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2026.08.0712:30:00UTC+00Canada’s Labour Participation Rate Edges Up to 65.1% in July 2026

Canada’s labour force participation rate inched higher in July 2026, rising to 65.1% from 65.0% in June 2026, according to the latest data updated on 7 August 2026.

The modest 0.1 percentage point increase signals a slight expansion in the share of the working-age population either employed or actively seeking work. While the move is small, it suggests continued resilience in Canada’s labour market as more people remain engaged in the workforce.

Analysts monitoring employment trends will be watching subsequent releases closely to determine whether July’s uptick marks the start of a sustained upward trend in participation or reflects a temporary fluctuation around the 65% level seen in recent months.

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