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Canada's Youth Unemployment Soars to 14.2% Amid Job Shortages
8/30/2025
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Story summary
- Youth unemployment in Canada has risen to 14.2% for ages 15-24, over double the national average.
- Contributing factors include rising living costs and a 22% decrease in summer job postings.
- Graduates experience underemployment, and many applicants report being "ghosted" by employers.
- New Ontario laws mandate employers to notify applicants of hiring decisions within 45 days.
