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Youth Employment

October 20, 2025

332

RESPONDERS

92%

RESPONSE RATE

14%

45

79%

261

7%

23

Employment

TOTAL RESPONDERS

1

When you think about your future, how much does work and money stress you out?

332 responded out of 360 polled

2

Where do you usually hear about or look for job opportunities?

327 responded out of 343 polled

3

When you look for jobs, do entry-level roles feel achievable and accessible for someone your age and experience?

318 responded out of 330 polled

4

When you look for jobs, have you seen many paid internships or training opportunities for youth in your area or field?

312 responded out of 320 polled

5

What makes unpaid internships or volunteer work hard for you to take on?

303 responded out of 314 polled

6

Have you ever felt pressure to take a job you didn’t really want, just to earn money or gain experience?

301 responded out of 307 polled

7

How much do you agree or disagree with this statement? “I have people in my life I can turn to for support with work, jobs or career decisions.”

298 responded out of 303 polled

8

Have you had chances to explore different jobs or careers (like job shadowing, Take Our Kids to Work Day, school programs)?

294 responded out of 299 polled

9

What does “job security” mean to you and do you think it’s achievable for young people right now?

266 responded out of 295 polled

10

What would make you feel excited about your future in work or career?

251 responded out of 266 polled

U-Report poll reveals nine in ten Canadian youth say finding a job today is difficult.

See by the numbers how we are engaging youth voices for positive social change.

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