The industry
The printing and graphic communications industry employs over 274,000 people working in more than 25,900 establishments across Canada, making it the fourth largest manufacturing employer in the nation. In 2006, these men and women contributed nearly $5.0 billion to the Canadian GDP. Small firms dominate the industry, with about 87% of companies employing fewer than 10 people. To remain competitive, the industry requires a highly skilled workforce.

CPISC
As the printing industry's sector council, CPISC's mission is to identify and implement strategies to address skills development within the sector. CPISC was incorporated in April 2006 through the Sector Council Program of Human Resources and Social Development Canada.

The guiding principle within CPISC is partnership - bringing together employers, employees, education, unions and government to meet the current and future human resource development needs of the Canadian printing and graphic communications industry. The intent of CPISC is not to duplicate what exists, but to build on what is already being done and develop on a national basis the programs and services that meet the needs of the industry as a whole.

Career Focus

The Canadian Printing Industry Sector Council (CPISC) is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the second year of our Career Focus Program commencing April 1, 2010. Applications will be assessed on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Read more…

HR Trends

Quarterly CPISC engages with selected employers in a very brief survey pertaining to hiring, lay-offs, and investment in training. Click here to see those results.

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