Job prospects Bus Operator near Winnipeg (MB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators near Winnipeg (MB). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be very good for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Winnipeg region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Winnipeg region:

• Approximately 2,200 people work in this occupation.
• Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 78%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology