Paul Kershaw

Join UBC policy professor Paul Kershaw, also the founder of Generation Squeeze, as he tackles the pressing financial struggles faced by millennials and Gen Z. He highlights the surprising shift of young voters leaning Conservative and argues that political priorities have long favored boomers. Kershaw emphasizes the urgent need for generational fairness, particularly in housing affordability and financial security. He also calls for a rethinking of policies to ensure a sustainable future, tackling issues like climate change with intergenerational accountability.

In this discussion, Paul Kershaw, a policy professor at UBC and founder of Generation Squeeze, sheds light on the financial struggles faced by Canadian youth. He explores the stark contrast between spending priorities for older generations versus the limited support for young adults. Paul discusses the growing burden of intergenerational wealth distribution, the challenges of housing, and the political implications of lower youth voter turnout. Ultimately, he calls for bold reforms to ensure a fairer future for the younger population.