With the Canada Post strike causing major disruptions during the busiest shopping season of the year, private shipping companies like Purolator and UPS are feeling the strain. They have been working hard to pick up the slack from Canada Post, but even they are starting to feel overwhelmed. Some companies have even had to temporarily suspend certain shipments, adding to the already massive backlog of deliveries across the country. This is not only causing headaches for the shipping companies, but also for small businesses who rely on timely deliveries to survive the holiday season. Kyle Benning reports on the impact of the strike on private shipping companies.
In other economic news, Canada saw a surprising jump in unemployment to 6.8 per cent in November, causing the loonie to weaken. Mackenzie Gray delves into the new statistics and what this could mean for the upcoming Bank of Canada interest rate announcement. The sudden increase in unemployment is a cause for concern for many Canadians and could have ripple effects across the economy.
Meanwhile, Canada’s federal government has launched its “Arctic Foreign Policy,” aiming to boost Canada’s presence in the north and increase security against foreign threats. This new initiative includes the appointment of an “Arctic Ambassador” and the creation of two diplomatic posts in Alaska and Greenland. David Akin reports on how this new policy will also emphasize Indigenous teachings and values, showing a commitment to respecting and including Indigenous perspectives.
The NYPD is intensifying their search for the man wanted in the shooting death of U.S. health care executive Brian Thompson. The killer has been on the run since Wednesday and investigators believe he has left New York City. Eric Sorensen reports on the latest developments in the case, including the use of a fake ID with a phony name by the suspect.
Finally, Taylor Swift took the stage in Vancouver, B.C. for the final stop of her Eras concert tour, performing three shows to an estimated 160,000 fans. Neetu Garcha captures the excitement surrounding the concert, showing how Swiftie-fever is high in Vancouver. The energy from the concert extends far beyond the stadium, highlighting the impact of Swift’s music on her dedicated fanbase.
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