Educational Services
Industry Overview
The Educational Services industry is made up of institutions that are engaged primarily in providing instruction and training in a wide breadth of subjects. These establishments may be public or privately owned, and for-profit or non-profit.
Key Facts
- The unemployment rate in this industry is low compared to the provincial average.
- Women account for the majority of the industry’s workforce.
- Temporary work in this industry is notably higher than the provincial average.
- The majority of employees in this industry are in the public sector.
- This industry is highly unionized.
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 | $41.95/hr |
| Women | $37.44/hr |
| Youth | $24.85/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 | 8.4% | 13.3% |
| 25 - 54 years | 69.1% | 64.8% |
| 55+ years | 22.5% | 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 | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| Kootenay | 3.3% | 2.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 65.0% | 64.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 10.2% | 10.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 15.7% | 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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B.C. Ministry of Educationhttps://www.gov.bc.ca/bced
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B.C. Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skillshttp://www.gov.bc.ca/aeit/
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BC Teachers’ Federationhttp://bctf.ca/
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Confederation of University Faculty Associations of BC (CUFA/BC)http://www.cufa.bc.ca/
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Teacher Regulation Branch – B.C. Ministry of Educationhttps://teacherregulation.gov.bc.ca