Labour market information can be overwhelming and confusing. Learning what it is and how to use it can help plan your career and find employment. Settlement.org has a helpful webpage explaining the concept.
Labour market information can help you make informed decisions when you want to change jobs, upskill or reskill, or move to a new place. It can help you find out what the labour market is like for that job or that city. Below you will find Labour Market Information for every province in Canada. Use these sites to help you find your next best opportunity.
You can find further information on the Labour Market on the Government of Canada Job Bank. This site is not simply a job bank, but a resource you can use to plan your career, find out about transitional skills, and dig deeper into specific sectors.
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