Job outlooks for Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities

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Occupation

general labourer - manufacturing (95109)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    Regional outlooks

  • Prince Edward IslandUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Nova ScotiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 1,400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
      • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 12%
      • Other management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56 except 5614 and 5617): 8%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 82% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 18% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 48% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 6% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 74% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 26% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 26% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 32%
        • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 15%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 14%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%
        • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 13%

    • Cape Breton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 36%
        • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 21%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 16%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 5%

    • Halifax Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • North Shore Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 22%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 15%
        • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%

    • Southern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 43%
        • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 14%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 13%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

  • New BrunswickUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    Regional outlooks

  • QuebecVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,950 people work in this occupation.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 10%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 10%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
      • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 8%
      • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 50% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 50% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 39 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 57% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 42% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 35% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 32% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 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 other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 18%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 15%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 11%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 640 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 12%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 10%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 8%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 840 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 22%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 10%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 10%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 6%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 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 other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 1,260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 18%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 9%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 9%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 8%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%

    • Estrie Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 21%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 19%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Lanaudière Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 870 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 16%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 9%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 9%
        • Clothing, leather and allied product manufacturing (NAICS 315-316): 8%

    • Laurentides Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 820 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 10%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 9%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 8%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%

    • Laval Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 8,800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 22%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 16%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 16%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Montréal Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 8,800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 2,970 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 10%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 9%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 8%
        • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 6%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 6%

    • Outaouais Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 14%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 11%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 24%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 13%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 10%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

  • OntarioLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 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.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Ontario:

    • Approximately 11,150 people work in this occupation.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 14%
      • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 9%
      • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
      • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 86% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 52% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 39 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 56% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 43% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 23% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 4,850 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 21%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 6%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 5%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 1,560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 26%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 20%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 7%
        • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 7%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 5,710 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 18%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 15%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • London Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the London region:

      • Approximately 2,470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 15%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 1,090 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 17%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 12%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 7%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%

    • Northeast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 780 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 27%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 6%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 6%

    • Ottawa Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 2,240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 10%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 15%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 12%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 8%
        • Non-metallic mineral product manufacturing (NAICS 327): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Toronto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 6,020 people work in this occupation.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 14%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 10%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 8%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 2,960 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 18%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 17%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 5%

  • ManitobaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • This occupation is driven primarily by consumer demand for computer, electronic, furniture, and printing products, many of which are currently tariff exposed and subject to economic cycles.
    • Key trends in this occupation include artificial intelligence (AI), automation and tech advancement to perform routine, repetitive tasks. 
    • This occupation tends to have high employee turnover.
    • Jobs are concentrated in the South Central and North Central regions.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 1,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 20%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 9%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
      • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 7%
      • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 87% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 57% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 42% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 67% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 33% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 25% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 46% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Central Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the North Central region:

      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 18%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 17%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 14%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • South Central Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 18%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 17%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 14%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%

    • Southeast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 25%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

    • Winnipeg Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 1,980 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 24%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
        • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 8%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

  • SaskatchewanLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 1,750 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 36%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%
      • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 5%
      • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 75% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 25% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 48% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 74% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 26% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 31% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 38%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 8%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

  • AlbertaVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Opportunities in this occupation will be limited due to a growing labour force competing for employment. 
    • Demand for this occupation is driven primarily by consumer demand for computer, electronic, furniture, and printing products, many of which are currently tariff exposed and subject to economic cycles.
    • This occupation tends to have high employee turnover.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in Alberta:

    • Approximately 6,750 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
      • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 11%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 10%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 80% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 20% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 50% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 50% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 37 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 73% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 27% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 27% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 47% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Calgary Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Opportunities in this occupation will be limited due to a growing labour force competing for employment. 
      • Demand for this occupation is driven primarily by consumer demand for computer, electronic, furniture, and printing products, many of which are currently tariff exposed and subject to economic cycles.
      • This occupation tends to have high employee turnover.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 2,650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 9%

    • Edmonton Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Opportunities in this occupation will be limited due to a growing labour force competing for employment. 
      • Demand for this occupation is driven primarily by consumer demand for computer, electronic, furniture, and printing products, many of which are currently tariff exposed and subject to economic cycles.
      • This occupation tends to have high employee turnover.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 2,260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 12%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 12%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Opportunities in this occupation will be limited due to a growing labour force competing for employment. 
      • Demand for this occupation is driven primarily by consumer demand for computer, electronic, furniture, and printing products, many of which are currently tariff exposed and subject to economic cycles.
      • This occupation tends to have high employee turnover.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 26%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 11%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 9%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 6%

  • British ColumbiaVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Some physical duties of this occupation could be performed by automation technologies, which may enable workers to do their jobs more efficiently. 

    The adoption of new technologies such as robotics (including autonomous vehicles, drones, sensors) integrated with digital innovations are expected to bolster industries including construction, manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, and trade.

    Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 2,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 10%
      • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 9%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 79% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 21% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 50% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities work all year, while 50% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 6% of other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 63% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 37% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 23% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new 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 other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 1,870 people work in this occupation.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • 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 other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 17%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 14%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 6%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 14%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 10%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 7%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 6%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

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