Future of Work
A curated resource of recent research on trends shaping Canada's labor market.
This report paints a grim picture of the future, arguing that the COVID-19 recession and automation are causing a double disruption for workers. With the pandemic, the window of opportunity to reskill and upskill workers has become shorter. The report estimates that job creation is slowing, while job destruction is accelerating. By 2025, redundant roles are expected to decline by 6.4 percentage points, while emerging professions will grow by 5.7 percentage points. The report also points out that the crisis has impacted individuals with lower education levels more deeply, warning that, in the absence of proactive efforts, inequality may be exacerbated.