1. Introduction to Employment & Work

    Having opportunities to work, contribute and earn a living wage are important to the well being of a family, an individual and a community. The sustainability of a community is reliant on the employment of its citizens and putting their talents and human capital into creative and purposeful work.
  2. Unemployment Rates

    The unemployment rate for Niagara increased from 6.1% in 2005, to 6.2% in 2006 to 6.6% in 2007 (6.4% in Ontario and 6.0% in Canada). In May of 2008, the unemployment rate was 7.2% compared to 5.6% in Kitchener and 7.2% in London.





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The Niagara Research and Planning Council (NRAPC) is lead by community volunteers, and supported by Niagara-wide community partners.

Mission: Generating knowledge that drives community action

Guiding Principles:

  • Research and activities are guided by communities;
  • Different interests are engaged to work together mobilizing for change; and
  • NRAPC’s role is to link community strengths, research and evidence in order to plan for a stronger Niagara.

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