Economy gains 79,000 jobs
Gains in the goods sector offset losses in services
63% increase from a year ago
Economy sheds 43,200 jobs in October
Self-employed workers could voluntarily opt into EI program
Employers add 30,600 jobs
U.S. continues to shed private sector jobs in September
Essential that governments focus on helping job seekers
Hiring intentions up sharply from third quarter, but far off last year’s pace
Unemployment rate edges higher