The pension plan crisis caused by the aging of the population is affecting all western countries, with Quebec especially hard hit by this phenomenon. The long-term financing of the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) is a cause of concern, and experts say changes are needed to ensure its viability. As in the past, a new rise in contributions is being suggested to balance the program’s reserve. Other countries have had to reform their public pension systems in recent decades. One of them – Chile – has stood out because of its success and has inspired about 30 other governments. Can Quebec also learn something from their experience?

The effects of the increase in the minimum wage.

Publication of an Economic Note on labour regulations in the construction industry.

Publication of an Economic Note on labour regulations in the construction industry.

Quebec construction workers suffer from one sizable obstacle in comparison to their colleagues in the other provinces: a lack of flexibility that originates in the legislation governing the construction industry. Without this obstacle, Quebec construction workers could raise their productivity, enabling the government and Quebec taxpayers to save on the costs of building various facilities, especially infra structure.

The construction industry and its regulations.

Work less, save the planet.

The privileges of public-sector employees.

The reforms carried out in Sweden.

Public-sector negotiations.