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Obtaining post-secondary education in Canada has become a crucial element for a successful transition into the labour market. Among many benefits of obtaining post-secondary education are lower rates of unemployment, lower rates of long term unemployment, more job stability and higher earnings. On the societal level, workers with post-secondary education credentials exhibit higher productivity, less dependence on social assistance and higher civic engagement. The decision to pursue post-secondary education is an individual choice based on a variety of factors. Two important factors that may influence this choice are parental involvement in students' schooling and the preparation about future careers received from counselling. These elements combine to help students determine the appropriate type of post-secondary education needed for their career choice.