LIFE IN BRITISH COLUMBIA

Sometimes deciding where to start is one of the biggest challenges when you’re considering a career move. That’s why we’ve developed an easy four-step approach that will leave you better informed and inspired to be part of the employment growth and opportunities available in BC’s vibrant aerospace industry.

The WelcomeBC site is a great first place to start exploring to learn more about what BC has to offer as a place to live, work and play. From history, climate and geography to a wide variety of programs and resources to help new or potential immigrants, this provincial government website is a good launch point in your research. We’ve also summarized a few programs on our Life in British Columbia page and highlighted the experience of several new additions to the BC aerospace workforce.

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One of the characteristics that often surprises people who are new to the province is the large number of companies that make up BC’s aerospace industry supply chain. From manufacturing and space, to services and MRO (maintenance, repair & overhaul) the province is home to dozens of companies needing skilled and semi-skilled workers.

You’ll find a list of the occupations that are in the highest demand here as well as a Company Directory that will help you identify and follow up with the province’s largest aerospace employers.

Looking for a comprehensive list of close to 100 of BC’s aerospace and related firms including consultants, educational and research institutes, training schools and airports to get a better idea of what’s possible? Then you’ll want to look through this BC Aerospace Capabilities Guide.

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To support the continued growth of the aerospace industry, the Government of British Columbia is committed to helping build a stable, highly skilled workforce so that BC companies are globally competitive and can maintain their successful track record of quality and innovation. To support the industry, both the provincial and federal governments offer helpful support for skilled worker programs that skilled and semi-skilled workers can apply for when looking to make a career move to BC.

Still have questions about whether a move to work in the BC aerospace industry is a good fit for you? Then check out our most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page or read more about real aerospace workers who successfully made welcome leaps in their career by moving from outside of BC to good jobs here in BC.

To follow in their footsteps, we’d recommend you use the Company Directory to learn more about the organizations that might suit your skills best and connect with them using the handy links to the Career section on their websites. Or read through this BC Aerospace Capabilities Guide for an in-depth overview of close to 100 of BC’s aerospace firms.