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Burning Glass Institute research shows entry-level roles are being suppressed as organizations adopt generative AI, reducing pathways for new graduates.

Graduates who participate in Work-Integrated Learning outperform peers by 16%, yet many high-value WIL programs — including paid, no-cost options for employers — remain underused simply due to lack of awareness.

Many young Canadians lack access to trusted career guidance or professional networks, putting those without family or industry connections at a clear disadvantage.

Most job platforms aren’t built for early-career users, making the search for entry-level roles time-consuming, frustrating, and discouraging.

Canada is the most educated country in the G7 - yet has one of the highest unemployment rates among postsecondary graduates.

Traditional 3–4-year programs can’t keep pace with industry change, leaving graduates with skills misaligned to available jobs.

Many micro-credentials are costly, generic, or disconnected from employer demand, offering limited real-world value.