Food Banks Canada says employment insurance doesn't serve modern workforce
Food Banks Canada reports that the current employment insurance (EI) system is failing to support the modern workforce, which is increasingly reliant on gig, part-time, and contract work. The organization argues that outdated eligibility requirements exclude many workers who face income instability and high costs of living.
Why it matters
As labor markets shift toward non-traditional employment, social safety nets designed for full-time, long-term roles are becoming increasingly inadequate, potentially exacerbating poverty.
Food Banks Canada says Canada s employment insurance no longer serves the broader and shifting workforce as more people take up gig work or part-time jobs.
The article reports on a specific organization's findings without taking a partisan stance, focusing on policy efficacy.
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