Nine out of 10 Canadians are interested in a four-day work week, according to a recent survey, making it their most desirable benefit ahead of health care, flexible scheduling and additional vacation days.

To be clear, a four-day work week in this context does not refer to a condensed five-day schedule, but rather the 100-80-100 model, where employees work 80% of the time while maintaining 100% of their productivity and pay. This means Canada, which already struggles with productivity levels, won't see a dip if it switches to this model.

Globally, the four-day work week has proven successful. 4 Day Week Global, a not-for-profit organization, has run pilot programs in six continents. It reports that 91% of companies that have tried this model chose to continue with it.

Could the four-day work week be Canada's new reality? While we can't predict the future, here are five compelling reasons why a reduced work week makes sense for the country.

1. Declining work hours over time

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