- Despite the persistent challenges the Black population encounters (e.g., in the labour market, with income inequality, education disparities, etc.), the Black population in Canada demonstrates resilience and a continuous upward trend in education and employment.
- In 2021-22, nearly three-quarters (72.5%) of the Black population reported having a hopeful view of the future compared to 64.1% of the total population.
- In 2023, Black business owners (22.3%) were the most likely to report a very optimistic future outlook over the next 12 month in comparison to all business owners (18.9%) operating in the private sector.1
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1 Respondents were asked if the business or organization identified as being majority owned (51% or more) by any visible minority. If so, the business or organization was asked to identify all visible minority types that made up majority ownership. Figures may not represent majority ownership by a specific visible minority.
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