Who Needs an Education Anyway?: How Anti-Intellectualism and Government Apathy Are Gutting Ontario Colleges
By Lorinda Seward, Local 351, Editor inSolidarity
Once upon a time, getting a college education was seen as a ticket to stability – a good job, a decent wage, maybe even a house (imagine!). But these days, Ontario’s college system looks more like a sinking ship, and Doug Ford’s government isn’t exactly rushing to hand out lifejackets. With colleges across the province slashing programs, laying off staff, and wringing their hands over enrollment declines, it’s fair to ask: how did we get here?
The short answer? A deadly combination of chronic underfunding, a government that doesn’t seem to value education, and the slow creep of anti-intellectualism making people question whether higher education is even worth it anymore.
Let’s unpack how Ontario’s college sector ended up on life support – because, make no mistake, the damage isn’t accidental. It’s the result of years of decisions that made it harder for people to see the value in post-secondary education, and now we’re all paying the price.
Please read the full article here: Who Needs an Education Anyway?: How Anti-Intellectualism and Government Apathy Are Gutting Ontario Colleges
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