Canadians' Perceptions of Workplace Advancement Among Men and Women has found that Canadians' views on the opportunity for women's advancement vary across the country. The survey also identifies differences in perceptions among Canadians of different ages and genders. Older Canadians are much more likely to recognize workplace barriers to women's advancement, while younger Canadians are less likely to believe that these barriers exist.
Young adults go into the workforce believing that equal opportunities exist for men and women.
According to the survey results, men are less likely to recognize workplace barriers facing women. Interestingly, young men are least likely to recognize barriers to women's advancement in the workplace. Almost half of men surveyed between 18-34 years believe it is just as easy for a woman as it is for a man to advance in the workplace.