Labour Market Outlook predicts bright future

Labour Market Outlook predicts bright future

WorkBC has published the 2022 BC Labour Market Outlook, which provides a 10-year forecast of the flow of supply and demand for labour in the province, covering the period 2022 to 2032. The report forecasts job openings across 64 industries and 500 occupations. It...
Workforce Housing Strategy Workshops point to infrastructure deficit as a major barrier to development

Public and business input sought on workforce housing in Cowichan

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) invites employers, workers, developers, public service providers, and others to a series of virtual workshops to identify issues and opportunities for workforce housing in Cowichan. The CVRD is developing a Workforce...
Living wage increases in Cowichan and across BC

Living wage increases in Cowichan and across BC

Social Planning Cowichan recently released the results of their living wage calculation for 2022. Cowichan’s living wage has increased 21% from last year’s rate of $19.13 per hour to $23.53 per hour. The living wage increased in all areas of BC where it has been...
Access global talent through Canada’s immigration programs

Access global talent through Canada’s immigration programs

Foreign workers are a key component of Canada’s labour force, and they could be the right fit for your business. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is hosting a series of virtual sessions in June to help businesses in Western Canada learn about...