Amidst Canada’s economic strife, the Trudeau government’s move to funnel funds for crafting a “gender-inclusive environment” for youth in Iraq has everyone scratching their heads. Seriously, in the throes of their own financial chaos, why divert resources abroad? It’s a hot topic stirring a whole pot of confusion and ire. Why are they dabbling in what many label as a “woke cause” halfway across the globe when Canada’s got its own mess to clean up? Shouldn’t the priority be sorting out local economic woes before doling out cash for initiatives miles away?
Picture this: Canada’s grappling with economic struggles of its own, yet it decides to chuck nearly $10 million toward Iraq. What’s the deal? Apparently, it’s all about nurturing a “woke agenda.” While wallets tighten back home, this announcement ruffled feathers by earmarking hefty sums for youth employment in a land far, far away. Quite the head-scratcher, don’t you think? According to the International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen, $10 million will be sent to support youth employment initiatives in Iraq.
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Hussen explained that the Middle East and North Africa are key areas of focus for Canada’s foreign policy. The strategy for the Middle East focuses on stability, resilience, and economic development, he said.
“This is a long-term play, because investment in the stability and economic resilience of countries like Iraq and the Middle East is in Canada’s national interest,” said Hussen.
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Over the upcoming five years, a total of $9.9 million is set to bolster vocational and technical education programs. This initiative, led by the World University Service of Canada and Canadian Leaders in International Consulting, operates out of Ottawa but concentrates on global endeavors.
Dubbed the Training and Workplace Advancement Solutions for Opportunities in the Labour Force (TAWASOL) project, detailed in the World University Service of Canada’s announcement, its goal is to annually empower more than 20,000 Iraqi students by offering improved training and job prospects.
“The TAWASOL project is a five-year initiative (2023-2028) that seeks to create a more enabling and gender inclusive environment for youth employment to flourish in Iraq,” reads the statement.
Since 2016, the federal government has dedicated $4.7 billion to its Middle East strategy, aiming not only to combat extremism but also to devise plans for post-conflict reconstruction, as highlighted by Hussen.\
This declaration arrives amidst a cost of living crisis in Canada, especially affecting young individuals seeking their initial homes. Statistics Canada reveals that in May, youth unemployment surged to 10.7%, more than twice the overall unemployment rate of 5.2%.
Roman Baber, previously an Ontario parliamentarian and now a Conservative candidate at the federal level, voiced his dissatisfaction with the announcement on X.
“Canada is sending $10 million to help youth unemployment in Iraq? How about unemployment and homelessness in Canada!?”
Cody Morgan, columnist and show host at Western Standard, raised similar concerns.
“Good thing there aren’t any economically challenged youth back in Trudeau’s Canada,” he said sarcastically.
Trudeau’s recent action has sparked outrage among Canadians. Many are convinced that the so-called Youth employment initiatives in Iraq are nothing but a facade, actually lining corrupt officials’ Swiss bank accounts. The government pitches it as aid for struggling youth, but skeptics question if a single kid will truly benefit from this. There’s a widespread belief that a significant portion of these funds will loop back to the Trudeau foundation or other affiliated charities. Utilizing a web of NGOs, the money is expected to make a swift return into their hands, dodging the intended purpose altogether.
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The Canadian populace finds itself in the midst of profound struggles, notably the youth facing economic instability and an uncertain future. Moreover, while the nation battles queues at food banks and economic uncertainties, the focus lingers on channeling funds overseas, brushing off the pressing issues within Canadian borders. It’s a disheartening truth. As Canadians endure hardships, the lack of attention to domestic challenges only fuels frustration. In a time when the economy teeters on the brink, and citizens face daunting uncertainties, the disconnection between priorities and people’s needs is more glaring than ever. The Canadian youth deserve better than being left to pick up the tab for misplaced governmental actions and overseas endeavors.
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