Episode

Canada’s youth job crisis: Why young workers are being shut out

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The Evan Bray Show
Published
May 19, 2026
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995
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Summary

Youth unemployment in Canada has risen to 14.3%, significantly higher than the overall national unemployment rate. This underscores a widening gap between education and access to early work experience. The Students Commission of Canada is calling for action from governments, schools and employers to expand entry-level opportunities for more people. Tamara Cherry speaks with Florence Bergeron, Incoming CEO of the Students Commission of Canada.