Figure 3 illustrates the total local employment dependencies by industry in the Kispiox Forest District. As the graph indicates, the local economy in the Kispiox Timber Supply Area is heavily dependent on forestry, supporting over 60 per cent of the non-government sector employment.
Tourism and recreation industries arising from the beautiful scenery, wildlife populations and varied outdoor activities are also important economic factors. Tourism activity tends to be part-time and seasonal with most visitors arriving between May and October. Sports fishing in the Kispiox, along with significant wildlife populations (including moose, deer and black bear), help drive summer tourism which supplements employment and income for local merchants and outdoor guides. Other major sources of employment are public sector services, (government, education and health) and construction.
Figure 3 Kispiox Forest District Employment Dependencies
