From Baby Boom to Labour Crunch: Quebec’s Impending Labour Shortage

If current trends continue, Quebec will face a shortfall of 363,000 workers by 2030. There is no simple solution to Quebec’s impending labour shortfall. In terms of inputs into production, the province is already operating near full capacity, and the anticipated labour crunch will negate any productivity gains that have been achieved thus far. Quebec must act now if it is to meet the challenge. This report looks at Quebec’s anticipated labour shortage through to 2030, and provides recommended strategies for overcoming deteriorating labour force and productivity growth.