Labour Market Information

Labour Market Information (LMI) is an essential tool, whether you are looking for a post-secondary program, searching for a job, or considering a career change. Research what is happening in the industry as a whole — is it expanding or is it in decline? What are the current trends and projections for the future? Some issues to consider are:

  • Is the industry being disrupted by technology, automation, or social media?
  • Are jobs in the industry affected by outsourcing?
  • How will these trends affect job prospects in that industry?

Find Labour Market Information

Websites can be a good source of LMI. It is important to use multiple sources to understand the whole picture. Sites that offer well-researched LMI include:

Social media, including LinkedIn, is another good source of information. You can follow organizations and industry leaders in specific sectors that you are interested in.=

Ottawa Employment Hub

The Ottawa Employment Hub is a provincially-funded local workforce planning board. They provide local labour market information to help employers, workers and job seekers make informed choices.

Learn more about the Ottawa Employment Hub.