WorkShoppers Online

Labour Market Information

WorkShoppers Online blog was created in January 2005.  After more than 1,000 pages, we decided to start a new blog and keep this one for its 'archives'.  Come and visit us now at:  http://workprospects.typepad.com in the name of COMPASS ~ Setting Career Direction.

Retail sales growth in B.C.

Retail sales growth in B.C. was the second highest in Canada in 2006, but still way behind Alberta's oil-fuelled growth, according to Statistics Canada. Source.

Business startups soaring, study shows

Business startups have soared by 67 per cent in British Columbia's mainland southwest since 2001, according to an economic study released Thursday. Source.

Worker shortage pushes tourism industry wages higher in B.C.

B.C. tourism industry wages rose by an average of 10 per cent in the past two years -- with outdoor adventure guides topping the list with a 28-per-cent wage hike, according to the industry's human resources association. Source.

Lumber companies facing huge challenges

Coastal lumber manufacturers received a wake-up call Monday in the form of a report that tells them they face huge challenges in making the transition from high-valued old-growth forests to second-growth. Source.

$18 million to help disabled

A total of $18 million in contracts has been awarded to three organizations to help disabled workers find jobs through the new Employment Program for Persons with Disabilities, provincial Employment Minister Claude Richmond announced Monday. Source.

Jobless rate will fall to record low next year, OECD says

Canada's jobless rate will fall to a record low next year of six per cent, an international economic think-tank said Tuesday. Source.

How to choose an occupation

Career choice is one of the most important, yet difficult, decisions you'll ever have to make. You'll spend at least eight hours a day at work so it's essential you make a well-informed decision. Here are resources that can help you with your career choice.  More here.

How to dress for interviews or work

Resources That Tell You How to Dress for Job Interviews or Work

While your appearance doesn't actually have an effect on your ability to do a job, it does affect how others will perceive you can do it. Learn how to dress for job interviews or work.  More here.