Regions of British Columbia
This guide will help you find the information you need to start working in British Columbia. You can use the menu buttons to move between sections of the guide.
B.C.’s economy is constantly evolving. And these changes affect the number and type of jobs available. Over the next decade, the demand for workers is expected to surpass the supply for many occupations.
Influences driving BC’s economy include:
- attracting major project investment throughout the province
- an increased focus on small business and the service sector
- a strong relationship with Japan, China, Korea and India making BC an important trade hub between Asia and North America
Several industries are expected to offer particularly strong job opportunities:
- green technology, digital media and life sciences
- traditional industries such as natural resources (expected to grow through innovation)
- service industries including health care, high-tech and retail sales
Source: Work BC
British Columbia is a large province with seven different economic regions. The majority of BC’s population lives in the Mainland/Southwest region. However, there is a demand for workers in all regions of the province. This guide discusses job opportunities in each region of BC.