Information, Culture and Recreation
Industry Overview
There are two sectors contained under the Information, Culture and Recreation industry: Information and Cultural Services; and Arts, Entertainment and Recreation.
Businesses and individuals working in Information and Cultural Services are involved in areas such as telephone, radio, television, film, theatre, books, magazines, newspapers and video games. Also included in this category are providers of Internet access and other services aimed at entertaining or informing people.
The Arts, Entertainment and Recreation sector includes: performing arts companies, such as theatre, dance and music groups; independent artists; museums; zoos and nature parks; casinos and lotteries; and sports-related businesses and activities, from spectator sports events and fitness centres to ski resorts, golf courses and marinas.
Key Facts
- Most of the employment in the Information, Culture and Recreation industry in B.C. occurs in the Mainland / Southwest region, which includes the Greater Vancouver area.
- Workers tend to be younger than those in other industries, and temporary employment is common.
- Wages for workers in this industry are similar to the provincial average.
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 | $36.60/hr |
| Women | $30.88/hr |
| Youth | $21.07/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 | 20.3% | 13.3% |
| 25 - 54 years | 62.1% | 64.8% |
| 55+ years | 17.6% | 21.9% |
Labour Market Statistics
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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 | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Kootenay | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 74.3% | 64.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 7.8% | 10.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 13.3% | 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 Arts Councilhttp://www.bcartscouncil.ca/
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BC Parkshttp://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/
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British Columbia Filmhttp://www.bcfilm.bc.ca/index.php
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British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA)http://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/
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Theatre BChttp://www.theatrebc.org/