So it's just a lot of money into training, a lot of money into interviewing potential candidates." "I believe we are going to see a boomerang in spending," said Doug Porter, chief economist at BMO Financial Group. One is that many areas of Canada are still seeing lingering restrictions, which has him thinking there won't be a quick rebound in employment over the summer. 'Our team is busy planning for multiple scenarios right now,' said Ian Rosen, an executive vice-president at menswear retailer Harry Rosen. "For those who have a limited window, like the summer, it's certainly not going to get back to pre-pandemic levels," he said.

Source: CBC News June 12, 2021 08:01 UTC