When it Comes to Inequality, Remote Work is a Double-edged Sword — Especially for Women
By Carmina Ravanera, Kim de Laat and Sarah Kaplan
As pandemic restrictions have eased, many of us are still working from home. Whether in a hybrid arrangement or working remotely full-time, a lot of people prefer skipping their commute to enjoy a more relaxed working environment. Statistics Canada reports that 80 per cent of those who began working remotely during the pandemic would prefer to continue working at least half of their hours at home. The way that people perceive and experience work has changed drastically over the last two years.