Some 42% of Canadians don’t have skills to succeed in a knowledge-based economy

International comparisons suggest that Canada does a good job at preparing youth for the labour markets of today –but we need to go further.

Countries around the world are looking for new and innovative ways to increase their quality of life and economic competitiveness. There is a growing awareness of the importance of investing in "human capital"–and recognition that informed and engaged citizens, who continue to learn through...

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