The national average home price hit $713,500 last month, up almost 18% from the previous December
Even before the new variant, only about one-third of small businesses were back to normal sales
Housing sales will moderate next year, but prices aren't expected to ease
The average salary increase for women at SMEs was 5.3% in 2021, while men received 10.3%
Prices hit an all-time high
The sector faces challenges as the pandemic stymies immigration and causes people to rethink their careers
The approach helps businesses uncover talent and removes many false preconceptions recruiters form
National home prices skyrocketed to an average $716,585 last month
Increasing prices mean it's time for government to rein in current conditions, BMO economist says
Buyers are looking to enter the market before interest rates rise