Quebec losing $1.5B a year as anglophones face high unemployment, lower wages: report

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Quebec losing $1.5B a year as anglophones face high unemployment, lower wages: report
  • A recent report highlights that anglophones in Quebec are experiencing significantly higher unemployment rates and lower wages, resulting in an annual economic loss of $1.5 billion for the province. This disparity raises concerns about the economic viability and inclusivity of the labor market in Quebec.
  • The findings underscore the urgent need for policy interventions to address these economic gaps, as the ongoing challenges faced by anglophones could hinder overall economic growth and social cohesion in the region.
  • This situation is compounded by recent government actions, including cuts to immigration pathways, which have led to the departure of thousands of residents, further straining the labor market and exacerbating existing inequalities among different linguistic communities.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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