Labour Force
Explore labour force statistics for the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87, including employment, participation, and unemployment trends. This page provides insight into the local workforce, the types of jobs held by residents, and the industries that support the municipal economy.
The data includes employment rates, labour force participation rates, and unemployment rates, helping illustrate how many working-age residents are employed, actively seeking work, or participating in the local labour market. It also examines worker classes, such as employees and self-employed workers, to provide a broader picture of local employment arrangements.
These labour force indicators support informed municipal planning, economic development initiatives, workforce programming, and community services by identifying local employment patterns and changing workforce needs.
Employment Rates in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Employment Rate Trends, 2001-2021
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
The following chart represents the employment rate from 2001 to 2021. It shows how the share of working-age residents who were employed changed over time. These statistics provide useful context for municipal economic development, workforce planning, local business support, and community programs that promote participation in the labour market. Employment rates remained relatively consistent from 2001 to 2011, at 73.3% in 2001, 71.1% in 2006, and 72.4% in 2011. The rate then decreased to 64.3% in 2016 and 60.9% in 2021.
Unemployment Rates in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Unemployment Rate Trends, 2001-2021
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
The above chart presents unemployment rate data from 2001 to 2021. It shows the percentage of residents in the labour force who were unemployed and actively seeking work during each census year. The unemployment rate was 4.0% in 2001 and 4.8% in 2006, before decreasing to 2.7% in 2011. It was 11.2% in 2016 and then decreased to 10.1% in 2021. These trends provide context for municipal economic development, workforce planning, employment supports, and community services.
Labour Force Participation Rates in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Labour Force Participation Rate Trends, 2001-2021
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
This chart presents labour force participation rate data for the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 from 2001 to 2021. It shows the percentage of working-age residents who were employed or actively seeking employment during each census year. The participation rate was 76.4% in 2001, 74.7% in 2006, and 74.3% in 2011. It then declined to 72.4% in 2016 and 67.8% in 2021. These trends provide context for workforce planning, economic development, employment supports, and municipal programs that encourage labour market participation.
Worker Classes in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Labour Force by Worker Class
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
This doughnut chart shows the distribution of employed residents in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 by worker class. Most workers were classified as employees (5,120 residents), while 1,520 residents were self-employed. A further 180 residents were recorded under no worker class.
Labour Force by Occupation in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Occupational Distribution of the Labour Force
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
The waffle chart represents the labour force by occupation in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87. Trades and transport occupations employed the largest number of residents, with 1,775 workers. Natural resources had 1,105 workers, followed closely by sales and service occupations with 1,100 workers. Other notable occupations included business and finance with 925 workers and education, law and government with 585 workers.
Labour Force by Industry in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Employment by Industry
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2022
This polar chart shows the labour force by industry in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87. Transportation employed the most residents, with 1,775 workers, followed by mining with 1,345 workers. Information and retail industries each employed more than 1,100 workers. Agriculture with 620 workers and manufacturing with 585 workers also represented important local employment sectors.
Labour Force Status by Education Level
Employment, Unemployment and Labour Force Participation by Education
Source: Statistics Canada. Census. | Last Updated: December 2021
The above chart compares labour force status across education levels in the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87. Residents with no certificate, diploma, or degree included 795 employed, 160 unemployed, and 1,070 not in the labour force. Secondary school graduates included 1,710 employed, 210 unemployed, and 1,005 not in the labour force. Residents with education below the bachelor's level included 2,865 employed, 275 unemployed, and 940 not in the labour force, while those with a bachelor's degree or higher included 760 employed, 45 unemployed, and 225 not in the labour force.
Total Employement by Occupation
Total Employment by Occupation - 1
Employment Trends by Occupation - 1, 2020-2025
Source: Statistics Canada. Census.
This chart shows total employment across five occupations from 2020 to 2025. Construction and facility operations management recorded 1,100 workers in 2020 and 1,000 workers in 2025. Agriculture, horticulture, and aquaculture management increased from 1,100 workers in 2020 to 1,600 workers in 2025. Office administrative assistants rose from 1,000 workers in 2020 to 1,800 workers in 2025, while supply chain occupations increased from 800 to 1,500 workers over the same period.
Total Employment by Occupation - 2
Employment Trends by Occupation - 2, 2020-2025
Source: Alberta Open Data | Last Updated: December 2023
This chart shows total employment across five occupations from 2020 to 2025. Assisting occupations in support of health services recorded 1,200 workers in 2020 and 1,300 workers in 2025. Computer and information systems professionals recorded 900 workers in 2020 and 1,100 workers in 2025. Service supervisors recorded 300 workers in each year from 2020 to 2025. Contractors and supervisors in maintenance trades, heavy equipment, and transportation operations recorded 500 workers in 2020 and 800 workers in 2025. Machining, metal forming, tracking, and scheduling co-ordination occupations recorded 800 workers in 2020 and 1,400 workers in 2025.
Total Employment by Occupation - 3
Employment Trends by Occupation - 3, 2020-2025
Source: Alberta Open Data | Last Updated: December 2023
This chart shows total employment across four occupations from 2020 to 2025. Heavy equipment operators recorded 1,500 workers in 2020 and 1,400 workers in 2025. Contractors and supervisors in mining, oil and gas recorded 2,300 workers in both 2020 and 2025. Underground miners, oil and gas drillers, and related occupations recorded 3,600 workers in 2020 and 4,600 workers in 2025. Central control and process operators in processing and manufacturing recorded 1,600 workers in both 2020 and 2025.
Total Employment by Occupation - 4
Employment Trends by Occupation - 4, 2020-2025
Source: Alberta Open Data | Last Updated: December 2023
This chart shows total employment across four occupations from 2020 to 2025. Heavy equipment operators recorded 1,200 workers in 2020 and 1,300 workers in 2025. Contractors and supervisors in mining, oil and gas recorded 900 workers in 2020 and 1,100 workers in 2025. Underground miners, oil and gas drillers, and related occupations recorded 300 workers in each year from 2020 to 2025. Central control and process operators in processing and manufacturing recorded 500 workers in 2020 and 800 workers in 2025.
Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake, Alberta
Employment Rate in Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
Monthly Employment Rate, 2023-2026
Source: Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0462-01. | Last Updated: September 2026
This chart shows the monthly employment rate in the Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake economic region from January 2023 to July 2026. In January, the employment rate was 69.2% in 2023, 70.3% in 2024, 66.3% in 2025, and 65.9% in 2026. In July, the employment rate was 68.8% in 2023, 69.0% in 2024, 69.9% in 2025, and 69.6% in 2026.
Unemployment Rate in Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
Monthly Unemployment Rate, 2023-2026
Source: Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0462-01. | Last Updated: September 2026
This chart shows the monthly unemployment rate in Cold Lake from January 2023 to July 2026. In January, the unemployment rate was 4.8% in 2023, 4.7% in 2024, 5.8% in 2025, and 6.7% in 2026. In July, the unemployment rate was 5.2% in 2023, 5.9% in 2024, 7.1% in 2025, and 6.9% in 2026.
Participation Rate in Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
Monthly Participation Rate, 2023-2026
Source: Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0462-01. | Last Updated: September 2026
This chart shows the monthly participation rate in the Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake economic region from January 2023 to July 2026. In January, the participation rate was 72.6% in 2023, 73.8% in 2024, 70.4% in 2025, and 70.7% in 2026. In July, the participation rate was 72.7% in 2023, 73.4% in 2024, 75.3% in 2025, and 74.7% in 2026