The local economy depends heavily on three primary industries: petroleum, forestry and agriculture. In particular, the petroleum industry is of major importance during the current improvement in the natural gas market. This dependence on three different industries provides some cushioning during economic downturns in one of these sectors.
Figure 4 illustrates the level of total employment supported by each industry sector in the Fort St. John Timber Supply Area. (SEA page 17)
Figure 4. Employment generated by each sector
