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Why bolstering post-secondary education for former youth in care is a wise investment
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
When youth age out of care… they are expected to navigate adulthood with no family network, limited life skills and inadequate financial supports. The result is a predictable cycle of poverty, homelessness and criminalization. The cost of this approach is staggering… In Ontario, every dollar invested in extended care from ages 21 to 25 could yield $1.36 million in savings or earnings over a lifetime through improved educational attainment, reduced reliance on social benefits, lower rates of criminal justice involvement and increased contributions through taxes.
Tags: crime prevention, Education, participation, poverty, youth
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