"This study, directed by the
Petroleum Human Resources Council of Canada (Petroleum Council) and conducted by independent consultants, considered the role of Canada’s upstream petroleum industry within the global marketplace, analyzed current and future market challenges, and assessed their impact on the domestic industry and its workforce. It then identified workforce demographics, skill and competency requirements, occupational supply and demand, key human resources challenges, and the impact of technology and the business environment on human resources issues. That analysis led to recommendations for change to existing human resources strategies and practices within the industry."