If you haven’t yet explored B.C.’s labour market, you’re missing out on information that may be critical to your work future.
Labour market information helps you learn what has happened in the past and what is going on right now – so you can make informed career and education decisions.
Being informed means being able to anticipate the types of skills and qualifications you’ll need to succeed in the labour market – now and in the future.
A good way to keep up with what’s happening in today’s labour market is with monthly Labour Market Snapshots, which offer information on unemployment and employment trends for the province and sub-provincial regions.
A Guide to the B.C. Economy and Labour Market provides information on the economy, the changing industry scene and future directions of jobs and industries in B.C.
The High Opportunity Occupations in British Columbia report provides a list of occupations that are expected to offer above average opportunities for job seekers in the near future.
You can also use the COPS B.C. Unique Scenario to walk you through industry forecasts and the occupations and skill types that will be needed in the next ten years.
For more detailed information on the economy and labour market, visit the Labour Market Statistics section.
