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EPISODE · Feb 7, 2026 · 35 MIN

Canada loses jobs but unemployment also down, Jaskirat Sidhu’s refugee application rejected

from Connect Newsroom · host Connect Media Network

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar two contrasting developments making headlines across Canada. New labour data reveals that Canada has lost jobs, yet the national unemployment rate has declined, prompting questions about workforce participation, economic resilience, and the quality of available jobs. The discussion then turns to a closely watched immigration case, as Jaskirat Sidhu’s refugee application is officially rejected, sparking renewed debate around immigration policy, accountability, and the legal standards governing refugee claims in Canada. Together, the hosts explore what these stories mean for Canadians navigating economic uncertainty and an evolving immigration system.

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