Future of Work
Annotated Bibliography
A curated resource of recent research on trends shaping Canada's labor market.
Total articles:
394
March, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
Educational attainment levels among racialized immigrants in Canada rose significantly from 2006 to 2021. This change was likely supported by immigration policies focused on meeting labour market demands.
May, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program needs immediate reform to address ethical concerns and streamline support for workers and employers.
June, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
Statistics Canada’s 2023 to 2073 projections of Canada’s population predict significant growth (driven by immigration) and highlight the impact of aging demographics across the provinces and territories.
May, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
Inclusive practices are critical to preparing job postings that will be effective for integrating immigrants and marginalized groups into the Canadian labour market.
June, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
For certain cohorts of foreign workers in Canada, the rate of transition from work permit holder to permanent resident has increased. However, the change isn’t consistent across work permit programs—in fact, the disparities are significant.
March, 2024 |
Key Takeaway:
To address long-term economic challenges and labour shortages, Canada must update its immigration policies to prioritize and support economic immigrants and international students and to streamline credential recognition.