Hydro Ottawa Group has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, recognizing the utility company’s approach to training as …
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Canada’s Top Employers for Young People named for 2026
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMediacorp Canada Inc. announced the winners of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for 2026 on Jan. 20, recognizing organizations that provide …
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Rising costs and dwindling opportunities have Canada’s youth feeling adrift
By Craig Lord and Ritika Dubey Four months, 50 applications, two interviews, no job. The story of 21-year-old political studies graduate Lauren Hood …
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The Canadian Press has been speaking with young people about the financial challenges facing their generation — a tough job market, unaffordable …
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FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
Nearly half of young workers criticized by colleagues due to age stereotypes, survey finds
Almost half of Gen Z office workers report being criticized by older colleagues based on stereotypes about their generation, according to a …
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FeaturedOpinion
Gen Z is burning out at work more than any other generation — here’s why and what can be done
By Nitin Deckha Gen Z workers are reporting some of the highest burnout levels ever recorded, with new research suggesting they are …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Labour minister meets with G7 counterparts on youth employment and AI in workplace
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberFederal Labour Minister Patty Hajdu hosted a virtual meeting with G7 labour and employment ministers this week to discuss youth employment strategies …
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By Eddy Ng As Generation Z — those born between 1997 and 2012 — enters the workforce in growing numbers, Canadian employers …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ottawa launches public consultations on youth unemployment challenges
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberYouth unemployment in Canada reached 14.1% in October 2025, well above the pre-pandemic average of 10.8%, prompting the federal government to launch …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ottawa to invest $1.5 billion in youth employment programs for 2026
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe federal government announced Wednesday it will invest more than $1.5 billion to support youth employment and skills development in 2026-27, with …


