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Canada's Productivity Plummets: Urgent Call for Workforce Innovation

9/4/2025

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Story summary

Canadian labor productivity decreased by 1.0% in Q2 2025, the largest decline since Q4 2022, due to trade uncertainties.
Experts call for innovative workforce models linking skills training to job opportunities, especially for non-degree roles.
The U.S. trails OECD countries in job training investments and apprenticeships, affecting productivity and competitiveness.
A new R&D-inspired workforce development model is suggested to improve human capital and alleviate labor shortages.
Implementing continuous improvement practices can enhance productivity by involving all employees in problem-solving.

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Story summary

Canadian labor productivity decreased by 1.0% in Q2 2025, the largest decline since Q4 2022, due to trade uncertainties.
Experts call for innovative workforce models linking skills training to job opportunities, especially for non-degree roles.
The U.S. trails OECD countries in job training investments and apprenticeships, affecting productivity and competitiveness.
A new R&D-inspired workforce development model is suggested to improve human capital and alleviate labor shortages.
Implementing continuous improvement practices can enhance productivity by involving all employees in problem-solving.