In 2022, 600 international migrants moved to the Jakobstad Region. The year before it was 413, so we see a clear increase. The share of other languages in Jakobstad is
Industry & Employment
More than 22,000 jobs in the Jakobstad region are spread across several strong industries. For example, we have the food industry, which is currently our largest sector, rubber and plastics,
On Wednesday 22th of May at 17–19 it is again time for Social Wednesday, a mingling event aimed at the region’s employers and newcomers! The concept is “Mingle Point Discussions”.
The Jakobstad region has for a long time showed the lowest unemployment rate at the mainland of Finland. In January 2024, it was 5,8 per cent in the region compared
During the past six months, the Jakobstad Region Development Company Concordia has co-organized two cultural seminars with totally over 150 participants. Last autumn, the seminar “The power of creativity” was
Compared to other regions in Finland, The Jakobstad region continually is growing, in contrary to national statistical forecasts. The region reached and has maintained over 50,000 inhabitants throughout the whole
Participate in our competition Most Attractive Place to Work and tell us why your workplace is attractive! The finalists in Most Attractive Place to Work gain visibility during the recruitment
Welcome to our outdoor mingle event Social Wednesday 1st June 17.30-20 at Musikcafé After Eight in Pietarsaari/Jakobstad. This event is especially for you who is looking for a job or
Welcome to our mingel event Social Wednesday! Social Wednesday is aimed to companies, associations, people who are looking for a job and people who have recently moved to the Jakobstad