Job prospects Newspaper Carrier in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Couriers, messengers and door-to-door distributors" in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Couriers, messengers and door-to-door distributors in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors (NOC 75201) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • This work is physically demanding as employees are often required to lift heavy objects repeatedly.
  • Transportation of dangerous goods (TGD) certification may improve one's chances of finding work. As would a familiarity with freight handling procedures and regulations. However, most training is provided on-the-job.
  • These roles typically involve some interaction with customers, particularly when handling payments. Therefore, candidates should be able to communicate effectively.
  • A driver's licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven is required.

Here are some key facts about Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 59%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 16%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Job prospects elsewhere in Canada

Find out what will be the job prospects for Couriers, messengers and door-to-door distributors across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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