What Does Canada’s Low Fertility Rate Mean?

The Canadian fertility rate has been in decline for decades, sitting at only in 2019, according to Statistics Canada. Now, due to the pandemic, it’s shifted lower. Will it bounce back once the pandemic ends, and even if it does, what does fewer babies born in the country mean for the economy and society? Then, has the province adequately addressed the challenges faced by people living with disabilities? Two advocates discuss the important issues they’ve faced over the past two years.