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Is a pension hike fair to struggling young Canadians?

Is a pension hike fair to struggling young Canadians?

Update: 2024-10-04
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The Bloc Québécois demand for a pension hike has sparked debate about generational fairness. While many seniors believe the increase is overdue, younger Canadians say they’re also struggling, and things that their parents took for granted — like affordable housing — are no longer within reach.

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Is a pension hike fair to struggling young Canadians?

Is a pension hike fair to struggling young Canadians?