Inflation soars to new highs driven by gas; a million job vacancies in Canada in April points to tight labour market; workers are feeling their power with job actions across the country; Canada needs 5.8 million new homes built by 2030. 

<p>Inflation soars to new highs driven by gas; a million job vacancies in Canada in April points to tight labour market; workers are feeling their power with job actions across the country; Canada needs 5.8 million new homes built by 2030. </p>

A weekly series spotlighting the biggest and most significant news stories affecting the world of business and the economy. Taking Stock with Amanda Lang brings business stories from the global stage to Canadians every week and explains why they matter.

<p>A weekly series spotlighting the biggest and most significant news stories affecting the world of business and the economy. Taking Stock with Amanda Lang brings business stories from the global stage to Canadians every week and explains why they matter.</p>

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