Which of the following best describes what has occurred in Canada's labour force since World War II?
A) The civilian labour force has decreased.
B) The number of unemployed persons has decreased.
C) The number of employed persons has decreased.
D) The labour force participation rate of women has increased.

Question

Which of the following best describes what has occurred in Canada's labour force since World War II?  
A) The civilian labour force has decreased. 
B) The number of unemployed persons has decreased. 
C) The number of employed persons has decreased. 
D) The labour force participation rate of women has increased.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since World War II, the labour force participation rate of women in Canada has significantly increased, resulting in more women being employed and contributing to the economy. According to Statistics Canada, in 1950, only 20% of women over the age of 15 were part of the labour force, while in 2020, over 60% of women aged 15 and older were employed or actively seeking employment. This increase in women's labour force participation has also led to changes in the types of jobs and industries women work in, as well as changes in policies and support systems for working mothers.

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