Public Administration
Industry Overview
The Public Administration industry is made up of agencies that are engaged primarily in activities of a governmental nature.
Such activities include keeping public order and safety, drafting and enacting legislation, administering and collecting taxes, working in national defence, providing immigration services, and administering government programs.
Key Facts
- Around half of employment in this industry in B.C. is in the Mainland / Southwest region.
- This industry is highly unionized, with the majority of workers being members of a union.
Hourly Earnings
Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Below are the average hourly earnings for this industry.
B.C. Average Hourly Earnings (2023)
| Men | $38.00/hr |
| Women | $32.00/hr |
| Youth | $21.00/hr |
Industry Average Hourly Earnings (2023)
| Men | $45.21/hr |
| Women | $39.79/hr |
| Youth | $27.87/hr |
Workforce
The workforce includes people who are employed or unemployed but actively looking for work. The workforce is made up of people who are 15 years of age and older and living in Canada.
Employment by Sex (2023)
BC Average (2023)
Employment by Age Group
| Age Group | Industry Average (2023) | B.C. Average (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| 15 - 24 years | 4.9% | 13.3% |
| 25 - 54 years | 75.6% | 64.8% |
| 55+ years | 19.5% | 21.9% |
Labour Market Statistics
Discover data, facts and information that have been gathered and analyzed. Learn about the characteristics of the economy and labour market in B.C.
Employment
Find out about employment types and trends by region and industry.
Latest Employment Trends
Mar 2025 vs. Feb 2025
Employment
% Change
Employment by Region
| Region | % Employment this Industry (2023) | % Employment All Industries (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Kootenay | 2.3% | 2.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 53.6% | 64.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 1.4% | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 9.2% | 10.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 29.5% | 15.8% |
Labour Market Outlook
The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.
Forecasted Average Annual Employment Growth Rate
Forecasted 10-Year Industry Share of Total Employment
Top Occupations by Job Openings
Top occupations are those with stronger demand and offer higher pay compared to other occupations.
Resources
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BC Public Service Agencyhttps://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/
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British Columbia Police Associationhttp://www.bc-pa.ca/
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British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters Associationhttps://www.bcpffa.net
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Canada School of Public Servicehttp://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/
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Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forceshttp://www.forces.gc.ca/
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Government of British Columbiahttp://www.gov.bc.ca/
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Institute of Public Administration of Canadahttp://www.ipac.ca/
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North American Industry Classification Systemhttp://www.statcan.gc.ca/concepts/industry-industrie-eng.htm
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