Job outlooks for Shippers and receivers

National Occupational Classification update

We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "shipper-receiver" was moved from the group Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) to the group Shippers and receivers (NOC 14400).

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Occupation

shipper-receiver (14400)

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Note that these outlooks are based on the 2016 version of the NOC. Learn more about our methodology.

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Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

  • Approximately 800 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 36%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 18%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482, 486, 487, 493): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 71% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 44% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 28 weeks compared to 26 weeks for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 82% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 18% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 14% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 52% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Regional outlooks

Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 520 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 39%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%

Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 41%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 22%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
    • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%

South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 41%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 22%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
    • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%

West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 45%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%

Prince Edward IslandGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Prince Edward Island for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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.

Most shippers and receivers are employed across the manufacturing, wholesale trade, retail trade, and to a lesser extent, transportation and warehousing industries. Demand for this occupation is linked to the demand for manufactured and traded goods, which in turn is sensitive to economic cycles. The widespread use of computers, scanners, tracking and sorting systems, may moderate the level of job creation in this occupation. 

Demand for this occupation increases during the late fall/early winter as goods are shipped for the holiday season. The introduction of inventory and shipping document management software as well as the computerization of some tasks will speed up the work performed by shippers and receivers and thus reduce the demand for workers in this occupation. Those with computer skills and experience with inventory control systems may also find it easier to attain employment.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Prince Edward Island:

  • Approximately 300 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 21%
    • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 17%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 60% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 57% and 42% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 30 weeks compared to 27 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 77% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 23% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 17% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 52% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Nova ScotiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Nova Scotia for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 1,900 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 32%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
    • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 7%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 12% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 77% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 23% 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 28 weeks compared to 30 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 9% 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: 17% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 26% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Annapolis Valley Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Annapolis Valley region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 36%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 17%
    • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 7%
    • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 6%

Cape Breton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Cape Breton region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Cape Breton region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 52%
    • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 12%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 8%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 6%

Halifax Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Halifax region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Halifax region:

  • Approximately 820 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 39%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 15%

North Shore Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the North Shore region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the North Shore region:

  • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 23%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 16%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 14%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
    • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 9%

Southern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Southern region for the 2022-2024 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Southern region:

  • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 65%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 14%
    • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 11%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%

New BrunswickModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in New Brunswick for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Shippers and receivers are found in most industries, though would be in greater demand in wholesale and retail trade enterprises. Job prospects will be enhanced for candidates with experience working with hoists or winches; dollies and hand trucks; pallet lifters; industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts. Forklift operator training is required for positions where this equipment is in use. Most positions are physically demanding, often requiring some lifting. However, computer literacy is also an asset and a familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software packages is particularly valuable.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 32%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 9%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 481-483, 485-486, 493): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 69% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 31% work only part of the year, compared to 60% and 40% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 35 weeks compared to 29 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 81% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 19% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 12% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 55% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 6% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Campbellton–Miramichi Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 49%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 12%

Edmundston–Woodstock Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 35%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 21%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 10%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%

Fredericton–Oromocto Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2022-2024 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 73%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2022-2024 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

  • Approximately 870 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 28%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 22%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
    • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 10%

Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2022-2024 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

  • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 18%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 9%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%

QuebecModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Quebec for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Quebec:

  • Approximately 27,450 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 27%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 485-486, 487, 493): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 86% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 14% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 61% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 39% work only part of the year, compared to 57% and 42% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 31 weeks compared to 33 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 78% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 22% compared to 48% 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: 35% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 18% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

  • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 32%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 31%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 8%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

  • Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 39%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 28%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%

Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

  • Approximately 2,560 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 44%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 24%

Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

  • Approximately 790 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 33%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 6%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 5%

Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

  • Approximately 1,600 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 28%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 12%

Côte-Nord Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 8%
    • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

Estrie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Estrie region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Estrie region:

  • Approximately 860 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 32%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 13%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 6%

Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Undetermined

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

Lanaudière Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Lanaudière region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Lanaudière region:

  • Approximately 1,740 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 18%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%

Laurentides Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Laurentides region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Laurentides region:

  • Approximately 1,920 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 32%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

Laval Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2022-2024 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.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region:

  • Approximately 17,410 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.

Mauricie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Mauricie region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Mauricie region:

  • Approximately 650 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 43%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 5%

Montréal Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2022-2024 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.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

  • Approximately 17,410 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.

Montérégie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Montérégie region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Montérégie region:

  • Approximately 6,110 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 11%

Nord-du-Québec Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 8%
    • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

Outaouais Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Outaouais region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Outaouais region:

  • Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 43%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 18%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2022-2024 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.
  • Employment in this occupational group is primarily associated with trends that influence business and technological change.
  • While the popularity of e-commerce benefits these workers, inflation and rising interest rates are resulting in a loss of household purchasing power, which could lead to reduced consumer spending.
  • In addition, the implementation of inventory management software and the computerization of certain tasks are changing the work and contributing to a drop in the demand for this workforce.

While it will be moderate elsewhere, the employment outlook for this occupation will be limited in the following regions:

  • Outaouais, due to a higher proportion of unemployed
  • Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, due to a higher proportion of unemployed and a lower proportion of retirements
  • Montréal, Laval, due to weaker job growth and a lower proportion of retirements

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

  • Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 51%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
    • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%
    • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 5%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%

OntarioGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Ontario for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

  • Manufacturing, with leading shares in food, transportation equipment, and fabricated metal product facilities
  • Retail and wholesale trade, mainly at general merchandise stores, machinery, equipment and supplies, and building material wholesalers
  • Warehousing and storage, and to a lesser extent in freight transportation

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

  • Large investments in manufacturing, including in motor vehicle and parts production and the food processing sector
  • Increase in e-commerce activities
  • Significant expansions in warehouse facilities across Ontario

What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

  • A forklift licence is needed for some positions
  • Experience with inventory control systems would be advantageous for job seekers
  • Some jobs may require lifting heavy objects

What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

  • Flexible hours and overtime may be required

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Ontario:

  • Approximately 48,150 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 20%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 486, 487, 493): 17%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 89% compared to 79% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 11% compared to 21% for all occupations
  • 69% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 31% 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 31 weeks compared to 31 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 77% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 23% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 18% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 6% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 26% 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 10% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 5,690 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 22%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 18%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

  • Approximately 960 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 37%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%

Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 6,390 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 11%

London Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the London region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the London region:

  • Approximately 2,090 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

  • Approximately 800 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 27%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%

Northeast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Northeast region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 990 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Northwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Northwest region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Northwest region:

  • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 36%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 26%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%

Ottawa Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Ottawa region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Ottawa region:

  • Approximately 2,840 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 36%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 19%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%

Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 790 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 10%
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 8%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%

Toronto Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Toronto region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Toronto region:

  • Approximately 25,010 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 24%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%

Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

  • Approximately 1,540 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 20%
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 14%
    • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 11%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%

ManitobaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Manitoba for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

• Manitoba's strong manufacturing sector will continue to offer employment opportunities for this occupation over the forecast period.

• The CentrePort Rail Park will support new opportunities and bolster industries related to this occupation.

• A sustained consumer behavioral shift towards online shopping will support continued occupational growth.

• Growth in manufacturing has been strong and is expected to continue to create new jobs, particularly food and chemical manufacturing.

• Recent investments in food processing, along with federal and provincial government support will help bolster employment in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 3,700 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 20%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 79% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 21% for all occupations
  • 69% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 31% work only part of the year, compared to 64% and 36% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 33 weeks compared to 31 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 83% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 17% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 20% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 51% compared to 31% 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: 14% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Interlake Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Interlake region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Interlake region:

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 33%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 20%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
    • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 6%

North Central Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the North Central region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new 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 Shippers and receivers in the North Central region:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 23%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 16%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
    • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 5%

North Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the North region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the North region:

  • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 46%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 5%
    • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 5%

Parklands Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Parklands region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Parklands region:

  • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 46%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 5%
    • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 5%

South Central Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the South Central region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new 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 Shippers and receivers in the South Central region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 23%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 16%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
    • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 5%

Southeast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Southeast region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Southeast region:

  • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 37%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 27%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%

Southwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Southwest region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Southwest region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%

Winnipeg Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Winnipeg region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Winnipeg region:

  • Approximately 2,530 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
    • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 14%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 7%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

SaskatchewanModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Saskatchewan for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

What are the main trends affecting employment?

  • Sustained employment in the public sector and commercial and industrial establishments along with an aging workforce will likely support job opportunities in this occupation.
  • Projected economic growth and higher levels of business and consumer spending, should lead to an improvement in the volume of goods moved through the supply chain in the forecast period.
  • Increase in e-commerce activities

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 3,000 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 24%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 486, 487, 493): 7%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 71% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 28% 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 32 weeks compared to 32 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 14% 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: 15% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 55% compared to 32% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 15% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 6% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Northern Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Northern region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Northern region:

  • Approximately 10 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
    • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%

Prince Albert Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Prince Albert region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Prince Albert region:

  • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
    • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%

Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

  • Approximately 930 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 27%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%

Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

  • Approximately 1,240 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 27%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 26%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 9%

Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 27%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 27%
    • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

Yorkton–Melville Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Yorkton - Melville region:

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 15%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
    • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%

AlbertaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Alberta for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in Alberta:

  • Approximately 15,450 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 22%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 486, 487, 493): 12%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 67% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 31 weeks compared to 32 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 73% compared to 54% for all occupations
    • Women: 27% compared to 46% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 18% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

  • Approximately 490 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 26%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 5%

Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 26%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 5%

Calgary Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Calgary region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Calgary region:

  • Approximately 6,240 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 30%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 22%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%

Camrose–Drumheller Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

  • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 22%
    • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 11%

Edmonton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Edmonton region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Edmonton region:

  • Approximately 6,060 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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 Shippers and receivers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

  • Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 31%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 15%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
    • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 6%

Red Deer Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Red Deer region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new 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 Shippers and receivers in the Red Deer region:

  • Approximately 480 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 26%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 11%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
    • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 7%

Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

  • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 26%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
    • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 11%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%

British ColumbiaLimited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in British Columbia for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 10,850 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 26%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 486, 487, 493): 10%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 77% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 12% compared to 23% for all occupations
  • 67% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 32 weeks compared to 32 weeks for all occupations.
  • less than 5% of shippers and receivers are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 74% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 26% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 14% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Cariboo Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Cariboo region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Cariboo region:

  • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 37%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 9%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%

Kootenay Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Kootenay region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Kootenay region:

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 61%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%
    • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 6%

Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

  • Approximately 7,830 people work in this occupation.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 25%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 16%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Nechako Region Undetermined

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

North Coast Region Undetermined

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

Northeast Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Northeast region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a few new 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 Shippers and receivers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 47%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
    • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 8%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%

Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

  • Approximately 980 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 25%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 6%

Vancouver Island and Coast Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2022-2024 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 Shippers and receivers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

  • Approximately 1,200 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

Yukon TerritoryGood

The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Yukon for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several 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.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Yukon:

  • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 37%
    • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 20%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%
    • Manufacturing (NAICS 31-33): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 75% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 25% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 38% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 63% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 44% respectively among all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 78% compared to 50% for all occupations
    • Women: 22% compared to 50% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 20% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 60% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: n/a
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Northwest TerritoriesLimited

The employment outlook will be limited for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Northwest Territories for the 2022-2024 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Northwest Territories:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.
  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 37%
    • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 20%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%
    • Manufacturing (NAICS 31-33): 6%
  • 73% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 27% work only part of the year, compared to 64% and 36% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 26 weeks for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 71% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 28% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 32% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 37% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

NunavutModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Shippers and receivers (NOC 1521) in Nunavut for the 2022-2024 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in Nunavut:

  • Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 37%
    • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 20%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%
    • Manufacturing (NAICS 31-33): 6%
  • 60% of shippers and receivers work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 57% and 42% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 21 weeks compared to 24 weeks for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 67% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 33% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 40% compared to 39% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 40% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
    • bachelor's degree: n/a
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

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