A number of occupations in Canada have associations that license people working in the field,and only those in good standing with their associations may use the occupational title and perform work in that field.What term best describes the effect of these licensing practices?
A) job-restrictive associations
B) occupational havens
C) labour-market shelters
D) limited-access shelters

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These licensing practices create "labour-market shelters" by restricting access to certain jobs to only those who are licensed by the relevant associations, thus sheltering the market for those jobs from outside competition.

A Number of Occupations in Canada Have Associations That License