chapais started construction on 50 social housing units last August as part of the Renaissance project. The project required a $34M investment.

The Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association, a non-profit organization, inaugurated a Consignaction site in Acton Vale

The Vignoble Clos Ste-Croix, in Dunham, announced that it is ceasing operations

Velyon, a development firm, is investing $85M in building a seven-storey residential building called Le Marius in the Sainte-Rose neighbourhood in Laval. The project will include 238 units, with some of these being affordable housing. The Fonds de solidarité FTQ is contributing funding to the project.

The Royal Canadian Air Force is planning to build a $5B air base in Iqaluit, with construction expected to occur between 2029 and 2040. Planned infrastructure upgrades include a longer runway, ammunition storage, fuelling stations, hangars, operation centres, and warehouses. A request for construction proposals is expected in January 2028.

Great Plains College is offering a one-time Early Childhood Education Level 1 training program at its Maple Creek campus in November 2026. The part-time program will prepare students for careers in childcare and help support staffing needs for a new child-care facility planned for the community.

The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are providing $1.5 million to build 12 tiny homes in Buffalo Narrows, La Loche, and Cumberland House. The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan is leading the project, which aims to expand affordable housing options for Métis citizens in northern Saskatchewan. The homes are expected to be completed by spring 2027.

Quintex Services Ltd., a Winnipeg industrial laundry company, has acquired local competitor Mat Master. It is expected that 90% of Mat Master’s 35 employees will transition to working for Quintex, which currently employs about 130 people.

The Government of Manitoba has committed $3.8M to the creation of a French language culinary arts facility in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. The facility will be operated by Division scolaire franco-manitobaine and will be the division’s first dedicated vocational training space. The funding will cover the land purchase and initial design work.

A new hockey and ringette arena has opened in La Salle, just outside of Winnipeg. It was built with the assistance of $2.5M in provincial support along with over $1.8M in community fundraising.

Elections BC will hire roughly 17K workers to run the provincial election on regular and advanced voting days. Elections BC has asked the Government of British Columbia to provide $50M to support the election process.

Chipotle, a Mexican chain restaurant, is opening a new location on Harvey Avenue in Kelowna.

Helios, a new bakery, opened on Commercial Drive in Vancouver on September 22.

Jersey Mike’s Subs has announced that it is opening a new location on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood on November 25, 2026. The chain restaurant also opened a location in Kelowna in July and in Chilliwack in August. The brand’s Canadian operators plan to open 300 Jersey Mike’s restaurants in Canada by 2034.

Four Bite Burger has opened a new food court stall at the Bentall Centre in Vancouver.

Starbucks has announced they will close 250 underperforming coffeehouses across North America by the end of the 2026 fiscal year as part of efforts to increase sales. The company did not say which locations would be closed or how many employees are affected. Some employees will be transferred to other stores. In 2025, the company closed 627 locations in North America and laid off 900 employees.

Living Lakes Canada, the Okanagan Indian Band and Westbank First Nation have launched a three-year survey of Okanagan Lake’s shoreline. The project will examine 290 km of the lake’s shoreline to determine the overall health of the lake. The first phase of the project has already begun and the second phase is expected to take place in summer 2027.

The District of Saanich has approved a rezoning and development permit for a 249-unit rental project on the corner of Cloverdale Avenue and Alder Street. The project would be made up of two six-storey buildings.

Calgary-based FinTech Woveo and the Business Development Bank of Canada have partnered to launch a microlending program. The $10M project aims to provide small and medium-sized businesses with loans of up to $25,000 across Canada, with the current exception of Quebec.

Lethbridge Polytechnic will offer a two-year Primary Care diploma for paramedics next fall. Applications for the program open October 1.

A ground-breaking ceremony was held for the new K-8 school in Cochrane. The school is slated to open for the 2028-29 school year with planned capacity of 905 students.

The Government of Alberta announced a $4.9M investment to First Nations and First Nations education authorities with schools on reserves. The funding will support First Nations school boards to fund various supports for students including access to mental health supports and specialized learning services.

The Government of Alberta announced the launch of WorkFirst, the province's new Talent Exchange online platform which supports qualified job seekers and employers to connect. The platform uses technology to match skills and experience allowing employers to fill urgent roles.

Farmers in P.E.I are concerned that increased diesel prices could impact their profitability and place upward pressure on food prices. According to Natural Resources Canada, the average cost of diesel has increased by $0.50 litres since 2022, with higher prices expected in the future. This price increase particularly affects the cost of operating heavy machinery.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has launched a study into expanding and redeveloping St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Rather than building a new facility, which was estimated to cost over $10B, the government has opted to explore more affordable options.

The Centre de services scolaire de Saint-Hyacinthe will build a temporary eight-classroom building at the Casavant secondary school. The project is supported by $13.6M in funding from the provincial government and it will be completed by the 2027 school year.

The Conseil de bande de Uashat mak Mani-utenam has started construction work on a new health centre. The project represents an investment of $29M. The centre is scheduled to open in the summer of 2028.

La Trappe à Fromage, a cheese maker and fine grocer, announced that its location has reopened on Bellehumeur street in Gatineau

Groupe Riendeau, a meat producer and processor, is investing $20M in the Agtech Zone in L’Assomption. The investment will be used to construct a commercial building that will house two companies by April 2027. These businesses are Serlan, an adapted work enterprise, and Boréa Farms, a shrimp producer.

Bobino Bagel, a bagel shop, recently inaugurated a second location on Bellehumeur street in Gatineau

Nickels Delicatessen, a retro-style restaurant chain, has closed its location on Saint-Hubert street in Montréal. The reasons for the closure were not specified.

The Battlefords arena expansion project has begun construction. The $4.86M project will add new dressing rooms, accessible washrooms, and an expanded lobby. Crews aim to complete as much exterior work as possible before winter, with interior construction continuing through the colder months. The project is expected to be substantially complete by spring 2027.

The Government of Saskatchewan has begun a $1.3M bridge replacement project near Consul to replace an aging bridge nearing the end of its service life. Construction is expected to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.

The City of Kamloops and Interior Health have announced a partnership to expand health care access and outreach services through the purchase of a mobile health care outreach van. The project was funded by the Government of Canada’s Emergency Treatment Fund and will help connect people to health care services. The van will begin service in October 2026.

The City of Penticton has announced that the 81-space Power Street YMCA Child Care Centre opened on September 22. The centre will provide childcare support for children up to 12 years old. The Government of British Columbia provided $3.9M to the project.

Providence Health Care is recruiting for over 1K positions for the new St. Paul’s Hospital, opening in early 2027. Positions with openings include nursing, allied health professionals and support services.

Remediation work at the abandoned Discovery Creek Mine near Carmacks is nearing completion. The $750K cleanup project removed contaminated soil, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and trailers from the site. Work is expected to conclude by the end of September, after which site inspections and a final closure certification will be completed.

Glóa Medical Aesthetics Clinic has relocated to a larger facility in Yellowknife and expanded its services. The clinic now offers dedicated perimenopause and menopause care, along with skincare, hair restoration, and cosmetic treatments.

Construction on a biogas plant in Penobsquis is expected to begin in October. The plant will process 135K tonnes of manure and aquaculture fish waste to produce 200K gigajoules of natural gas, all of which is expected to remain in province. The plant will also produce fertilizer as a byproduct, which will be distributed back to farmers.

Cultivator powered by Conexus renewed its partnerships with Innovation Saskatchewan and McKercher LLP, securing continued funding and legal support for its AgTech Accelerator program. The agreements will help ag tech startups access mentorship, industry connections, legal services, and investment opportunities while supporting innovation and business growth in Saskatchewan.

The Regina Floral Conservatory has proposed a new 42,000-square-foot conservatory in Wascana Park, with an estimated cost of $48M and a target opening date of late 2030. The project would replace the aging 60-year-old facility and is pursuing funding from federal, provincial, municipal, and private sources to support planning, construction, and future operations.

A regional transit service will soon connect Long Plain First Nation and the city of Portage la Prairie. The Arrowhead Transit pilot project is a partnership between the two communities that will undergo route testing in the upcoming weeks.

The Royal Canadian Air Force is moving away from in-house training for its aircraft technicians and has instead signed deals with 10 civilian post-secondary schools. Among these is Red River College Polytechnic, which will host its first cohort at its Winnipeg campus in fall 2027.

The Government of Manitoba is contributing $1.1M to the development of an indoor community pool in Dugald. The pool will be part of the Dugald Place assisted living residence, but will also be available to families and children and offer swimming lessons.

The Boundary Trails Health Centre in Winkler has installed four electric vehicle charging stations with $55,000 in funding from the federal government and a private community donor. The hospital hopes the stations will help both with patient accessibility and staff recruitment and retention.

The Government of Manitoba is spending $7.2M on improvements to Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park, including repairs to roads and parking areas. Construction will begin in 2027.

The provincial government is spending $146,000 to expand American Sign Language interpretation training for Indigenous Manitobans. The funding will be used to develop three new microcredentials to be offered in First Nations communities, and to fund four seats for Indigenous women in RRC Polytech’s existing ASL-English Interpretation program.

The Government of Alberta, in partnership with the Calgary Economic Development, announced a $1.1M investment for the Level Up program, which will provide local businesses with specialized training, coaching, and market-specific knowledge to diversify into new markets.

Langley Christian School opened a new middle school campus with space for 420 students on September 9. The 58K sq. ft. project cost about $27M.

Absolutely Fabrics, a Toronto fashion retailer, opened its 7,000-sq.-ft. flagship in Toronto's Summerhill neighbourhood in September 2026

Harnois Énergies, a petroleum products distributor, is looking to hire around 20 people in the Lanaudière region to fill various positions

The South Island Police Academy has opened in Victoria to train police recruits serving Central Saanich, Oak Bay, Saanich and Victoria. The academy will allow recruits to stay in their communities while undertaking training. It will train about 60 recruits over two years through a 39-week program.

Meeting In Chang’an, a Chinese food stall, has opened at Empire Centre in Richmond.

Fish Café has opened on West 41st Avenue in Vancouver’s Kerrisdale neighbourhood. The restaurant is reopening after its closure due to a fire in 2024.

The Columbia Basin Trust is providing $542K to 123 arts and culture projects in 2026/2027 throughout the Kootenay region. The funding will be distributed through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance.

Creative BC has announced it is providing nearly $252K across 26 Amplify BC grants to support music and sound recording businesses across British Columbia. The funds are intended to help recipients to expand their operations through staffing, costs, purchases, training and marketing.

The Canada Water Agency has provided the Shuswap Watershed Council with $140K to support a new freshwater ecosystem project that would aim to address phosphorus pollution and algal blooms in the Shuswap watershed.

The City of Kelowna has announced plans for a new $18M swim deck on Okanagan Lake. The project received funding from Swim Drink Fish’s Wave Prize, as well as $5.1M from the City. The project is expected to start construction in late 2026 and to be completed in 2027.

The District of Sooke has approved building permits for the Sooke Urgent and Primary Care Centre on Sitka Court. The project is expected to require about $8M in capital funding. Construction is expected to begin soon in 2026. The project is expected to take around two years to be completed.

The District of Lantzville has announced that construction is beginning on a 298-bed long-term care home on Lantzville Road. The facility will also include an 18-bed hospice and a 37-space childcare centre. The Government of British Columbia has provided the project with $236M and the Nanaimo Regional Hospital District has provided $114M. The project is expected to be completed in 2029.

The Government of Canada has approved FortisBC’s Tilbury Phase 2 LNG Expansion Project through the Impact Assessment Cooperation Agreement Between Canada and British Columbia. The project is expected to improve energy security while creating economic opportunities in the region.

Forests Canada has announced that over the last year the charity helped plant 3.7M trees nationwide. The organization works with planting partners, nurseries, forestry specialists, First Nations communities and governments to support forest recovery and resilience.

The 2026 NWT Nominee Program’s Employer Driven Stream held its fourth and final expression of interest draw on September 25. Approximately 100 candidates are expected to be selected. Profiles not chosen will remain eligible for consideration in future draws for up to 12 months after submission.

The Ikayuut solar and energy storage project in Naujaat has been completed. The project includes more than 3,000 solar panels and is expected to generate enough electricity to power about 60% of the hamlet while reducing diesel consumption by 400,000 litres annually.

The NWT government’s Hide and Fur Shop will close on September 25 as the government transitions sales of hide and fur materials to local distributors. The move reflects the growing capacity of northern businesses and is intended to improve access and flexibility for artists while supporting local retailers across the territory.

Daycares and preschools across NL have raised concerns that upcoming regulatory changes could lead to higher child care costs and place financial pressure on providers. Some have warned that certain centres may be at risk of closure as a new requirement for 100% enrolment by October 1 comes into effect, as this policy may disqualify many childcare providers from receiving full funding amounts.

The Government of New Brunswick is investing $10 million to expand health sector training capacity. Through funding provided to the Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) over three years, the initiative will increase training space and support the development of new healthcare-related programs. CCNB expects to graduate more than 330 additional healthcare professionals over the next five years, in critical health disciplines.

The Government of New Brunswick is investing $1.1 million to enhance collaborative and primary care services in Memramcook. The funding will support the creation of new positions, including primary care providers, nurses, social workers, and administrative staff, helping to strengthen access to primary healthcare for residents. This announcement comes as a part of NB’s efforts to increase access to collaborative care throughout the province.

The Lions Housing Centre is ending a day program it has offered to seniors in Winnipeg’s Charleswood neighbourhood for 30 years. The Charleswood Adult Day Club will close at the end of October. The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority says it will move participants to other programs, and may eventually start up a new program in the area.

University College of the North is now offering a degree program focusing on Cree language proficiency, culture, and history. The Bachelor of Ininimowin program is offered at campuses in Thompson and The Pas.

The Town of Niverville will begin construction on a new fire hall next spring. The building will be significantly larger than the existing fire hall, with six truck bays and additional space for classrooms, equipment, and storage. There are currently about 40 volunteer firefighters in Niverville.

Calgary based Kanin Energy announced secured equity funding of US$100M. The funding will be used for development and operation projects in Canada and the U.S.

Kim House, an Asian fusion restaurant, has closed its location on the corner of West Pender and Seymour in Vancouver.

Mandy’s Gourmet Salads has opened a new location on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood.

The Government of Canada is providing more than $1M over two years to the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association, to be used on farm safety training, research, and public education.

A local entrepreneur in Glenboro is planning to build three duplexes and a single family home at the site of a former hotel. Longer-term plans at a nearby property include a 32-unit assisted living facility for seniors.

The Victoria Fire Department has announced that seven new recruits have joined its staff to better respond to calls as the city grows. The fire department has added 16 positions since 2022, including frontline firefighters and in emergency preparedness operations.

TurF, a fitness and café hybrid shop, opened a new location on Main Street in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood on September 2.

Shine Valley, a Chinese restaurant, closed its location at the Continental Shopping Centre in Richmond on August 31. No reason was announced for the closure, but the owner has said they are looking for another location.

Williams Lake based candle maker, Rustic Country Candles has launched a brick-and-mortar shop after about three years of selling online.

The International Language Academy of Canada shutdown on September 18 and filed for bankruptcy. The private language school cited financial challenges over the past three years due to changes with the federal intake of international students for the decision. The school reportedly has 1,362 students across its operations in Vancouver and Toronto.

Saskatoon-based RMD Engineering is advancing a prefabricated housing system, focusing on the machinery to manufacture steel components more efficiently, thereby reducing construction costs and build times. Supported by $1M in federal funding, the company is expanding its manufacturing capabilities, testing the technology in Saskatchewan, and expects the project to protect 14 jobs while creating additional STEM-related positions.

The Ville de Saint Zotique inaugurated an expanded fire station and new municipal workshops built as part of a $7.6M project. The Government of Quebec contributed $3M in funding to the project.

The Ville de Repentigny will carry out major rehabilitation work on the Jean-Baptiste-Legardeur bridge, which connects its city to Montréal

Station 7, a residential project in Saint-Jérôme, is currently constructing its fourth phase, which is a 150-unit apartment building. Of these units, 10% will be affordable housing. The project represents a $65M investment and it is scheduled for completion by the end of the summer of 2027.

The Librairie Temps libre, an independent bookstore, will open in Drummondville in October. The bookstore will also feature a café area.

La Poissonnerie, in Gracefield, is moving to new premises to expand its range of services, which will enable the business to create new jobs

Sweet Memory Dessert closed its restaurant on Leslie Road in Richmond on September 30. The closure was due to the end of the restaurant’s lease, however the owner has said that they are looking for a new location for the shop.

Forrest Field in Ladysmith has received a new turf field as part of a $960K turf replacement project. The new field is made from improved materials and will perform better.

The Government of Canada has announced it is providing $67M to five projects through the Life Sciences Fund to support the country's industrial capacity and health security. In British Columbia, Avivo Biomedical Inc. is receiving up to $10.9M to support a project to advance blood transfusion technology and STEMCELL Technologies is receiving up to $2.8M to manufacture cell culture media.

The Government of Canada has announced that it will provide a $30M loan to Conifex Timber through the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan facility to support the company to adapt to market conditions while supporting its workers at its sawmill and bioenergy plant in Mackenzie, British Columbia. Conifex’s operations in Mackenzie support 260 direct jobs.

The Township of Langley has announced that playground improvements at Noel Booth Community Park have completed.

The federal government is seeking an Inuit-owned company to decommission and remediate the former Isachsen High Arctic Weather Station, northwest of Grise Fiord. The four-year project is expected to begin in summer 2027 and will include removing hazardous materials, demolishing structures, cleaning up waste, and reducing environmental contamination risks.

The Tłı̨chǫ Government and Tłı̨chǫ Investment Corporation have launched a three-year initiative to expand apprenticeship and skilled trades opportunities for Tłı̨chǫ Citizens. The program will provide apprenticeship coordination, work placements, training supports, and employer assistance to help prepare residents for careers in the trades.

Remediation work is underway at the former Clinton Creek asbestos mine northwest of Dawson City. Current work focuses on reducing flooding risks at Hudgeon Lake and constructing a fish passage through Clinton Creek. The remediation project is expected to take decades, though some areas could reopen within the next 5 to 10 years.

Lucy’s Eastside Diner located on Main Street in Vancouver has closed.

Nicola Real Estate announced the opening of phase one of Spencer Block, a new Victoria rental project on September 15. The rental community will include a total of 278 homes. Over 60% of the homes in phase one have already been leased, with the second phase scheduled for completion in January 2027.

Boney Creek Development and Hirsch Creek Concrete have launched Hagwil’ooḵ’ Contracting Ltd., a new company that will operate the recently opened $1.3M concrete batch plant in Lax̱g̱alts’ap in the Nass Valley. The company expects to create up to six full-time positions for Nisga’a citizens and provide training opportunities for concrete batch plant operators and mixer truck drivers.

The Nova Scotia Guard will be collaborating with Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades to strengthen the province’s emergency response capacity. This collaboration will bring 12K potential volunteers from across the province into the Nova Scotia Guard.

A wind farm has been proposed as part of the Moose Meadows wind project in northern New Brunswick. The project would involve the construction of 22 to 35 wind turbines with a generating capacity of 200 megawatts, enough to supply electricity to approximately 40,000 homes. The proposal is currently awaiting approval from N.B. Power.

Canada Post will transition approximately 24,000 Regina addresses and 21,000 Saskatoon addresses from door-to-door mail delivery to community mailboxes in 2027 as part of a broader national service change.

Makers has opened a new store in Saskatoon, providing local artisans and small businesses with retail space while allowing them to retain 100% of their sales revenue. The retailer expects the location to support approximately 90 makers and generate about $1M in annual sales, helping expand market access for Saskatchewan-made products.

Peepeekisis Cree Nation has opened their own funeral home in Lorlie, Saskatchewan, providing culturally appropriate funeral services.

The number of journeypersons certified in Manitoba is at a five-year high, according to the provincial government. Its Manitoba Jobs Agreement has set a goal of having local apprentices complete at least 10% of hours on major construction projects. A recent analysis of five projects found the target was exceeded, at 21%. It also found that 99% of all hours on those projects were completed by Manitobans.

The Hanover School Division is about to begin construction on a $4.7M expansion to its Steinbach administration office. The 12,200 sq. ft. of new space will allow the division’s 50 staff to work out of one building. The project is expected to be complete in fall 2027.

Siloam Mission is in talks with the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service about stationing at least one paramedic at its downtown site. In recent years the organization, which provides services to the homeless community, has seen a steep increase in incidents requiring emergency services.

Rockport Investment Group Inc. has begun construction on a $40M, 90-unit apartment complex in Winnipeg’s Old Kildonan neighbourhood. The project is the first phase of a larger $160M complex that will consist of five buildings and 356 units. Phase One is expected to be complete within the next two years.

The Lunchbox, a sandwich shop in Edmonton, is set to close at the end of September due to redevelopment of its current location.

The Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, and the Newell Housing Foundation celebrated the groundbreaking of Connection Flats. A jointly funded $3.4M project that will bring 10 homes to seniors in Bassano. Construction is expected to be complete in spring 2027.

Panoramic RV, a recreational vehicle manufacturer, is opening a new $20M plant in Chambly. The company, which has 85 employees, plans to create a number of additional jobs.

Villa Port-Cartier, a community-based care facility for seniors, inaugurated its new premises built at a cost of $3M

Cyr Système, an automation company in Victoriaville, has moved into its new premises as part of its expansion

Louisiana-Pacific, a panel manufacturing plant in Maniwaki, announced that it will temporarily suspend operations starting in mid-October for a two-month period. A total of 58 employees will be affected by this decision.

Vancouver Community College has launched new Construction Electrician training programs to help meet the demand for Red Seal-endorsed electrician apprentices across British Columbia. The programs include a Construction Electrician Foundation certificate and apprenticeship courses, expected to launch throughout 2027.

The University of British Columbia and the Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance have signed an agreement to strengthen their partnership on fisheries conservation and research in S’ólh Téméxw. The partnership provides a collaboration framework for long-term fisheries conservation and supporting First Nations governance through collaborations such as capacity building and knowledge sharing.

Argyle Resources has completed its 2026 exploration program at the McKay Hill Silver-Gold property near Keno City. The program included prospecting, mapping, geophysical surveys, and sampling to evaluate known and newly identified mineralized zones. A lidar survey is planned for 2027 to support further exploration.

The NWT government and the University of Alberta have signed a new 10-year research agreement focused on climate change, public health, agriculture, and Arctic security. The partnership aims to strengthen research capacity in the territory, expand scholarship and learning opportunities, and help connect recent graduates with future career prospects.

Ninth cup, a matcha shop, opened on West Broadway in Vancouver on September 5.

MGM Restaurant is closing its Nicol Street location in Nanaimo on October 11. The closure is due to the retirement of the owners.

Jane Millard’s Daycare on Hendryx Street in Nelson has closed. The closure is due to the retirement of the owner.

The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions has provided $800K to the University of Victoria to support projects from eight research teams to study climate issues. Supported studies include economic transitions, wildfire impacts, regenerative housing and Indigenous climate leadership.

InBC Investment Corp. has partnered with the eFund angel network to support early-stage startup businesses in British Columbia. The partners have each committed $2M to the fund to support new technologies.

Stefano Ricci Vancouver Boutique is closing its West Georgia Street location in the coming weeks. According to the company, the closure is due to the end of the location’s lease.

The Government of Canada has announced that rural and remote communities in British Columbia, including the Village of Pemberton, will receive over $10.6M to support transit projects. In Pemberton, the funding will support the creation of a multi-modal transit hub to expand regional transit services. In addition, 12 other communities will receive funds for transit planning and vehicle purchases.

Starting in March of 2027, Health P.E.I. will be reducing its usage of travel healthcare workers. This means that travel staff will no longer be hired to do the work of licensed practical nurses, resident-care workers, and patient-care workers. This decision is expected to reduce costs and increase morale among healthcare workers.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approved a billion-dollar energy-sharing agreement with Hydro-Quebec. The agreement includes proposals for over $50B of hydro and wind energy development along the Churchill River, in addition to an increase in the price at which Hydro-Quebec purchases energy from the Churchill Falls power plant.

The Belledune generating station will transition from coal to wood pellets in response to federal regulations requiring the phase-out of coal-fired electricity generation by 2030. The changeover to pellets is expected to create 700 to 1,000 jobs in the community.

The Nackawic pulp mill will be ceasing operations at the end of October and is expecting to lay off approximately 350 employees. The owners of the mill, AV Group, attributed the closure to financial and economic issues. Government officials, including NB Premier Susan Holt, have pledged aid to those affected.

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways has closed a section of Highway 23 south of Carrot River to complete a $1.5M culvert replacement project, with detours in place from September 14 to October 31, 2026, weather permitting.

Triton Uranium Corp. is advancing exploration at its Atlas Project near Uranium City, using a 10,000-metre drilling program and historical mining data to evaluate the area's uranium potential. While the project remains in the exploration stage, the company is assessing whether the deposit could support future uranium development and contribute to economic activity in northern Saskatchewan.

Prairie farmers are reporting significant harvest delays following a summer of heavy rainfall, with Saskatchewan's harvest reaching just 32% completion as of September 14, 2026, compared to the five-year average of 71%. Wet fields are slowing harvest operations, increasing grain drying costs, and raising concerns about crop quality and long-term soil conditions across the Prairie provinces.

The City of Steinbach set a record for residential building permits in August, authorizing 148 new dwelling units. Most units were in multi-family developments and represent more than $15M in construction value.

Waves Coffee House opened their first St. Albert location on September 11.

Kazu, a Japanese restaurant, is set to open in Calgary this fall.

The University of PEI continues to experience lower international student enrolment following policy changes introduced by the federal government. The decline has left residence space vacant and is affecting university operations and revenues.

Sports Experts, a chain of sporting goods stores owned by Canadian Tire, is closing its Chambly location because it was unable to renew its lease

The Ville de Sept-Îles started construction on the Holliday residential project thanks to a $29M investment. Paving work, as well as work related to the water and sewer systems, will start in the spring of 2027 and be completed by the end of 2028.

Groupe Bâtir, a builder and real estate developer, started construction on the G Building of the MileBrook project. The $63.5M investment will fund the construction of 172 housing units, which are scheduled to be delivered in 2027.

The Coopérative d’habitation L’Envolée, in Sherbrooke, recently inaugurated its building designated for adults with autism. The project required a $7.5M investment.

Le Café Autiste, in the borough of Hull in Gatineau, announced that it will open in mid-September

T2 Metals has begun its first-ever surface diamond drilling program at the Shanghai Silver-Gold Project in central Yukon. The program will test multiple silver, gold, lead, and zinc targets, including the Shanghai Silver Mine, Shanghai NE, and Bella prospects, as the company advances exploration activities at the project.

Aben Gold has completed its 2026 diamond drilling program at the Justin Gold-Tungsten Project in southeastern Yukon. The program completed 1,390.9 metres of drilling in eight holes and collected 1,464 samples for analysis. The work was designed to evaluate gold-tungsten mineralization at the POW Zone and high-grade gold mineralization at the Lost Ace target.

The Aqqusariaq Nunavut Recovery Centre in Iqaluit is in the final stages of construction. The $83.7M facility will be Nunavut’s first addictions, trauma, and mental health treatment centre and is expected to employ 50 to 70 staff across clinical, cultural, administrative, and facility operations roles once operational. Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. hopes to fill the positions with an all-Inuit workforce.

Solvest Inc. has shifted its focus from U.S. markets to Yukon mining operations after U.S. tariffs increased export costs by 65%. The company is developing mobile solar and battery storage units for Yukon placer mines, while also exploring a manufacturing facility in Whitehorse to support local production. The first placer unit is expected to be ready by the spring 2027 mining season.

The Tsē Zūl Camp, a new accommodation facility supporting the Faro Mine Remediation Project in Yukon, has officially opened on September 14. The $90M camp can house up to 288 workers and will support the growing workforce needed for future mine remediation activities.

Popular Mango BBT Chain Opens New Patisserie Concept In Lougheed

Brown Romilly Barnes Clinic, a Black-led and focused legal clinic, is opening in Vancouver. The clinic will provide low-cost legal services to the Black community, particularly involving social justice and community service. The clinic received $1.9M from the Law Foundation of B.C. and will have one lawyer to start.

The Government of Canada has announced $500K in PacifiCan funding for the Island Corridor Foundation through the Build Communities Strong Fund – Local Impact Stream to support studies on restoring rail service between Victoria West and Langford. These funds will support feasibility and technical studies aimed at planning the corridor and engaging with partners.

Prince George-based trucking company, Excel Transportation, announced that it will lose about 90 per cent of its workforce after losing a forestry hauling contract with Canfor’s Northwood Pulp Mill. Canfor announced in July that they would be closing the mill indefinitely due to an insufficient supply of fibre.

The City of West Kelowna is spending $995K to improve tennis and pickleball courts at Anders Park and Shannon Lake. Eight courts at Anders park will receive $845K in upgrades while the existing two tennis courts at Shannon Lake will be converted to one tennis court and three pickleball courts with $150K of work. The project is expected to be completed by mid-November.

The City of Victoria has announced that it is providing nearly $1M from the Community Housing Renewal Grant program to seven local projects to support non-market housing across the city. Supported projects include structural repairs, heating and cooling system upgrades and flood prevention measures. Recipients will have until October 15, 2027 complete their projects.

Opaskwayak Cree Nation is building a $19M trades training facility, scheduled to open in fall of 2027. The site will include aerospace manufacturing training, which the First Nation hopes will create opportunities for contracts under the federal government’s $6.6B defence industrial strategy announced earlier this year.

The federal and provincial governments are contributing a combined $3.8M to a new initiative that will help Manitoba businesses compete for defence contracts. RRC Polytech, Manitoba Aerospace Inc., and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters are part of the partnership and will provide training and other supports to more than 100 businesses.

Maple Leaf Foods is providing $100,000 to Harvest Manitoba’s planned food transformation centre, a facility dedicated to food storage, processing, and distribution. The food security organization is currently selecting a site for the centre, which it hopes to have operational by 2028.

The University of Manitoba has added six new training seats in its emergency medicine residency program, bringing the total to 17. The provincial government is trying to train more doctors as Manitoba emergency rooms contend with lengthy wait times.

Amazon announced an investment of more than $78M to increase pay for its operations employees in Canada, bringing the average hourly wage rate up 4%.

Election Alberta plans to hire between 1,450 and 1,960 in the Highwood District for the upcoming Alberta referendum. Various positions are available on the Elections Alberta website.

Fortinet, a global cybersecurity company, has opened a new innovation hub in downtown Calgary. A $30 million investment, the new hub will support cybersecurity research, cloud infrastructure, customer engagement, and workforce training.

Little Bon Bon Ice Cream shop in Edmonton is set to close its doors in September after 2 years.

Wolf Midstream announced its $500M Phase 3 NGL North System expansion is now underway. The project includes an additional recovery train at each of their two northern Alberta facilities. The expansion will add about 0.6 Bcf/d while increasing production of NGLs in domestic and international markets.

La Cordée, a chain of sporting goods stores, announced the closure of its Montréal store as part of its restructuring plan

Domtar, a paper and forestry products company, will temporarily suspend operations at its Kénogami paper mill in Saguenay in October to reassess its production. This temporary shutdown will affect over 200 employees.

Innovation Saskatchewan renewed its support for the AGTECH ACCELERATOR with a $300,000 investment over three years. The program helps agtech startups scale, attract investment, and expand operations in Saskatchewan while drawing Canadian and international companies to the province's agricultural technology sector.

The Nova Scotia Government celebrated the inauguration of three 50-megawatt energy storage systems in Bridgewater, Waverly, and White Rock. The federal government invested $109M into the facilities and grid improvements, while 13 Mi’kmaw communities are participating as equity partners. The project intends to contribute to Nova Scotia’s green energy goals.

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced a federal investment of over $7M into water and wastewater treatment upgrades in Mount Pearl through the Build Communities Strong Fund. The investment is expected to increase sewage and water capacities in order to meet population growth needs.

NB universities are expanding flexible education programs to help uncertified teachers obtain formal credentials while remaining employed in classrooms. More than 560 non-certified teachers worked in the anglophone school system during the 2025-26 school year, reflecting ongoing teacher shortages.

The Ville de Saint-Hyacinthe awarded a contract to Pomerleau to modernize its wastewater treatment plant. The $153.9M project is supported by $51.7M in government funding and is scheduled to be completed in 2030.

The Ville de Candiac opened Atelier 25, a $30.5M building designated for public works. The project, centred on sustainable development, received over $7.5M in funding from the provincial government.

Éco Nordique, a waste collection and disposal company, is cutting seven positions at its Baie-Comeau facilities

The Goha Project, a 289-unit residential building in Gatineau, will be delivered in the summer of 2027

The Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO) inaugurated its new 152-unit student residence for the start of the school year. The project required an investment of $37M.

​The City of Kelowna, Kelowna International Airport, FireSwarm Solutions and Okanagan College have partnered to build a future drone and aerospace hub in the city. The hub is expected to develop wildfire resilience solutions, support high-quality jobs and empower local innovation. A new training hangar is also being constructed at the airport to help train students for the sector.

Several companies are hiring for hundreds of jobs in Vancouver this September. Hiring organizations include the City of Vancouver, Sephora, Cactus Club Café, Fairmont Waterfront, ICBC, WealthSimple, Cineplex, Indigo, HR MacMillan Space Centre and Save-On-Foods.

Manzo Itamae Japanese Restaurant has announced that it will close its Richmond location on September 30. A reason for the closure was not provided though the business has said that this closure is not the end.

Zab Bite Thai Express has opened a new food court stall at the Bentall Centre in Vancouver.

The Silver Star Freestyle Club has opened its new skiing training facility at SilverStar Mountain Resort near Vernon. The facility will provide dryland training for freestyle skiers and snowboarders and can operate for a longer season to provide more training opportunities. The club is continuing to raise funds to support additional facilities.

The Town of View Royal is partnering with Aroga Lifestyle Medicine Victoria to open a medical clinic that would serve 750 residents by the end of the year. Once completed, the clinic would have space for up to five full-time primary care providers and Aroga has begun recruiting for these positions. The project is supported by $225K from the Town of View Royal for improvements and $125K a year for operations.

The University of Victoria and Northeastern University, a private research institute in Boston, Massachusetts, have entered into a three-year agreement to train AI talent and cooperate on AI research. The agreement allows the partners to share faculty and courses, while collaborating on research.

Westsyde Home Hardware in Kamloops is closing on December 31. The company’s location on Halston Avenue will remain open.

Wei Wai Kum First Nation began construction on its hotel in downtown Campbell River on September 11. The project is expected to open as a Tapestry Collection by Hilton in spring 2029 and be managed by Innovation Hospitality. The Nation expects the project to create lasting economic benefits and employment opportunities.

The City of Saskatoon has completed the restoration of Brevoort Park as part of its $54M flood mitigation strategy, adding an underground water storage system designed to reduce neighbourhood flooding and protect 41 homes. The project combines upgraded park amenities with stormwater infrastructure and is one of several flood-prevention projects underway across the city.

The Government of Manitoba is providing a total $330,000 to seven cultural infrastructure projects in Francophone communities across the province. These include park improvements, library and arena upgrades, and funding for recreational programming.

The provincial government says Manitoba is on track to triple its mining production in the next five years. A potash mine near Russell is now in its first year of commercial production and estimating 30,000 to 35,000 tonnes by 2027, but aiming for 250,000 tonnes annually by 2028-2029. Manitoba currently has four active mines, and the Alamos Gold mine near Lynn Lake is slated to begin producing in 2029.

The Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte will receive more than $66M in federal government funding to extend the watermain in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory to improve access to safe, reliable drinking water

The Municipalité de La Conception inaugurated its new municipal garage as well as its modernized and expanded municipal hall. The $13M project received $8.2M in funding from the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation.

The Governments of Northwest Territories, Alberta, and Saskatchewan have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on nuclear energy development and electricity transmission. The agreement supports cooperation on large-scale reactors, small modular reactors, and microreactors, while exploring ways to improve grid reliability, affordability, and energy security.

The federal government is providing up to $1.9M through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative to support four Yukon businesses. The funding aims to help the companies improve productivity, increase operational efficiency, strengthen local supply chains, and adapt to tariff and trade disruptions while creating new opportunities for business growth.

The University of Lethbridge is introducing a new Bachelor of Engineering program, scheduled to begin in fall 2027. The program aims to help address engineering workforce shortages in southern Alberta and respond to growing demands for engineering graduates and co-op placements.

The Broom Tree Café in Lacombe will be closing on September 30 as the Broom Tree Foundation shifts its focus toward expanding food security programs in the community. Resources will be redirected to initiatives such as meal programs, emergency food support, food education, and other services aimed at improving long-term food sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Costco is opening two new locations in Northeast Edmonton and Lloydminster, Alberta. The Edmonton location is expected to cost approximately $28M and will include a Costco warehouse, gas bar, and liquor store. Both locations are expected to open in November 2026.

The federal government announced a $199K investment in the Cody Banks Arena retrofits project in Charlottetown. This investment comes as a part of the $51B Build Communities Strong Fund and is intended to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station experienced a heavy-water leak causing the station to be shut down. This is the second time the facility has shut down this September. The station will remain closed for an undisclosed period of time until necessary repairs can be made.

Cégep Drummond will open a new campus in Bécancour in the fall of 2027

Britannia Brewing has announced that it is opening a new 2.7K sq. ft. location in spring 2027 on Lakeshore Road in Kelowna. The new location is expected to provide a takeaway concept for Gyro Beach that will allow people to enjoy their food and drinks outdoors.

Brooklyn Dumpling Shops, an automated dumpling chain, has opened a new location on McKay Avenue in Burnaby.

The Peace River Regional District has voted to provide up to $75K per year for three years to Northern Lights College to expand health science and human services programming. The funds will support community-based training labs, youth health camps and a new medical lab assistant certificate.

RevoCast Aluminum Billets has opened a 120K sq. ft. aluminum plant in Langley. The facility re-melts scrap or ingots to create aluminum billets which can then be shipped to manufacturers to produce a variety of industrial products. The facility currently casts up to three batches of billets per day but is expected to be able to increase production up to six batches per day in the future.

The District of Saanich has announced the completion of the Shelbourne Street Improvements Project. The work included the installation of new transportation and underground infrastructure over several kilometres of road. The project was completed over three phases and cost a total of about $72.3M.

Osisko Gold has formally announced that it is proceeding with the construction of the Cariboo Gold Project near Wells, expected to take 30 months. The project is expected to pour its first gold in Q1 2029. According to the company, at peak construction the work will create 613 jobs, with 525 operational jobs after construction is finished.

The Township of Selwyn, near Peterborough, will receive more than $3.9M in federal government funding to upgrade sewer infrastructure and wastewater services

Toronto-Dominion Bank is committing $150B over five years in key Canadian sectors including energy, critical minerals, defence and aerospace, digital technology and AI, and infrastructure

The Vedette and Socket Lake Forward Attack Bases in Northwestern Ontario will receive more than $20M in provincial government funding for reconstruction and modernization, with completion expected before the 2027 fire season

Velocity Agri-Capital Partners will receive $150 million from the federal government to support advancement of agricultural technology innovation in Canada's agriculture and food industry

Ciot, a retailer of ceramic tiles and natural stone slabs, is investing in the modernization of its Québec location. The first phase of this four-phase project is now complete.

Starbucks, a coffee shop chain, will open a location in Saguenay in the summer of 2027. The new establishment is expected to create over 15 jobs. The project cost is estimated at nearly $3M.

The Complexe Marchand de Drummondville, a multi-sport centre, was renovated thanks to a $2.5M investment shared between the Ville de Drummondville, the Centre de services scolaire des Chênes, and Cégep Drummond

Bessette—Créateurs de confort, a company specializing in heating, air conditioning, and ventilation, has inaugurated new offices in Saint-Ambroise-de-Kildare to better meet the growing demand of recent years

AMI Labs, Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), and Mistral AI, three international players in the field of artificial intelligence, have opened an artificial intelligence research lab in Montréal

The Tibbitt-Contwoyto Winter Road, which provides seasonal access to the Diavik, Ekati, and Gahcho Kué diamond mines, is unlikely to operate in 2027. With two mines ending commercial production and another facing financial challenges, the owners have determined the road is likely not needed for the upcoming season. Future operating plans will be reviewed if business needs change.

The Rosetown and District Primary Care Clinic opened in September, bringing physicians, nursing, pharmacy, behavioural health, and support staff together to provide coordinated, team-based care. The clinic is expected to improve access to primary healthcare in Rosetown and surrounding communities, with recruitment underway for additional physicians and a nurse practitioner.

On September 14, 2026, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories signed an MOU to collaborate on nuclear energy development and expand regional electricity transmission connections. The agreement aims to improve grid reliability, energy security, and long-term affordability while supporting future economic growth across the region.

Bell Canada announced that it will expand its planned AI data centre near Regina from 300 MW to 1.2 GW, increasing its investment to $52B. The project is expected to become the largest private investment in the history of the province. According to the government of Saskatchewan, the expansions could create up to 500 permanent jobs and 3,000 additional jobs in areas such as security and maintenance.

The Government of Canada is providing $900K to Calgary-based SmartGRO Bioengineering through the Agricultural Clean Technology Program to help advance year-round food production in Canada. The funding will help develop an advanced growing system that combines LED lighting, plant sensors, and artificial intelligence to optimize crop growth and health.

Shasta Senior Living has begun construction on a new a new $45M continuing-care facility in Strathmore. The facility will include 54 long-term care spaces, 36 supportive living spaces, and six hospice spaces, including 18 memory care spaces. The Strathmore Care Community is slated to open in May 2027 and will support about 75 to 80 full-time jobs once completed.

Anejo, a Mexican restaurant chain, is opening a new location on Market Street in Calgary. The restaurant will offer Jalisco- and Central Mexico-inspired cuisine, along with an extensive selection of tequila and agave-based spirits. An official opening date for the new location has not yet been announced.

The University of Lethbridge officially launched the Southern Alberta Medical Program on September 14, with its first cohort of 20 students now underway. Offered jointly with the University of Calgary, the three-year program combines classroom instruction and clinical training. Students will receive medical degrees from the University of Calgary upon completion.

The Government of Alberta is committing around $84M to support four public charter school projects in creating and renovating over 5,150 student spaces in Calgary, Edmonton, and Medicine Hat. The projects will add approximately 4,280 new spaces and renovate more than 870 existing spaces.

The Governments of Alberta and Canada are providing $24.8M to support two broadband projects that will bring high-speed internet access to 1,833 households in rural and remote communities. The funding is part of a broader $780M partnership to expand connectivity in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities across Alberta. Construction of all broadband projects are expected to create up to 2,000 jobs.

The Governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on nuclear energy development and electricity transmission. The agreement supports cooperation on large-scale reactors, small modular reactors, and microreactors, while exploring ways to improve grid reliability, affordability, and energy security.

Calgary-based Cardinal Energy Ltd. is proceeding with a $40M expansion of its Reford 2 SAGD project in Saskatchewan, increasing production capacity from 4,250 to 6,000 barrels per day. The company expects production to reach full capacity by late 2027.

The X Gameswill be held at Calgary's WinSport Canada Olympic Park from February 19 to 21, 2027, marking the first time the international winter action sports event has been hosted in Canada. Organizers expect 15,000 to 20,000 spectators over the three-day event.

The Prince Edward Island government reversed a planned 25% cut to funding to pedagogical support workers in childcare centres across the island. This will extend current funding until March 2027 and intends to help maintain staffing, strengthen workforce capacity, and ensure job stability.

A Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) contact centre in Halifax made its first batch of layoffs last week as a part of business restructuring. CIBC employs about 3,000 people across Canada, including 400 to 500 in Halifax. The exact number of layoffs is unknown and the reduction in positions is expected to be permanent.

Newfoundland and Labrador has received federal approval for 1,000 additional Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) spaces in 2026, increasing the NLPNP allocation to 2,379 nominations. The province says the expansion will help address workforce and demographic needs, particularly in rural communities and sectors such as healthcare, education and social services.

A Campobello Island brewery plans to relocate operations to Maine, citing uncertainty and rising costs from US tariffs on Canadian alcohol and Canadian counter-tariffs on imported supplies. The business relies heavily on American customers and US-sourced materials, while local geographic and transportation challenges complicate alternatives.

The New Brunswick government has launched the Youth in Manufacturing Program, a three-year, $2.1 million wage subsidy initiative that will connect up to 300 young people with jobs, skills training, and industry-recognized microcredentials. The program aims to reduce youth unemployment, address manufacturing labour shortages, and build a skilled workforce.

Riding Mountain National Park has begun construction of a new trail system that will connect with the Northgate Trails multi-use pathways near Dauphin. This project is Canada’s first partnership between a national park, an independent organization, and provincial and municipal governments.

The Government of Manitoba is offering to waive the provincial sales tax for investments into a proposed expansion at the Port of Churchill. The tax break would apply to any upgrades considered to be part of the “Port of Churchill Plus” project, such as railway upgrades, liquefied natural gas facilities, and a new energy corridor.

L’Oasis alimentaire, a community grocery store in Windsor, officially opened at the end of August

Le Petit Quartier is a residential project consisting of 73 tiny homes in the Fleurimont borough of Sherbrooke. The project is scheduled to be delivered in the fall of 2027.

Elaichi Patisserie, a fusion bakery, is opening a location on Main Street in Vancouver. The bakery is expected to open before the end of September.

The Champlain Heights Community Centre has opened in Vancouver to provide weekend childcare for school-aged children. The centre will provide flexibility to parents that work non-standard or irregular hours.

Madrona, a new health clinic, opened in Crofton this August. The clinic offers naturopathic medicine, chiropracting, physiotherapy, counselling, massage therapy and personal training. The clinic expects to continue recruiting practitioners as it grows.

Taylor Pro College in Kelowna has announced the launch of a new Law Enforcement Foundations and Security Diploma to prepare students for entry-level jobs in law enforcement, corrections and community safety. Courses are also available online.

Edible Acres Farm in Windermere is testing three strawberry varieties through a food resilience initiative funded by Columbia Basin Trust. The farm received $22.1K to assess crop viability, growing methods and production outcomes. The Trust funded four crop trials and eight farm solar projects in 2026 to support agricultural adaptation and local food production.

The Centre d’action bénévole de Port-Cartier inaugurated its new facilities. The project, valued at $9M, was carried out from 2020 to the spring of 2026.

Ten new single occupancy homes, consisting of five modular duplexes, have arrived in Ulukhaktok as part of Housing NWT’s plan to add 98 new housing units across the territory. Work is now underway to install the units and connect utilities. The homes are expected to be ready by fall.

PEI’s oyster industry is facing severe losses from the oyster diseases MSX and dermo, with some growers reporting mortality rates of up to 100%. Farmers and fishers say mounting debt, rising costs and delayed recovery threaten the viability of independent operations, raising concerns about consolidation by larger companies.

Portage Daycare is spending $2M to expand its facility in Southport, adding 24 new child care spaces to its existing 28. Construction is underway and expected to be complete in 2027.

The Government of Quebec is investing nearly $1M in carrying out rehabilitation work on the cycling network in the Municipalité régionale de comté du Val-Saint-François. The project is scheduled to be completed in May 2027.

Kyo Capsule Hôtel will open a hotel in Bromont in early 2027

The school boards in Outaouais, as well as the Western Québec School Board, are continuing to recruit teachers and support staff for the 2026–2027 school year

Their There, a brunch café, closed its location on West 4th in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood on September 13. The closure was due to the end of the café’s lease.

To Live For Bakery has announced that it will be adding a second mini location on Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. The new location is expected to open in November.

Zero Zero Pickleball opened its flagship 28K sq. ft. indoor pickleball space on Minoru Boulevard in Richmond on September 13. Another location is currently under construction on Elmbridge Way, while two locations in Burnaby and one in Edmonton are planned for the end of this year, according to the owner.

Suncrest College and Yellow Quill First Nation signed a memorandum of understanding, to expand access to culturally relevant education and training, support skills development, and strengthen pathways to employment. The partnership will help align training opportunities with labour market needs while supporting collaborative community and skills development initiatives.

Araceli, a Filipino restaurant, opened in downtown Toronto

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada has opened a new community services office on Winnipeg’s Main Street. The faith-based addictions recovery organization offers support groups, counselling, employment support, and both outpatient and live-in treatment programs.

Sunrise Records has opened a location in the Brandon Shoppers Mall, selling vinyl records, movies, CDs, and collectibles.

Ciné Entreprise, a movie theatre operator, is closing the Cinéma du Cap in Trois-Rivières

The Township of Esquimalt announced the opening of the 2K sq. ft. Terra Nova Medical Clinic on Esquimalt Road on September 11. The facility has six nurse practitioners on staff to provide primary care. The Township says the clinic is aimed at enhancing primary care in the community.

The City of West Kelowna has announced that $3.1M of upgrade work by Okanagan Civil Constructors will begin on Elliot Road in early 2027. The improvements will include a new multi-use pathway, street lighting and stormwater management infrastructure.

Canis Restaurant has reopened with a new 28-seat dining room in Toronto's Little Italy neighbourhood six years after closing

Burgers N’ Fries Forever, a burger chain, will open its second Barrie location

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is committing $2B to support eligible small- and medium-sized businesses in the defence sector and dual-use industries, including infrastructure, energy, cybersecurity and advanced technologies

Bank of Montreal will invest up to $70B over the next decade in key Canadian sectors to support projects in electricity, energy and transportation infrastructure, mining and critical minerals, AI computing, defence and security, and oil and gas

The Centre de services scolaire de la Côte-du-Sud will invest nearly $6M in rehabilitating the Échos-de-la-Forêt school in Saint-Philémon. A temporary closure is planned for the 2027–2028 school year to allow for construction work.

The Nova Group has begun construction on a new 75-room hotel near downtown Yellowknife. The four-storey building will be located opposite the existing Chateau Nova and include 43 parking spaces and bicycle storage. The development represents the final phase of the Nova hotel complex, which already includes more than 250 hotel and extended-stay rooms.

The City of Abbotsford has announced that the new Westridge Park will officially open on September 19. The park provides family activities and information about the legacy of Japanese Canadians as well as amenities, accessible pathways and activity spaces. The opening is part of the city’s work to expand outdoor recreation through the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan.

Danbo Ramen has announced that it is opening a new location on Mainland Street in Vancouver sometime this fall. The restaurant also is opening an express location at the University of British Columbia on September 23.

Legendary Noodle, a Vancouver noodle shop, has announced it is closing its Denman Street location at the end of September.

The Boathouse Restaurant has announced that it is closing its last location in New Westminster on December 26, following the closure of its other locations in White Rock, Vancouver and Port Moody since 2025.

Honest to Pete Coffee Roasters opened a new location on Hamilton Street in Vancouver on August 31.

Beachcombers Academy & Little Oysters Child Care announced the opening of 44 new childcare spaces on September 10 with support from the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund. The project received funding from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia.

The Town of Qualicum Beach is providing $400K to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation to support the purchase of medical equipment for the new Primrose Medical Centre. Constructin of the centre began on July 2 and is expected to be completed in fall 2026.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that 23 new and improved schools are opening throughout B.C. in September 2026, including the new 585-seat Cloverley Elementary in North Vancouver. The new school began construction in September 2024 and received $61M from the province. Cloverley Elementary will also have 92 childcare spaces operated by North Shore Neighbourhood House.

The Government of British Columbia, in partnership with BC Hydro, has announced the opening of École Snokomish Elementary in Surrey, the region’s first net-zero-emission school. The school is part of BC Hydro’s Power Smart 2.0 plan which expands energy-efficiency programs to support all-electric designs and reduce Surrey Schools’ greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030.

The Government of British Columbia has announced it will provide up to $5M in Next Generation 911 funding to help eligible communities to transition from local emergency numbers to standard 911 calling. The Union of B.C. Municipalities will administer the funds to support technical work needed for the transition.

On September 11, 2026, the Government of Saskatchewan expanded pharmacist-led strep throat and ear infection services to more than 100 pharmacies, adding 55 new locations across the province. The initiative aims to improve timely access to assessment, testing, and treatment, with services expected to be available in 34 communities by January 2027.

The City of Regina approved participation in the federal Canada Public Transit Fund, securing $24M over 10 years for transit improvements. The funding may support new buses, shelters, and other transit infrastructure.

Komatsu opened a new parts distribution centre near Edmonton on September 10. The new facility doubles the company’s previous warehouse capacity and will serve as a logistics hub for North America. The centre is expected to improve supply chains and enable 24-hour parts delivery to dealers throughout western Canada.

The Government of Alberta is spending an additional $148M over three years to create nearly 8,000 new post-secondary spaces in high-demand fields, including health care, education, engineering, technology, early learning, and skilled trades. The funding is part of the third round of the Targeted Enrolment Expansion program, a $313M initiative aimed at creating over 15,000 funded spaces.

The new Parks Canada National Fire Equipment Cache in Banff National Park has been completed following a $34.6M federal investment. The facility will serve as a national hub for specialized wildfire management equipment, strengthening Parks Canada’s capacity to prepare for, respond to, and support wildfire operations across Canada.

The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology has begun construction of its Advanced Skills Centre. The $779M project is slated to welcome students in fall 2030.

Seine River School Division is adding nine portable classrooms to accommodate a growing student population, with 800 more students registered in the division compared to last year. Portable classrooms are divided between Ste. Anne, La Broquerie, St. Adolphe, La Salle, and Collége St. Norbert Collegiate in Winnipeg.

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is hiring a consultant to analyze staffing levels at its 911 call centre, its first detailed review in more than 15 years. The service employs 60 emergency communicators, whose call volumes have increased each year since 2020. The City of Winnipeg has allocated $150,000 for the consulting contract.

Legal Aid Manitoba has opened a new office in the northern community of The Pas. The organization’s previous office was destroyed by fire in 2022 and since then Legal Aid attorneys have worked out of temporary spaces.

The Government of Canada is providing $1M to Atom-Jet Industries, a Brandon farm equipment manufacturer. The company is planning a 4,000-sq. ft. expansion that is expected to create eight new jobs and expand direct-to-consumer sales in Canada and Australia.

FlixBus, in partnership with Explorers’ Edge, will provide year-round service on its Toronto-to-North Bay bus route

Yakitori Momiji, a 12-seat yakitori omakase restaurant, has opened in Toronto's Yorkville neighbourhood

The Ontario Science Centre in Toronto has laid off 31 employees, impacting 27 permanent roles and four contract roles

Splitsville Bowl, a bowling alley chain, will open a 24,000-sq.-ft. entertainment centre in Barrie this fall

The Royal George Theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake will receive up to $25M in federal government funding to support reconstruction of the facility, creating 850 jobs

The provincial government is providing over $8.5M and $8.4M to the Counties of Bruce and Huron respectively to increase availability of paramedics and ambulance services, while also providing $33M across Ontario to hire nurses and other health professionals to help offload ambulance patients at hospitals

Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc., Twenty20 Insight Inc., and Objexis AI, who have operations in Ontario, are among six Canadian defence technology suppliers receiving contracts worth up to $50M through a new federal drone procurement initiative

The Fiducie du patrimoine culturel des Ursulines will invest $125M in redeveloping the Ursuline Monastery in Québec and converting it into residential and cultural spaces. Construction is expected to start in the spring of 2027. Once the project is completed, 89 jobs will be created.

Avantis Coopérative, an agricultural cooperative based in Sainte-Marie, will close two BMR stores in October, including the one in Saint-Sébastien. These closures will affect around 30 employees, who may be reassigned to other locations.

Avantis Coopérative, an agricultural cooperative based in Sainte-Marie, will close two BMR stores in October, including the one in Saint-Gervais. These closures will affect around 30 employees, who may be reassigned to other locations.

The Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) will inaugurate a new service centre in Saint-Jérôme in October 2026. This new branch will bring together transactional and claims services.

The NWT government has launched a new centralized website for career, skills, and business support. The online hub aims to improve access to workforce and business resources and help prepare residents for upcoming economic and development opportunities. The territorial government will also run a six-month awareness campaign to promote available supports and training opportunities.

The Deninu Kųę́ First Nation has suspended its support for both the Taltson hydro expansion project and the Arctic Economic and Security Corridor initiative. The First Nation says it will not re-engage until its concerns are addressed, including formal recognition of the impacts of the original Taltson facility and a share of benefits from development in the North Slave region.

The Hay River Centennial Library is temporarily closing until September 24 due to staffing shortages. While in-person services are unavailable, patrons can continue to browse materials online and arrange for pickup during the closure.

The NWT government has launched the NWT Workforce Ready Program to help communities prepare residents for jobs associated with major projects. The program will provide up to $100K per project to Indigenous, community, and municipal governments for skills development and training initiatives. The first intake in October will focus on workforce needs related to the Mackenzie Valley Highway project.

The Vancouver Police Department has opened a 30K sq. ft. training academy on Abbot Street in Vancouver. The academy is set to train 40 recruits in its first cohort and operating costs will come out of the department’s existing budget. Earlier this year, Vancouver City Council approved $1.2M to convert the site into the academy.

The Langley Animal Protection Society is opening the new National Kitten College to help train people to better deal with neonatal and orphaned kittens. The facility will help grow foster programs and provide free courses.

Haisan, a new Chinese restaurant, is expected to open on Commercial Drive in Vancouver on October 14.

Mandy’s Gourmet Salads is opening a location on West 4th Avenue in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver on September 23. The chain is also planning to expand to the Coal Harbour neighbourhood sometime in the future.

The Township of Langley has announced that a new $149M arena facility has opened at the Langley Events Centre. The 400K sq. ft. facility includes five ice rinks and two dry-floor arenas. The Government of British Columbia provided $24M to the project through the Growing Communities Fund.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that Kopar Administration and the College of New Caledonia have partnered to provide the Helping Hands project to help participants prepare for entry-level administrative careers in health care. The province has partnered with the Government of Canada to provide nearly $600K to support the project. The project will support up to 30 participants.

The Government of British Columbia has announced that British Columbia Institute of Technology will add 272 new skilled-trades training seats as part of the Look West strategy. Nearly 900 seats have already been added in response to higher demand. The seats will reduce wait lists for in-demand training programs.

The Government of British Columbia is providing funding to the District of Sicamous and Neskonlith Indian Band through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund to support local emergency preparedness. Neskonlith Indian Band will receive $40K to develop an evacuation route and public notification plan. Sicamous will receive nearly $30K to fund local evacuation exercises and planning.