Filled job numbers rose again in February by 0.4 percent, following on from the 0.8 percent boost in January.

Employment in service industries and tourism are leading the charge, and jobs in professional services, transport, and public administration are up significantly.

Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the growth in jobs is concerning at a time when we're trying to slow down the economy.

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Filled job numbers rose again in February by 0.4 percent, following on from the 0.8 percent boost in January.
Employment in service industries and tourism are leading the charge, and jobs in professional services, transport, and public administration are up significantly.
Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the growth in jobs is concerning at a time when we're trying to slow down the economy.
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