People leave Sheridan College’s Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, Ont., on Jan. 26, 2024. The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette
Commentary
The signs of Canada’s decline are many, whether it’s a stagnant economy, falling standard of living, high youth unemployment, or high deficits and debt. Canada has one of the lowest levels of productivity and educational outcomes among advanced countries, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Our labour shortages, particularly in technical employment, persist, and the emergence of artificial intelligence is poised to displace many jobs.
