Business & Employment

With so many places to seek work our Business & Employment pages try to narrow down the resources and find those which best match your skills and experience.

The employment market is always competitive so be sure to read through some of our tips for maximizing your chances.

If you are moving from another country or province you should research wages, industry sectors and other factors that will dictate whether or not working in BC is right for you. Statistics Canada provides a wealth of information – did you know the average hourly wage within BC for persons aged 25-54yr was $24.50 in Dec 2009?

When you do get lucky with a job offer, be aware of what an employee can expect from their employer by reading our rights and benefits page. This will help you to negotiate a great employment contract right from the start.

Careful consideration should be given to transferring existing education and qualifications from the UK or other provinces to British Columbia. Many skilled jobs require that you complete education and certification in BC so it is something to understand before moving. Not everyone wants to go back to school!

Additionally there’s the option of starting up your own business, perhaps something you have done before or a completely new venture. Again, research is the key to success so we hope our page will provide some guidance and point you in the right direction.

After all is said and done, no matter what your source of income, you will inevitably have to file a tax return. We have included an overview of income tax in Canada. There are great links to experts who will help you take advantage of tax incentives and savings as well as answering your detailed tax queries.