Canada boasts the 9th largest economy, pristine environmental standards, a robust legal framework, universal healthcare, world class education, and numerous ...

Canada boasts the 9th largest economy, pristine environmental standards, a robust legal framework, universal healthcare, world class education, and numerous …

  • Kalcifer@sh.itjust.works
    23·
    6 months ago

    food prices are through the roof because we’re being robbed

    Would you mind clarifying what you mean by this?

    Higher education is unaffordable to anyone without wealthy parents

    Based on what are you making this claim? The Canadian Government and the provincial governments provide loans and financial support to students, which should be able to cover all expenses for an average post secondary institution [source] [source]. Furthermore, the Canadian government provides extra support for Indigenous Peoples [source].

    • Son_of_dad@lemmy.world
      4·
      6 months ago

      You don’t get it do you. When I was college age, I could pay for my entire education with $15k. Which I thought was a lot. My child will have to take out loans for like x10 that amount and it will destroy her future before it even begins.

      • Kalcifer@sh.itjust.works
        23·
        6 months ago

        My child will have to take out loans for like x10 that amount and it will destroy her future before it even begins.

        It depends on where one goes — not all post secondary institutions charge the same amounts. Generally, the fancier/more reputable schools will charge the most. It is quite possible to complete undergrad in Canada for <30k CAD (not including living and transportation expenses). Also, keep in mind that inflation is innevitable — the Government of Canada targets an inflation rate of 2% per year [source].