A Chinese robot maker has received over 500 orders from carmakers for an industrial humanoid robot, according to local media reports, in a development that may soon help ease China’s manufacturing labour shortage. UBTech’s Walker S1, officially unveiled on Monday, has already begun training in factories, including those of the world’s largest electric vehicle maker … Read more
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday the federal government will reduce the number of temporary foreign workers in Canada after a historic surge that some experts say has fuelled unemployment among immigrants and young people. Trudeau also said the government is considering a reduction to the number of permanent residents Canada accepts each year — a potentially major policy … Read more
A Bank of Canada survey finds Canadians are increasingly cutting back on spending while mortgage holders remain confident they can keep up with higher payments when their loans renew. The central bank released its fourth-quarter consumer expectations and business outlook surveys Monday, revealing how Canadians are faring amid higher borrowing costs and rising prices. Roughly … Read more
Quebec business owners have about a year and a half to ensure all signs on businesses, aside from the company name, must be predominately in French. Also, loopholes are being closed to ensure all products sold in Quebec have descriptions in the province’s official language. “Most of the companies won’t have any changes to make,” said … Read more
