Research & Strategy
Thompson Okanagan Regional Labour Market Study (2018)
The Thompson Okanagan region has one of the most severe levels of seasonality in the province, which prevents many tourism employers from being able to retain workers on a permanent basis. By 2028, it is anticipated that the region will have 12,200 job openings. The food & beverage, accommodation, and recreation and entertainment sectors will be the hardest hit.
Kootenay Regional Labour Market Studies (2018)
Compared to many areas of the province, the Kootenay region will have a higher percentage of jobs opening up due to retirements, and the region is also affected by seasonality and retention challenges, particularly in resort communities. By 2028, it is anticipated that the region will have 2,500 job openings. The food & beverage, accommodation, and recreation & entertainment sectors will be the hardest hit
Kootenay Rockies Seasonal Staffing Survey 2019
This report is intended to provide an overview of the Staffing Survey results, with a focus on identifying top responses and common themes within each question and focus area.
Kootenay Rockies Seasonal Staffing Survey 2017
This report is intended to provide an overview of the Staffing Survey results, with a focus on identifying top responses and common themes within each question and focus area.
Ergonomics Study of Dining Services Positions at the University of California May 2012
Ergonomics Study of Dining Services Positions at the University of California May 2012 This study of dining services positions includes some useful design guidelines and best practices for the food service industry. go2HR is BC’s tourism & hospitality, human resources and health & safety association driving strong workforces and safe workplaces that deliver world class… Continue reading Ergonomics Study of Dining Services Positions at the University of California May 2012
BC Resort Community Labour Market Strategic Analysis (2013)
This report is a first-ever strategic analysis of the seasonal labour markets in BC’s resort communities, identifying resort community workforce patterns, issues, and strategic opportunities related to the recruitment, retention and training of workers.
BC Tourism Labour Market Investigation Strategy (2012)
In 2011, go2HR began the process of updating and refreshing the BC Tourism Human Resource Development Task Force Action Plan After 12 months of consultation with about 1,000 industry representatives and stakeholders, background research, a thorough analysis of trends and best practices, as well as an assessment of progress to-date on the HR Action Plan, go2HR is pleased to present the 2012 Tourism Labour Market Strategy.