Business, Building and Other Support Services
Industry Overview
The Business services group includes businesses that provide support services for the day-to-day operations of a range of enterprises, such as administrative facilities and call centres.
The Building services group includes occupations that ensure buildings are in operational order. Examples include janitorial, landscaping and carpentry services.
The Other Support services group includes businesses that provide waste and remediation services, such as garbage collection and recycling.
Key Facts
- Most of the employment in the Business, Building and Other Support Services industry occurs in the Mainland / Southwest.
- Wages for both men and women are often below the provincial average.
- Self-employment is common in this industry.
- Many businesses in this industry employ fewer than 20 people.
Hourly Earnings
Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Below are the average hourly earnings for this industry.
B.C. Average Hourly Earnings (2023)
| Men | $38.00/hr |
| Women | $32.00/hr |
| Youth | $21.00/hr |
Industry Average Hourly Earnings (2023)
| Men | $26.93/hr |
| Women | $26.43/hr |
| Youth | $21.85/hr |
Workforce
The workforce includes people who are employed or unemployed but actively looking for work. The workforce is made up of people who are 15 years of age and older and living in Canada.
Employment by Sex (2023)
BC Average (2023)
Employment by Age Group
| Age Group | Industry Average (2023) | B.C. Average (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| 15 - 24 years | 13.1% | 13.3% |
| 25 - 54 years | 58.2% | 64.8% |
| 55+ years | 28.7% | 21.9% |
Labour Market Statistics
Discover data, facts and information that have been gathered and analyzed. Learn about the characteristics of the economy and labour market in B.C.
Employment
Find out about employment types and trends by region and industry.
Latest Employment Trends
May 2025 vs. Apr 2025
Employment
% Change
Employment by Region
| Region | % Employment this Industry (2023) | % Employment All Industries (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Kootenay | 2.6% | 2.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 62.8% | 64.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 13.2% | 10.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 17.2% | 15.8% |
Labour Market Outlook
The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.
Forecasted Average Annual Employment Growth Rate
Forecasted 10-Year Industry Share of Total Employment
Top Occupations by Job Openings
Top occupations are those with stronger demand and offer higher pay compared to other occupations.
Resources
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BC Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA)https://www.bccsa.ca
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British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA)https://www.bccassn.com
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Construction Sector Council (CSC)http://www.csc-ca.org/
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North American Industry Classification Systemhttp://www.statcan.gc.ca/concepts/industry-industrie-eng.htm
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Product Stewardship – B.C. Ministry of Environmenthttp://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=BEBA70369C274C8FBA4FB42BE828A9EB
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Recycling Council of British Columbiahttps://www.rcbc.ca/
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Waste Management Association of B.C.http://www.wmabc.ca/