Transition Project
This report released in March 2010 highlights the key findings of research completed by the Forest Products Sector Council under the Labour Market Transition Programs for Laid-off Forest Products Workers project.
This study clearly shows:
- that of the nearly 100,000 workers who have been laid off since 2004, nearly 40,000 remain unemployed;
- a significant portion of the most recent layoffs are likely permanent – as the industry continues to restructure;
- that while programming and assistance has been put in place to assist workers – and their communities – the impact and effect has been mixed; and
- that many laid-off forest workers face significant barriers to securing re-employment in the industry or elsewhere.
The Forest Products Sector Council believes this study is an important first step in recognizing the severity of the current economic situation and challenges for the future. It is tempered with an understanding that recovery will occur and, when it does, the Canadian forest products industry needs be well positioned to take advantage of new and re-emerging opportunities. Part of that recovery is ensuring laid-off workers return to their jobs.
To access the full report, click here.
