You also mentioned that the biggest concern is that you need to correct the mismatch between labour market needs and the qualifications of unemployed individuals. Given the current urgency of labour shortages, the traditional educational timelines are probably not going to be able to respond to these shortages, and there have been suggestions around implementing work-integrated learning programs, microcredential programs and industry-led training programs. How would small businesses go about implementing and accelerating those types of programs? What would your recommendations be for the government's consideration?
On April 4th, 2022. See this statement in context.