Recent data from Stats Canada reveals a dramatic drop in day-to-day social interactions among Canadians, from nearly half seeing friends daily in 1986 to less than one in five by 2022. This isn't just a story of individuals feeling left out; it's an unfolding societal crisis with deep roots in our economic and cultural systems. Increased time pressure, rising anxiety, and shrinking opportunities for meaningful connection are fueling a loneliness epidemic across the country.