Now or Never

Calgarians are finding creative ways to confront unemployment

Right now, Calgary has the highest unemployment rate in the country - 9.8 per cent. This week, we jump into the action with Calgarians who've been forced to make a change because of the downturn in the economy. And hear what it's like for newcomers who are adjusting to a new country and a tight job market.

Right now, Calgary has the highest unemployment rate in the country - 9.8 per cent. There are so many people looking for a job in this city, they could fill the Saddledome more than four times over. This week, we jump into the action with Calgarians who've been forced to make a change because of the downturn in the economy. And hear what it's like for newcomers who are adjusting to a new country and a tight job market.