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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Women are now the breadwinners in one in four couples
Are you the female breadwinner in your household? Tell us your views: money@ Women are now the breadwinner in one out of four relationships, The Telegraph can reveal. Analysis shows that the proportion of wives earning more than their husbands has risen from 20pc to 25pc over the past decade. The data shows an increasing shift in traditional earning dynamics between couples in which the man has a higher salary. It comes as the gender pay gap sits at a record low of 13.1pc, as of April 2024, down from 14.2pc the previous year. Dr Eliza Filby, historian and author on generational changes in society, said: 'Women are out-earning and out-educating men in their 20s, and so it's no surprise that they are increasingly the breadwinner. We are also seeing the decline of working-class men's wages.' She highlighted how the financial dynamics of relationships have changed from the days of one parent staying at home looking after the children, as this is no longer a viable option. She said: 'We are seeing the rise of prioritising financial compatibility in relationships. For Gen Z, this is increasingly important. This generation grew up with increasing divorce, increasing dual incomes and rising costs with respect to housing, childcare and living. You cannot live on one income alone.' There are certain professions in which women typically earn more than men, such as physiotherapy, gardening and counselling, according to the Official For National Statistics (ONS). But the biggest earner for women is working as an energy plant operative, overseeing the generation and distribution of electricity, where you can get paid 25pc more than a male counterpart. Female social and humanities scientists may often be the breadwinner, as they tend to earn 21pc more than men, according to the ONS. On the other end of the spectrum is the world of finance, where men still earn 28pc more as managers and directors. Female civil servants in the Ministry of Defence (MoD) earn on average 91pc of what men earn. Women are a minority in the MoD, and few top earners are female. The rise of women bringing in the main income could be because young women earn better salaries than young men. Earlier this year, it was revealed that 16- to 24-year-old women earn £2,200 more than men on average. This is a drastic reversal from two years earlier, when the average young man earned £1,000 per year more than women, according to the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ). The CSJ said the shift was the result of a 'crisis' for boys and young men that is seeing them fall behind in education and the workforce. In the first three months of this year, the unemployment rate for men was 4.4pc, while it was 4.1pc for women, data company Statista has found. Last year, Mel Stride, the former works and pensions secretary, blamed porn and video games for the increase in jobless men. Women are still more likely to go to university than men, data from the Government shows. The UCAS acceptance rate for 18-year-olds is 41pc for women, compared with 30pc for men. Women also make up a greater proportion of the students at Russell Group universities, 24 of the UK's leading institutions. Nearly 64pc of King's College London students are women, according to the Higher Education Statistics Agency. Since 2017, any company with 250 or more employees on a specific date each year must report their gender pay gap data. The gender pay gap gradually increases with age, rising from 9.7pc for 30- to 39-year-olds to 18.9pc for 50- to 59-year-olds. Dr Filby said: 'We are seeing a trend of see-saw marriages, in which the majority earner switches between the man and the woman because of promotions and pay rises, but also inheritance.' PwC has previously highlighted a 'motherhood penalty' which widens the gender pay gap after women take time off for work during pregnancy. James Neave, of hiring platform Adzuna, said: 'It's fantastic to see more women stepping into the role of primary earner in a relationship, as this suggests we are making good strides towards achieving pay parity. 'In recent years, many forward-thinking employers have taken steps to help close their gender pay gaps, including implementing flexible working and offering female-centric work perks, such as childcare support and enhanced maternity and paternity leave – all of which help level the playing field.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Feds announce up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs as youth struggle to find work
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu announced Friday afternoon the federal government is creating up to 6,000 more spots in the Canada Summer Jobs program for young people — a move that comes as many struggle to find work. "This is late breaking news, but I think super important to be able to help with the sort of urgency this summer," Hajdu said in an interview with CBC's The House airing Saturday morning. According to a news release, the federal government is reallocating $25 million from Employment and Social Development Canada to create the extra 6,000 jobs. The release also said CSJ was "on track" to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer. The unemployment rate for people between 15 and 24 years old has steadily ticked upward, according to Statistics Canada. In January 2023, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in this age group was 10 per cent. In May 2025, it was 14.2 per cent. Mel Purchase, a 19-year-old from Alliston, Ont., said she's been driving around submitting her resumé to temp agencies "and just hope for the best, and hope they can figure something out to help me." Purchase said her ideal job would be working in a factory to build toward her dream career in welding, but "every single person is looking for work." She told The House she's trying to stay positive, but "it's a little bit stressful trying to figure everything out and trying to plan, especially because of just how expensive everything is and once again, the entire hiring crisis." "It sucks. Just trying over and over and over again to get a job or just any sort of income is very hard," Purchase said. Hajdu said the government is looking to build projects across Canada quickly, which requires more tradespeople. Because of that, it will be "heavily investing" in opportunities for young people to improve their skills if they're interested in going into the trades. Canada Summer Jobs provides wage subsidies to support employers in creating summer work experiences for those between the ages of 15 and 30 years old. Riley Locke, a 25-year-old graduate student at Toronto Metropolitan University, told The House he needed to complete a summer internship between the first and second year of his master's in urban planning, but the experience was "frustrating." Locke, who submitted hundreds of applications since January, spoke with host Catherine Cullen a week before he finally landed a job. In a follow-up interview, he said he's relieved but "it's hard not to feel like it's pretty much just luck of the draw." "I had my fair share of really stressful days where I had received a rejection email," Locke said. Ilona Dougherty, co-creator of the Youth & Innovation Project at the University of Waterloo, said Purchase and Locke's experiences of sending out countless resumés with no luck is exactly what she's been hearing for well over a year. "Unfortunately, young people are the canary in the coal mine," Dougherty said. She added there's currently an "incredibly complex economic situation" on top of other challenging factors like increasing use of AI and a large number of temporary foreign workers. Locke said the job application process can sometimes feel demeaning and dehumanizing because some companies use AI to sort through applications. He added it becomes a "guessing game" to figure out "whether I need to be writing for a human or writing for a robot." Dougherty said Canada needs to "fundamentally rethink what entry-level jobs are going to look like for young people" if it wants a workforce that is not economically disengaged in five to 10 years. "AI is a train barrelling down the tracks, but we're certainly not going to stop it. We need to make sure young people are prepared," Doughty said. She also referenced a New York Times guest essay from a LinkedIn executive who wrote that AI is breaking the "bottom rung of the career ladder." In late May, Conservative MP Jamil Jivani launched a petition to end the temporary foreign worker program and cited youth unemployment as one reason why. Dougherty said the situation is "a lot more complex than [Jivani] presents it to be," but she added there is evidence that wages depress when companies rely on temporary foreign workers rather than paying a young Canadian. "It's not just about stopping immigration of all kinds and this will magically fix the problem. But certainly we have to make sure that companies are paying proper wages for those entry-level roles. That's absolutely critical," she said. "We need to really take this seriously and invest in young people.… It's up to the adults. This is not the young peoples' fault, and we need to fix the problem."
Cision Canada
06-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Government of Canada creating thousands more job opportunities for youth this summer
THUNDER BAY, ON, June 6, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is creating up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities to help build a strong Canadian economy and secure good jobs for youth. CSJ provides a first job experience for Canadian youth that can help shape their future education, training, and career choices. While CSJ was on track to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, today announced up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs opportunities. This will unlock new opportunities for Canadian youth and help our country build the strongest economy in the G7. The Minister made the announcement during a visit to Wataynikaneyap Power's head office on Fort William First Nation in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Wataynikaneyap Power is leading the Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project, which is a partnership of 24 First Nations working together to connect 17 remote communities currently powered by diesel. The organization has already hired an electrical engineering technologist thanks to funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program. The 2025 Canada Summer Jobs hiring period is well underway in communities across Canada. From now until July 21, 2025, young job seekers between the ages of 15 and 30 can find local job opportunities on the Job Bank website and mobile app. Youth can apply for summer jobs in fields that interest them, such as the recreation sector, the food industry and marketing and tourism. Jobs are also available in a variety of high-demand and growing fields, including housing construction and environmental protection. Quotes We've added up to 6,000 more summer jobs this year – bringing the total to 76,000 across the country. The Canada Summer Jobs program helps young people get meaningful, paid work experience that builds skills, confidence, and connections. It also gives small businesses and not-for-profit organizations the staff they need to grow and serve their communities through the busy summer months. This is a smart investment in our economy and in the next generation of leaders – because when young people get a strong start, all of Canada benefits." – The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario "The Government is taking action to support more young people through the Canada Summer Jobs program. A good summer job not only provides valuable work experience, but also helps to build confidence and self-esteem. I invite all young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 to go to Job Bank and look for Canada Summer Jobs opportunities in their community." – The Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State for Children and Youth "Wataynikaneyap Power is majority-owned by 24 First Nations, with a goal of 100% ownership in 25 years; a goal which is supported by the partner, Fortis Inc. Capacity-building, including employment and workforce development, is part of this vision. There is a huge need to recruit and retain professionals and create a stronger workforce in many sectors. A strong commitment will be needed to achieve this. We appreciate the Canada Summer Jobs program funding that has assisted Wataynikaneyap Power in hiring five students since 2022. Our Peoples' vision is to create hope and opportunities for our youth while following Wataynikaneyap Power's Guiding Principles." – Margaret Kenequanash, CEO, Wataynikaneyap Power Quick facts Since 2019, Canada Summer Jobs has supported employers by funding more than 460,000 job opportunities for youth, and in 2024, the program surpassed its 70,000 jobs target, with 71,200 jobs supported. Canada Summer Jobs is delivered through the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) and is part of a wide variety of programs offered by the Government of Canada to help youth gain the skills, education and work experience they need to successfully transition into the workforce. In Budget 2024, the Government committed to help youth in Canada through a $351.2 million investment to support 90,000 youth work experiences and employment support opportunities in 2025-26. These investments included: $200.5 million in 2025–26 for Canada Summer Jobs, to provide well-paying summer job opportunities, including in sectors facing critical labour shortages, such as housing construction; and $150.7 million in 2025–26 for the YESS Program, to provide job placements and employment supports to youth in a variety of sectors, such as STEM, housing and digital technology. Today's announcement of additional job opportunities is the result of an additional $25 million reallocation of funding from within ESDC in response to youth employment needs. An independent audit of Canada Summer Jobs by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada found that youth who participate in the program benefit from better long-term earnings than non-participants. In a survey of Canada Summer Jobs youth participants for 2024, 92% of respondents reported having gained confidence in multiple skills needed for future employment. Additionally, 85% of respondents indicated that they were optimistic about their future employment prospects. Backgrounder: Canada Summer Jobs 2025 Associated links Canada Summer Jobs Job Bank (Young Canadians) Follow us on X (Twitter) SOURCE Employment and Social Development Canada
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Government of Canada creating thousands more job opportunities for youth this summer
THUNDER BAY, ON, June 6, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is creating up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities to help build a strong Canadian economy and secure good jobs for youth. CSJ provides a first job experience for Canadian youth that can help shape their future education, training, and career choices. While CSJ was on track to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, today announced up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs opportunities. This will unlock new opportunities for Canadian youth and help our country build the strongest economy in the G7. The Minister made the announcement during a visit to Wataynikaneyap Power's head office on Fort William First Nation in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Wataynikaneyap Power is leading the Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project, which is a partnership of 24 First Nations working together to connect 17 remote communities currently powered by diesel. The organization has already hired an electrical engineering technologist thanks to funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program. The 2025 Canada Summer Jobs hiring period is well underway in communities across Canada. From now until July 21, 2025, young job seekers between the ages of 15 and 30 can find local job opportunities on the Job Bank website and mobile app. Youth can apply for summer jobs in fields that interest them, such as the recreation sector, the food industry and marketing and tourism. Jobs are also available in a variety of high-demand and growing fields, including housing construction and environmental protection. QuotesWe've added up to 6,000 more summer jobs this year – bringing the total to 76,000 across the country. The Canada Summer Jobs program helps young people get meaningful, paid work experience that builds skills, confidence, and connections. It also gives small businesses and not-for-profit organizations the staff they need to grow and serve their communities through the busy summer months. This is a smart investment in our economy and in the next generation of leaders – because when young people get a strong start, all of Canada benefits."– The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario "The Government is taking action to support more young people through the Canada Summer Jobs program. A good summer job not only provides valuable work experience, but also helps to build confidence and self-esteem. I invite all young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 to go to Job Bank and look for Canada Summer Jobs opportunities in their community."– The Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State for Children and Youth "Wataynikaneyap Power is majority-owned by 24 First Nations, with a goal of 100% ownership in 25 years; a goal which is supported by the partner, Fortis Inc. Capacity-building, including employment and workforce development, is part of this vision. There is a huge need to recruit and retain professionals and create a stronger workforce in many sectors. A strong commitment will be needed to achieve this. We appreciate the Canada Summer Jobs program funding that has assisted Wataynikaneyap Power in hiring five students since 2022. Our Peoples' vision is to create hope and opportunities for our youth while following Wataynikaneyap Power's Guiding Principles."– Margaret Kenequanash, CEO, Wataynikaneyap Power Quick facts Since 2019, Canada Summer Jobs has supported employers by funding more than 460,000 job opportunities for youth, and in 2024, the program surpassed its 70,000 jobs target, with 71,200 jobs supported. Canada Summer Jobs is delivered through the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) and is part of a wide variety of programs offered by the Government of Canada to help youth gain the skills, education and work experience they need to successfully transition into the workforce. In Budget 2024, the Government committed to help youth in Canada through a $351.2 million investment to support 90,000 youth work experiences and employment support opportunities in 2025-26. These investments included: Today's announcement of additional job opportunities is the result of an additional $25 million reallocation of funding from within ESDC in response to youth employment needs. An independent audit of Canada Summer Jobs by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada found that youth who participate in the program benefit from better long-term earnings than non-participants. In a survey of Canada Summer Jobs youth participants for 2024, 92% of respondents reported having gained confidence in multiple skills needed for future employment. Additionally, 85% of respondents indicated that they were optimistic about their future employment prospects. 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Global News
23-05-2025
- Business
- Global News
Federal summer jobs site set for 50% jump in users as postings stay steady
New data from the federal government shows demand for jobs is on the rise, with the number of users and views on the Canada Summer Jobs portal up roughly 50 per cent compared with last year. At the same time, the number of jobs available on that portal has not kept pace with the rising number of potential applicants amid what some experts are calling a 'brutal' summer job market. Following a report from Global News on Thursday on the challenges facing young Canadian workers trying to find summer jobs, the Ministry of Employment and Social Development Canada sent a statement to Global News that includes data on the traffic on its Canada Summer Jobs portal. 3:25 Carney's cabinet begins job of delivering on his economic promises According to the data, the portal has seen more than 340,000 visits so far this year, with nearly 200,000 Canadians registering as new users, which the ministry says is on track for a full-year increase in visits of 47 per cent and a 50 per cent jump in user registrations compared with 2024. Story continues below advertisement Despite the large spike in new website visitors and users, the number of jobs posted so far this year has not changed much, if at all, compared with previous years. The report shows that so far in 2025, nearly 52,000 jobs were posted on the CSJ portal, compared with roughly 59,000 in total last year. This may indicate that there are far more potential applicants than there are jobs available for seasonal summer work. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy At the same time, the report shows there are still more than 80,000 job vacancies, or unfilled positions. This discrepancy between those looking for work and positions still available may raise eyebrows, and the reasons behind it may be complex. 'Economists will sort of always tell us … OK, these are the regions and the sectors where there's higher vacancies, ergo, that's where young people should go,' public policy expert Vass Bednar said. 'And what that discounts is this challenge, this real core challenge for young people in gaining that relevant work experience, right, they want to start their careers or continue their careers. 'And unless we are also going to be flexible as employers by saying, 'Hey, I recognize that work you did as a bank teller, as a store clerk, at a restaurant as having value in this other sector that looks or feels somewhat distinct and different,' then I think it's, again, almost unfair to tell young people, 'Take what you can get and work from there.'' Story continues below advertisement What summer jobs are highest in demand? The ministry says the summer job occupation with the highest number of applications received so far is administrative assistant with more than 31,000 applications. Construction trade helper was the second most popular with more than 19,000 applications, followed by food service supervisors at close to 12,000 and home support workers at nearly 11,000. Other summer jobs that were popular among users registered for the CSJ program include food counter attendants, accounting technicians and bookkeepers, administrative officers, cooks and home child-care providers. 6:03 Canada Post Strike Averted, but Overtime Ban Begins What is the government doing to help? Employment and Social Development Canada also says in the statement that the CSJ program will provide 70,000 summer job opportunities this year for young people aged 15 to 30, with an emphasis on those who are underrepresented in the labour market. Story continues below advertisement In addition to the CSJ program aimed more at seasonal positions, the government of Canada says it offers an array of programming intended to support youth workers throughout the year. These programs include the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, Student Work Placement, Supports for Student Learning and Canada Service Corps. In the 2024 budget, the government of Canada announced plans to allocate over $350 million specifically for the CSJ and YESS programs in 2025 and 2026. 'I'm hoping and thinking we might see more of a focus on supports for young people, more incentives for companies to employ young people either on a part-time, summer or initial basis,' Bednar says. 'Because frankly, we do need more places to take risks on and invest in the future of the labour force.'
