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Table 1 Public sector employment
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| Fourth quarter 2007 | Fourth quarter 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| thousands | ||
| Public sector | 3,316 | 3,412 |
| Government | 3,027 | 3,098 |
| General government | 1,142 | 1,182 |
| Federal | 391 | 405 |
| Provincial and territorial | 355 | 363 |
| Local | 395 | 414 |
| Educational institutions | 1,078 | 1,092 |
| Universities and colleges1 | 375 | 379 |
| School boards | 703 | 713 |
| Health and social services institutions | 806 | 824 |
| Government business enterprises | 290 | 314 |
Includes vocational and trade institutions.
Note(s):
Numbers may not add up due to rounding.
