CASA | ACAE

🚨This report produced by @CASAACAE based on a survey done by my colleague @OksanaKishchuk is worth a read. It offers a candid and often sobering snapshot of life as a post-secondary student in 2024. What it reveals is a generation under pressure—financially, mentally, and emotionally—doing its best to persevere through one of the most expensive and uncertain eras in Canadian higher education. We spoke with thousands of students across the country to understand how they’re coping with rising costs, what supports they need, and what their futures might look like. The data is clear: ✅40% of students are skipping meals due to cost. ✅Nearly one in five are using food banks. ✅Over a third expect to graduate with more than $20,000 in debt. ✅And mental health concerns—especially among marginalized groups—are growing. Yet amidst the struggle, there’s remarkable resilience. ✅Two-thirds are working while studying. ✅Many are optimistic about finding work in their field after graduation. This report is both a wake-up call and a reminder: students are not just recipients of education—they are workers, caregivers, and future leaders. They deserve policy that recognizes their reality​. assets.nationbuilder.com/cas…