Job prospects Painter, Residential Construction in the Outaouais Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Outaouais Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Outaouais region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

• Approximately 710 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 81%
  • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 10%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology