Editorial

The population of Canada is graying.

In fact, the country is undergoing a significant demographic shift.

For the first time, there are now more Canadians age 65 and over compared to people who are under the age of 15, according to Statistics Canada.

Education is an important asset immigrants bring. It’s a ticket to success in Canada.

However, it’s a different story for a number of newcomers from the Philippines. Packing along a university diploma doesn’t guarantee anything. Entry into the professions can be a big challenge. Getting their credentials recognized isn’t easy. To survive, they work in low-tier jobs that don’t pay much.