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This paper looks at the economic effects on tourism from COVID-19 lockdown measures. It estimates both the direct and indirect costs of border shutdowns for 65 sectors across 65 countries and regions. Globally, losses in the most optimistic tourism reduction scenario are estimated to be $1.17 trillion USD, which comprises approximately 1.5% of global GDP. Furthermore, estimates of employment losses in the tourism sector range between 10% and 40% depending on the country and the severity of the shock. This paper also makes a case for government assistance to the tourism industry to lessen the blow.
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2025 |
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The economy in Yukon is expected to grow by 41% from 2024 to 2045. However, the existing labour supply cannot meet the territory’s current labour demand.
2025 |
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Work-integrated learning programs that are short, flexible and less resource-intensive increase opportunities for students to develop professional skills and networks.
2024 |
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There is an urgent need for employers to develop artificial intelligence (AI) policies and to implement training for the use of AI tools at work.
January, 2025 |
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There’s a significant gap between the supply and the demand for health-care workers in Canada, which is expected to worsen without intervention.
2024 |
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Generative artificial intelligence is becoming embedded in the everyday work of many sectors—including the public sector.
April, 2024 |
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The availability of both green jobs and jobs requiring green skills is outpacing the number of workers with the right skills.