High demand for skilled workers

Construction employment continues to be a significant economic driver in the Lower Mainland Southwest region, with the number of industry jobs reaching a record high in September.

According to Vancouver Regional Construction Association’s analysis of Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada, approximately 134,500 persons were working in the region in September 2008, up to 3.9 per cent over August and up 13.4 per cent year-to-date over 2007.

“This month’s construction employment numbers reflect the high level of current construction...