Samar Ismail is an occasional teacher in Ontario. With a background in journalism, she continues to freelance as a writer, editor and researcher.
Lindsay Purchase has a background in journalism, having worked previously as a digital editor and reporter. Lindsay is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Global Studies program and Toronto Metropolitan University's Food Security certificate program.
Originally published in 2019. Updated in February 2026 by Samar Ismali. Workers are remaining in the labour force longer today, either by choice or due to necessity. Some workers are...
