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AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI-related layoffs are in full swing as tech companies invest in artificial intelligence agents they say will take over tasks traditionally done by humans. But a major AI infrastructure and software company says the agents fail to produce professionally acceptable work more than 19 times out of 20, and some analysts say the technology is overhyped and being using as an excuse for laying off workers.

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National, Politics, Social

February 20, 2026

David Baxter and Nono Shen

NDP leadership candidates pitch their rebuilding plans to voters in final debate

The NDP leadership candidates began the final official debate with…

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National, Ontario/Quebec

February 19, 2026

Paola Loriggio

Frank Stronach’s sexual assault trial hits hurdle as fourth complainant testifies

TORONTO — The trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach hit…

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Business, Economy, Environment, Labour

February 19, 2026

Ian Bickis

Ontario Teachers’ pension shifts climate strategy from emissions to investments

TORONTO — The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board says it’s…

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Business, Justice, Retail

February 19, 2026

Tara Deschamps

Ontario court recognizes U.S. bankruptcy proceedings for Eddie Bauer’s Canadian shops

TORONTO — An Ontario court has agreed to recognize a…

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Canadian Challenge mushers race in Saskatchewan’s biggest dog sled event
Star

February 19, 2026

Canadian Challenge mushers race in Saskatchewan’s biggest dog sled event

The Canadian Challenge is the biggest dog sled race in…

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'Like lamb to a slaughter': Woman tells court details of alleged sexual assault by Frank Stronach
Star

February 19, 2026

‘Like lamb to a slaughter’: Woman tells court details of alleged sexual assault by Frank Stronach

A woman said it’s hard to live with the fact…

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Business, Retail

February 19, 2026

Tara Deschamps

7-Eleven Canada looks to franchising, restaurant model and egg sandwiches for growth

TORONTO — 7-Eleven Canada says the big competition it’s facing…

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Some employers using foreign worker program facing bigger fines for violations
Star

February 19, 2026

Some employers using foreign worker program facing bigger fines for violations

Amid increasing scrutiny on the use of Canada’s temporary foreign…

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Non-binary client wins discrimination case against Montreal-area hair salon
Star

February 19, 2026

Non-binary client wins discrimination case against Montreal-area hair salon

Quebec’s Human Rights Tribunal has ordered a Montreal-area hair salon…

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