Canada loses 25,000 jobs as economy begins to pivot

Canada loses 25,000 jobs as economy begins to pivot

February 6, 2026 2:19 pm PST.

The Canadian economy lost 25,000 in the month of January. Business Analyst Kris McCusker looks at which industries were hit hardest, and how many Canadians are now looking to pivot to new careers.

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