Young graduates’ permanent full-time work remains above pre-pandemic levels
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Statistics Canada’s October 28 study finds that 69% of non-students aged 25–34 with a bachelor’s degree or higher held permanent, full-time jobs in 2025. The share was below 2022’s peak of 71%, but above the 65% average for 2017–2019. The Labour Force Survey analysis compares graduates’ work and earnings with earlier periods and other education levels.
Why it matters
The results give students and graduates historical context for employment outcomes.
Source dated October 28, 2026 · Statistics Canada ↗
Adapted from Statistics Canada, How are young Canadian university graduates faring in the recent labour market?, Labour Force Survey, including 2017–2019, 2022 and 2025, released October 28, 2026. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
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