Demographic data tells you about the current size and makeup of the general population and provides estimates for the future. It can include information on gender, age, income, education, occupation, family size and more.
Knowing the population structure, migration patterns and trends in social assistance support aids research and planning. Such information gives researchers, employers and job seekers a better understanding of changes and developments in the labour market.
Decision-makers and others interested in B.C.’s future population profile can glean insight from population projections. With specific focus on new labour market entrants, the P.E.O.P.L.E. report provides long-term population projections for B.C. and its 15 College Regions.
For complete population projections and other demographic information, see the Population and Demographics section of the BC Stats website. Here you’ll find data relating to population estimates and projections, migration and immigration, and information on the number of B.C. households.
The BC Stats Social Statistics section provides links to Income Assistance and Employment Insurance data. Socio-economic profiles and indices, Aboriginal profiles, education data, as well as other social statistics are also featured.
