Description: A quarter of Japan’s population includes people above the age of 65. To tackle this problem, Japan is undertaking several innovative steps. These steps will create exciting opportunities for new businesses.

Source: The Globe and Mail

Date: November 14, 2015

Text Link: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/retirement/retire-planning/how-japan-is-coping-with-a-rapidly-aging-population/article27259703/

Questions for Discussion:

1. Discuss the steps Japan is taking to tackle its aging population.
2. What are new business opportunities that these steps open for entrepreneurs?
3. Canada too has an aging population; discuss what Canada can learn from Japan?