The Eastman Region Labour
Market Study (executive summary link) reflects the excellent opportunities
available to employers through the workforce in the region. The 2002 study
encompasses a wide range of issues. Here
are some highlights from the survey results used in the study:
Commitment:
Over half of Eastern Manitoba survey respondents were born
outside the region, but have become strongly attached to their
community and are committed to staying due to the
opportunities and quality of life offered in the Eastern
region of Manitoba.
Mobility:
Eastman workers are highly mobile and longer travel distances
to work are not viewed as a barrier to finding employment.
Labour Pool:
Companies locating in Eastern Manitoba can attract workers from
within the region, as well as, from the City of Winnipeg, giving
them access to an expanded pool of labour.
Workforce Stability:
One-third of those surveyed had been with their current employer
for over 10 years.
Non-Unionized Environment:
Preference for working in a non-unionized environment and a willingness
to work shifts.
Hard Workers:
Over one half of self-employed respondents and more than one-third
of full-time workers indicated that on average they work more than
forty hours a week.
Second Languages:
The ability to converse in a second language is a skill possessed
by numerous workers, with over one-half of respondents surveyed
reporting an ability to speak French and one-third reporting a
proficiency in German.
Training & Education:
Three-quarters of survey respondents would be willing to pursue
further training or educational upgrading to improve their
employment qualifications. 1/4 of the workforce is currently
enrolled in such work-related training or educational courses.
Tax Breaks:
Eastern Manitoba residents show a strong level of support for
Business Development in the region and over two-thirds approved of
giving tax breaks to new businesses to attract them into the
region.
Manitoba employment standards laws (as outlined in The Employment
Standards Codes) promote fairness in the workplace for both employees and
employers. The Employment Standards Branch is a neutral party that administers
laws on minimum wages, hours of work, holidays and other workplace benefits.
They are also responsible for investigating complaints of violations of these
laws. Most Manitoba employees fall under Provincial jurisdiction and are served
by the Employment Standards Branch. On the
Employment Standards website, an Employment Standards Guide and
Employment Standards Construction Industry Guide (both PDF Format) can be
down-loaded. The guides provide general information about minimum employment
standards in Manitoba.
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Maximum Weekly Benefits
Average Cost for all Manufacturing per $100 Payroll; $1.56 (CDN)
Average Rate for Office Workers (8810); $0.38 (CDN)
North Eastman Region
