The Mining Sector: An Excellent Job Creator! – MERN
Ministère de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles
Traditionally, most mining sector activities in Québec have been concentrated in three administrative regions: Northern Québec, the North Shore and Abitibi-Témiscamingue. In 2014, these three regions alone were responsible for more than 90% of the $3.1 billion invested in mining in Québec, and for nearly 80% of the total shipment value.1 They also accounted for 70% of all mining sector employment.
Most direct jobs created by the mining industry are well-paid. The average annual salary in the mining sector is in excess of $90,000, which is well above the general average for Québec ($40,000).
Read More: http://www.mern.gouv.qc.ca/english/mines/quebec-mines/2015-04/secteur-minier.asp
