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Canadian Graduates Struggle with High Youth Unemployment Rates

4/6/2026

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Hundreds of thousands of Canadian students face an 'experience gap' that hinders job prospects after graduation.
Steven Wang, CEO of Venture For Canada, says youth unemployment is 14%, double the national average.
Graduates like Serina Woo, a recent graduate, compete with master's holders for entry-level roles.
Isabelle Malavoy Mundle, a June 2025 graduate, has taken part-time restaurant work for better pay.

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Story summary

Hundreds of thousands of Canadian students face an 'experience gap' that hinders job prospects after graduation.
Steven Wang, CEO of Venture For Canada, says youth unemployment is 14%, double the national average.
Graduates like Serina Woo, a recent graduate, compete with master's holders for entry-level roles.
Isabelle Malavoy Mundle, a June 2025 graduate, has taken part-time restaurant work for better pay.