Smok'in.
That's the word for it right now - IF you have experience. I've had three unsolicited emails from companies in the past three weeks inquiring as to my availability, and I know several friends who are experiencing the same thing.
As Murdoch says, it all depends where you go, what type of machines you're on, and what type of specialty work you can do.(Mtns, Long Line, Arctic, Mediums etc etc) The wages seems to vary a whole lot, depending on the company and the negotiating skills of the pilot.
If you're looking at Full Time work, it's still a bit of a process to find an employer that will work for you, your lifestyle, and your prefered location. Contract seems good all around as you'll negotiate Daily Mins and it's all about the $.
Good luck
RH