Projects & Strategy
The Canterbury Employment and Skills Board in conjunction with the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority and the Canterbury Development Corporation will develop a 10 year strategic labour market and skills plan that will ensure the Christchurch economy can grow and prosper.
Links & Resources
Through our partner organisations we have access to a large number of resources for employers, job seekers and those looking for training opportunities. We have collated a number of these resources for quick reference below.
Labour Market Information
308,400
People employed in Canterbury
5.5%
Unemployment rate
66.7%
Labour Force Participation
17.3%
Workforce Degree Holders
57.2%
High Quality Jobs



