Скачать или смотреть Saved! How Canada Protected Its Auto Workers (US Failed)

In an era of rapid industrial change, the ultimate measure of success isn't just saving factories, but truly protecting the people whose livelihoods depend on them. While the US saw auto workers in Belvidere, Illinois, fall into uncertainty and job losses after its tariff strategy failed, Canada chose a profoundly human-centric path to protect its auto workers, offering a powerful lesson in compassionate industrial policy. This video reveals Canada's 'Bridge Strategy,' a meticulously designed pathway to move workers from the old economy to the new without leaving anyone behind. We explore 'The Cushion,' extended Employment Insurance benefits that gave long-tenured workers up to 65 weeks of income stability, removing desperation and providing crucial time to plan their future. This wasn't merely unemployment; it was a strategic investment in human capital, allowing workers to retrain without immediate financial pressure.\n\nDiscover 'The Steer,' Canada's CAD$450 million retraining program that is its secret to success. Unlike generic courses, this training was tailored precisely to the needs of employers like NextStar Energy and Volkswagen, creating a direct, seamless transition for 50,000 workers into new, high-tech EV battery jobs. Imagine a 55-year-old assembly line worker becoming a battery cell technician – Canada made it happen. This holistic approach extended to the entire industrial ecosystem, with a CAD$5 billion Strategic Response Fund supporting hundreds of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adapt and pivot to new markets, ensuring the entire supply chain remained robust. Canada's approach is a masterclass in proactive, human-centric industrial policy, proving that saving factories is meaningless if you don't save the workers. How do you think governments should best support workers through industrial transitions? Share your perspectives below!\n\n#WorkerProtection #CanadaJobs #RetrainingPrograms #AutoWorkers #HumanCapital