This section provides links to labour force statistics and reports for the B.C. labour market. Information featuring data and analysis on the labour force participation of certain population groups in the province is included.
Labour force data tells you about employment levels by sector or industry, wages and salaries for different occupations, education and training trends, as well as demographic characteristics such as age and gender.
This information can be helpful when looking for unemployment rates in your region, wages for a particular job, wage rate patterns over time, and more.
For a quick view of what is happening in the labour market in B.C. on a month by month basis, see the Labour Market Snapshot. Data on employment, unemployment and participation rates, as well as industry and regional highlights specific to B.C., are highlighted. Immigration and education and training data are also included.
BC Stats also provides comprehensive labour force statistics specific to B.C. and other regions in Canada. Its website features a range of information, including data on Labour and Income. Labour force statistics for Aboriginal people and immigrants are included, as are labour market outcomes of youth and persons with disabilities in B.C.
