VOICED: Canadian paper mills close their doors as newspapers fold

The video discusses the closure of a major paper mill in Canada's Northwest, highlighting the economic challenges and structural decline in the industry. It explores the impact on local communities, where standard of living has declined, and how individuals like Tom are retraining for new careers to adapt to these changes. The video also notes the increased enrollment at local colleges as people seek new opportunities.

What is one of the main reasons for the closure of the paper mill in Canada's Northwest?

• Increased demand for newsprint

• High operational costs

• Decline in newsprint demand

• Government regulations

What are the two main factors contributing to the mill closures?

• Increased competition and high taxes

• Technological advancements and environmental concerns

• Government policies and labor strikes

• Recession and structural market decline

How has the change in information consumption affected the paper mill industry?

• Increased demand for printed newspapers

• No significant impact

• Reduced demand for printed newspapers

• Increased demand for digital content

What career is Tom retraining for after being laid off from the mill?

• Engineering

• Information Technology

• Nursing

• Teaching

What trend is observed at the local college following the mill closures?

• Decrease in enrollment

• Stable enrollment

• Closure of the college

• Increase in enrollment