Job prospects Painter, Residential Construction in the Calgary Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Calgary Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be good for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 2,530 people work in this occupation.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 94%

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