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• Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

  The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

  New graduates often work part-time positions in various specialties to increase their experience, and benefit from developing soft skills through interacting with patients. A large percentage of physiotherapists are employed by private health and wellness clinics, though the province-wide authority provides those within the hospital system a wide variety of specialized opportunities.

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Newfoundland and Labrador:

  • Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 56%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 41%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 55% of physiotherapists work all year, while 45% 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 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
  • 19% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 22% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 78% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 40% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 55% compared to 7% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Avalon Peninsula region:

    • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 56%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 39%
      • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 5%

  • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 55%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 45%

  • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 55%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 45%

  • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

    • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 63%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 37%

• Prince Edward IslandGood

  The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Prince Edward Island:

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 53%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 37%
    • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 10%
  • 61% of physiotherapists work all year, while 39% 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 42 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
  • 23% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 28% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 72% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
    • bachelor's degree: 26% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 74% compared to 8% for all occupations

• Nova ScotiaGood

  The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Opportunities should continue to arise due to the needs of an aging population and a focus on health, rehabilitation, and wellness in general. While most openings are in Halifax, there is typically less competition for rural positions. New graduates often work part-time positions in various specialties to increase their experience, and benefit from developing \"soft skills\" through interacting with patients. A large percentage of physiotherapists are employed by private health and wellness clinics, though the province-wide authority provides those within the hospital system a wide variety of specialized opportunities.

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 1,000 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 50%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 44%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 86% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 14% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 68% of physiotherapists work all year, while 32% 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 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 21% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 32% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 68% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 35% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 62% compared to 10% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Annapolis Valley Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Annapolis Valley region:

    • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 56%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 44%

  • Cape Breton Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Cape Breton region:

    • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 85%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 15%

  • Halifax Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Halifax region:

    • Approximately 540 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 52%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 39%

  • North Shore Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the North Shore region:

    • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 66%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 34%

  • Southern Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Southern region:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 51%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 49%

• New BrunswickGood

  The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  • Population growth and an ageing population will largely drive the demand for physiotherapists. A growing focus on keeping seniors in their homes is also impacting this occupation.
  • The increased use of telehealth and technological advancements are affecting the nature of the work, with more consultations, assessments and treatments being carried out online. 
  • A master's degree in physiotherapy and a period of supervised practical training are required.
  • All graduating physiotherapists must pass a national exam to enter professional practice.
  • In order to practice in New Brunswick, candidates must be registered with the College of Physiotherapists of New Brunswick.

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 650 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 52%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 46%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 64% of physiotherapists work all year, while 36% 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 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 21% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 32% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 68% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 48% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 47% compared to 7% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

    • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 69%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 31%

  • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 60%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 40%

  • Fredericton–Oromocto Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

    • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 48%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 38%
      • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%

  • Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

    • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 64%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 36%

  • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

    • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 53%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 47%

• QuebecModerate

  The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

  Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

  In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Quebec:

  • Approximately 5,650 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 49%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 44%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 79% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 21% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 64% of physiotherapists work all year, while 36% 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 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 17% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 23% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 77% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 47% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 49% compared to 11% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

    • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

    • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Capitale-Nationale region:

    • Approximately 690 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%

  • Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Centre-du-Québec region:

    • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%

  • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

    • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

  • Côte-Nord Region Undetermined

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

  • Estrie Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Estrie region:

    • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

    • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Lanaudière Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Lanaudière region:

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

  • Laurentides Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Laurentides region:

    • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%

  • Laval Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

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

    • Approximately 2,950 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

  • Mauricie Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Mauricie region:

    • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%

  • Montréal Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

    • Approximately 2,950 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

  • Montérégie Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Montérégie region:

    • Approximately 1,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

  • Nord-du-Québec Region Undetermined

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

  • Outaouais Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Outaouais region:

    • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    The demand for physiotherapy is driven primarily by population growth and aging. Increased interest in the health and rehabilitation of people with functional limitations also stimulates employment in this occupation.

    Strengthening the role of this occupational group also fosters the creation of new positions. To improve access to primary care and support medical teams, these professionals are increasingly integrated into family medicine groups and emergency departments. Furthermore, since 2020, they have also had scope of practice changes, which allow them to order an X-ray in certain situations or mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or crutches, which eliminates the need for patients to consult a physician.

    In Québec, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree and membership in the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) are required to practice this profession.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

    • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

• OntarioModerate

  The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  What Types of Employers Are Out There?

  • Physiotherapists work mainly with clients at physiotherapy clinics and in hospitals

  What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

  • A growing and aging population are generating demand for physiotherapy
  • The incidence of injuries and need for treatment of chronic and acute pain rises as the population ages
  • Greater demand on the health care system because of a backlog of medical procedures and patient care needs

  What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

  • The practice of physiotherapy is regulated by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

  What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

  • About 40% of the province's physiotherapists are self-employed.

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Ontario:

  • Approximately 14,850 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 62%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 32%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 78% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 22% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 52% of physiotherapists work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 39% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 28% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 71% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 36% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 57% compared to 13% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

    • Approximately 1,730 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

    • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

  • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

    • Approximately 870 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • London Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the London region:

    • Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

    • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Northeast Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Northeast region:

    • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%

  • Northwest Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Northwest region:

    • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Ottawa Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Ottawa region:

    • Approximately 1,840 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

  • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

    • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Toronto Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Toronto region:

    • Approximately 6,610 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

  • Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

    • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

• ManitobaModerate

  The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 1,500 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 50%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 44%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 73% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 27% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 56% of physiotherapists work all year, while 44% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 30% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 28% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 71% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 51% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 45% compared to 8% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Interlake Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Interlake region:

    • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • North Central Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the North Central region:

    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • North Region Undetermined

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

  • Parklands Region Undetermined

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

  • South Central Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the South Central region:

    • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Southeast Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Southeast region:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Southwest Region Very good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Southwest region:

    • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Winnipeg Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Winnipeg region:

    • Approximately 1,190 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%

• SaskatchewanGood

  The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 1,050 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 53%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 43%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 60% of physiotherapists work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 10% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 27% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 73% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 37% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 57% compared to 7% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Northern Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Northern region:

    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Prince Albert Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Prince Albert region:

    • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

    • Approximately 730 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

    • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Yorkton–Melville Region Undetermined

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

• AlbertaGood

  The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in Alberta:

  • Approximately 3,550 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 56%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 35%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 77% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 23% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 57% of physiotherapists work all year, while 42% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 27% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 27% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 73% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 39% compared to 21% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 56% compared to 9% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

    • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Calgary Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

    • Approximately 1,660 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%

  • Camrose–Drumheller Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

    • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Edmonton Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Edmonton region:

    • Approximately 1,150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 87%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%

  • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

    • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Red Deer Region Good

    The employment outlook will be Good for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Red Deer region:

    • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Undetermined

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

• British ColumbiaModerate

  The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

  The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

  Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 7,800 people work in this occupation.
  • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 56%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 38%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 78% compared to 78% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 22% compared to 22% for all occupations
  • 51% of physiotherapists work all year, while 49% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 46% of physiotherapists are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 32% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 68% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 35% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 60% compared to 12% for all occupations

  Regional outlooks
  • Cariboo Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Cariboo region:

    • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Kootenay Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Kootenay region:

    • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

    • Approximately 5,490 people work in this occupation.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • 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 Undetermined

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

  • Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

    • Approximately 550 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%

  • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for physiotherapists (NOC 31202) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about physiotherapists in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

    • Approximately 770 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Physiotherapists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

• Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

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

• Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

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

• NunavutUndetermined

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