Future of work
A curated resource of recent research on trends shaping Canada's labour market.
This report—the first of a series—examines Canadian youth ages 15–34 and their educational attainment and employment outcomes. In 2022, the population of Canadian youth reached ten million for the first time. Internationally, Canada is known for having a highly educated workforce, where 66% of Canadians aged 24–34 have completed tertiary education. Canada ranks quite poorly, however, for making use of the skills of youth. The biggest challenge for many youth not in education, employment or training (NEET) is needing more work experience. One avenue of support is work-integrated learning (WIL). Research has found that recent postsecondary graduates who took part in WIL were more likely to find work in their field and to find a job within three months of graduating. Furthermore, accessible, affordable childcare and greater support for remote work can help alleviate gendered employment gaps. As Canada continues to welcome thousands of young newcomers each year, ensuring access to capital for immigrant entrepreneurs and connecting them to equal employment will improve their economic outcomes.