Rapidly rising in popularity over the past several years, artificial intelligence tools have been shown to boost productivity in workplaces. But AI technology could be having negative implications on future talent—those still young enough to be developing their own personal skillset, separate from dependency on external tools. Nearly half of teachers in Canada believe that […]
Fraser Institute
Can the Rise of AI Tech Truly Tackle Our Labour and Productivity Concerns?
As British Columbia faces labour-related challenges, a new report from Vancouver’s Fraser Institute finds that artificial intelligence may carry the potential to address critical concerns. The June 2025 report, titled “Can AI Mitigate Our Labour Force Problems?” identifies four main issues: a declining labor force participation rate, shortages in specific skills, low productivity growth impacting […]
High Tax Rates, Housing Costs Make B.C. Less Attractive For Tech Industry
The Fraser Institute has got some advice for governments across British Columbia. According to Steven Globerman, a Senior Fellow at the Vancouver-based think tank, if British Columbia wants to attract more tech companies and encourage entrepreneurship, they must implement significant policy changes to make the province more attractive to entrepreneurs and high-skilled workers. “The vision of […]