Job prospects Carpenter near Calgary (AB)

Over the past few years (2022-2024), the labour market was balanced for Carpenters near Calgary (AB). The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be Moderate for carpenters (NOC 72310) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Labour shortages are expected in the construction trades for the forecast period. 
• Provincial infrastructure spending for the upgrade and construction of schools and highways will support employment opportunities in non-residential construction for the forecast period. 
• New housing starts in Alberta are expected to remain strong due to a growing population driving demand.  The new federal agency, Build Canada Homes, will help accelerate the construction of affordable homes in Alberta in the near future.
• Renovation investment is expected to steadily increase to maintain older housing and allow homeowners to age in place. 

Here are some key facts about carpenters in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 6,550 people work in this occupation.
• Carpenters mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology