Current Conditions

Your work prospects are rated GOOD because:

	Employement grew at an above-average rate.
	Hourly wages ($29.83) are above the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is close to the average.
	The unemployment rate (4%) is close to the 2004 average (7%).

Work Prospects

How the ratings are determined.

Outlook To 2009

Your work prospects will continue to be GOOD because:

	The employment growth rate will likely be above average. The rise in the Canadian dollar and the increase in international competitiveness are pushing manufacturers to adopt new technologies.
	Although the retirement rate will likely be average, the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.
	The number of job seekers will likely exceed the number of job openings. This will not be significant enough to have an impact on the work prospects.

Preparing for the Competition