Job prospects Painter in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

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

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Vancouver Island and Coast 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 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 Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 1,680 people work in this occupation.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology