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Temp workers first to lose jobs during economic downturn: U.N.

Between 100,000 to 150,000 temporary workers lost their jobs in Germany during the economic downturn in 2008 but the trend was duplicated in the U.S., France, Spain and Japan.

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New Canadian legislation limits how long temps can stay in Canada

Potential Canadian employers who might want to bring in help from outside the country now have new legislation to adhere to. The legislation is a move by the government to protect temporary foreign workers, who are often reportedly taken advantage of.

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VIDEO: Are Olympic workers being short changed?

Tens of thousands of temporary workers will be taken on over the next few months to work on the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Irish flee economic woes for Canada

St. Patrick's Day is a reminder of all things Irish, including statistics showing the number of temporary foreign workers from Ireland in Canada was up sharply in 2011 from the year before.

EI recipients may face bigger push into seasonal jobs

People collecting employment insurance may be pushed to fill seasonal jobs often done by temporary foreign workers if the federal government's proposed changes to the system go through.

The exiles in 'temporary' homes for 50 years

The exiles still in temporary housing after 50 years in France

Connor needs backing, says Taylor

Former Wolves manager Graham Taylor calls on the club's fans to support new temporary boss Terry Connor.