Canada Just Had Its WORST Ranking Ever… Here’s Why

Canada used to be one of the happiest countries in the world. Not anymore.According to the 2026 World Happiness Report, Canada just recorded its worst ranking ever, falling to 25th globally. But the real shock? Young Canadians under 25 now rank 71st in life satisfaction, one of the steepest declines anywhere on Earth.So what happened?In this episode of Tap the Maple, Bakes breaks down the real reasons behind Canada’s happiness collapse, from housing affordability and rising costs of living to declining trust in institutions, economic pressure, and a generation that feels completely locked out of the future.We’ve talked about the grocery crisis, job losses, housing affordability, and the shrinking middle class, but this episode connects it all. This is the human cost.While 90% of the world is getting happier, Canadians, especially young people, are going the other direction. And it’s not by accident.If you’ve been feeling like something is off in Canada… you’re not alone.