Photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo Inc. / alexskopjeThe jobless rate in the London-St. Thomas area fell in October.
But once again, it wasn't because more people were working. According to Statistics Canada, the unemployment rate last month was 6.7%, down from September's 7%.
The agency says the local labour force shrunk by 1,100 people, while the number of people working fell by 300.
Nationally, the jobless rate held steady at 7% as the economy gained 67,000 part time jobs. However, there was a loss of 23,000 full time jobs.
For the first time since July 2024, the rising cost of groceries in Canada did not outpace headline inflation.
Tilbury Properties Corporation Partner Michael Kaye said it's been a very busy site this summer.
Police said predators often use grooming tactics to gain a child or youth’s trust.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a solo home run, his first at home this season, as the Toronto Blue Jays downed Baltimore 8-1 Sunday.
Walpole Island Police Service and Lambton County OPP are investigating the collision
Sarnia Fire Rescue is reminding the public that safety is paramount while out on the water swimming or boating.
