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5 Things to Know Today: 68,000 Jobs Lost, a Weaker Loonie and the Oct. 28 BoC Decision

  Oct 12, 2026   Happy Thanksgiving. Canadian markets are closed today, but the numbers that shape your wallet aren't taking the day off. Here are five things to know on Monday, October 12. 1. Canada lost about 68,000 jobs in September, wiping out 2026's gains Statistics Canada reported that employment fell by roughly 68,000 in September, following a 41,700-job drop in August. The unemployment rate edged up to 6.5% from 6.4%. Economists had forecast a small gain. Put the two months together and Canada has lost about 41,200 jobs so far this year, compared with a gain of 211,300 over the same stretch of 2025, according to Reuters. The losses were spread almost evenly between full-time and part-time work and were concentrated in the public sector. Workers aged 15 to 24 lost 48,000 jobs, Quebec shed 49,000, and Ontario's unemployment rate sits at 7.0%, the highest among the large provinces. Average hourly wages were up 2.3% from a year ago. What it means for you: A softening j...

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Your daily horoscope: December 11, 2024

 

HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

If you go out of your way to assist people who are down on their luck this year you will find that your own problems fade as well. The universe helps those who help themselves, and brings nothing but good things to those who help other people.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20):

It might be smart to avoid making any important decisions as the rational part of your mind does not appear to be functioning as well as it should. No one expects you to be Mr. Spock but today your logic circuits could be all over the place!

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21):

With Uranus moving retrograde through your sign this is not the best time to make changes. If at all possible wait until later in the month, to the 21st at least, before pushing ahead with plans to improve your professional or financial situation.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21):

The planets warn you cannot take on trust what other people tell you, so be on your guard and put every statement made by loved ones, friends and colleagues to the test. They may not be deliberately trying to deceive you but can you take the chance?

CANCER (June 22 - July 23):

Once again you seem to be worrying about a situation that isn’t worth the time and the trouble. The way to get past that is to point your overexcited mind at a different objective, one that you find both challenging and fun at the same time.

LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23):

The message of the stars today Leo is that you need to be patient. If you get too eager and jump ahead of yourself you could make a mistake which you have to go back and fix later on. Success is guaranteed, so what’s the rush?

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

You prefer to avoid people whose outlook on life is negative but one such person will have to be dealt with today. Do what you can to convince them that their current situation is nowhere near as bad as they have persuaded themselves to believe.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

You may be hoping that by ignoring a problem it will eventually go away but the planets warn that isn’t going to happen. Instead, be brave and face it head on. Most likely you will discover that it wasn’t worth worrying about in the first place.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

Be careful what you wish for today because the cosmic picture is such that although you might get what it is you desire it will come with a challenge attached. Also, polish up your communication skills so your words cannot be misunderstood.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

It is essential that you look on the bright side of life. There may be things going on in the world that drive you to despair but you need to believe that behind it all there is some sort of cosmic plan that will, eventually, bring a beneficial outcome.


CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

This may not be one of the most exciting times of the year for you but in a week or two the outlook will shift in your favour and where before your prospects looked dull and dark they will suddenly take on a much brighter hue. Be patient.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

You have been taking a situation that involves people you love much too seriously. The planets indicate that if you approach the matter in a more light-hearted manner it won’t seem so severe, which in turn will make it easier to find a long-term solution.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

The signals you have been getting from friends, family members and colleagues have been confusing to say the least, but have you considered that the fault may have something to do with you? You have been a bit erratic in your outlook of late.

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