The labor shortage represents significant financial losses
We can't afford to wait after the CAQ
For years, François Legault and the CAQ have denied the existence of the labor shortage and ignored the significant economic impacts on Quebec businesses. After three years now, it is clear that the CAQ's neglect has worsened the situation in all regions. This situation is unacceptable for entrepreneurs who experience daily loss of income and for Quebecers who see their favorite businesses close due to lack of staff.
The data presented by the Manufacturiers exportation du Québec (MEQ) shows us, once again, the devastating economic impact of the labor shortage in Quebec, particularly in the regions. According to the study conducted by MEQ, the losses for businesses reach up to $18 billion over two years across Quebec. This represents 2% of annual GDP.
While François Legault's only solution was to ask companies to increase their wages, the study presented today shows us that, on its own, increasing wages cannot be enough to meet labor needs. companies.
The manufacturing sector is an economic engine in several regions of Quebec, employs more than 473,000 people and represents 13.5% of GDP. We must listen to the solutions that come from local economic players, it is the economic development of our regions that is at stake!
The current situation is critical for dozens of entrepreneurs who wonder every day which contract they will not be able to fulfill, or which opportunity will they have to miss. The false solutions of François Legault can no longer hide years of waiting on his part in the file of the shortage of manpower. We cannot claim to be the party of the economy and have such a sad record on our hands. These $ 18 billion lost are proof that Mr. Legault has never been up to the situation for Quebec businesses.
– Dominique Anglade, Leader of the Official Opposition
By declaring that we no longer had the choice to live with the labor shortage, Jean Boulet abdicated his responsibilities and announced to us at the same time the economic decline of Quebec. This solution will never be that of the Quebec Liberal Party, which will always seek to develop our regions and establish a solid industrial fabric in all regions of Quebec.
– Monsef Derraji, Official Opposition Critic for Economy, Labor and Employment
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