CBC Video Case: The Big Picture
Video Clip Synopsis
The skills gap discussion has been going on for decades, even though debate on the extent of the problem also continues. The panel looks at the skills gap, and who should pay for training. The conversation includes the role of colleges and universities, the expectations of employers, and a commentary on the state of the Canadian labour market.
Questions:
1. Who should have the primary responsibility for funding training: the government, individuals, or employers? Explain and justify your answer.
2. Armine Yalnizyan, the economist on the panel in the video, raises the idea of “badging.” In what ways do you think this relatively new idea might help to solve the skills gap problem?

Link for Video Case: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/978477635510