London, Ontario, now has Canada's highest unemployment rate. The region lost approximately 1,800 jobs in April. Nationally, Canada unexpectedly lost 17,700 jobs last month. Full-time positions decreased by over 46,000 nationwide. Economists view London's crisis as a warning for Canada's industrial economy.
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