Mr. Speaker, the recession hit very hard, particularly among young people. Four years after the 2008 crisis, Canada's youth unemployment rate is at 15%.
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is reporting that even among those who find jobs, one out of four university graduates is underemployed. The CGAs explain that this systematic underemployment results in loss of revenue, health problems, and that, of course, it has a negative impact on economic growth.
Why not give young people a chance to contribute to Canada's economy through good jobs and real careers?