Job prospects Hairdresser near Gatineau (QC)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Hairstylists and barbers near Gatineau (QC). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Hairstylists and barbers (NOC 63210) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupational group is largely dependent on disposable household income and consumer preferences.

Population growth should create more customers.

Population aging should increase the demand for services in residential care facilities or at home for seniors.  

However, inflation, interest rates that remain high and the increase in the cost of housing, particularly rental costs, are eroding household purchasing power. In their consumption choices, these households can arbitrate against the demand for hair services. This may have a downwards impact on the demand for this profession. 

Here are some key facts about Hairstylists and barbers in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Hairstylists and barbers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology