Job outlooks for Electricians (except industrial and power system)

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Occupation

construction and maintenance electrician (72200)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Non-residential construction should be the main source of employment opportunities. Self-employment is fairly common in this occupation. Workers may be expected to travel to various work sites. Certified journeypersons will have improved employment prospects.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 1,750 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 40% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 60% 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 35 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 72% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • Not many 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 920 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Electricians in P.E.I. continue to be in demand, driven by housing shortages, new residential construction, and ongoing renovation activity. Labour shortages remain a challenge, with retirements and skill gaps compounding recruitment needs. For new graduates or career seekers, this occupation offers stable employment, competitive wages, and diverse opportunities across residential, commercial, and maintenance sectors, with prospects strongest for those holding formal training, Red Seal certification, and adaptability to evolving technologies such as energy efficient systems. 

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%
    • 66% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 34% 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 44 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 8% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 47% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 36% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Demand for industrial electricians exceeds supply in some parts of the province, which suggests favourable hiring prospects for jobseekers. Those who already have a Red Seal and certification should have little difficulty finding work. Industrial electricians may be self-employed contractors, members of a union, or employed by a single industrial facility. A current barrier to employment for apprentices and those who are considering becoming an industrial electrician is a shortage of journeypersons to supervise them during their apprenticeship.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 2,950 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
    • 55% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 45% 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 41 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% 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: 8% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 55% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 32% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 92%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Halifax 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 1,550 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in New Brunswick 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.
    • Employment prospects are positive due to the high level of construction activity in the province. Construction levels in other provinces might also affect prospects, as electricians tend to be fairly mobile.
    • Maintenance, repair and retrofits of computerized heating, lighting, ventilation, air conditioning and alarm systems in buildings may continue to provide some employment opportunities for electricians with skilled knowledge of these systems. Electricians may face periods of unemployment as they move between projects. A number of electricians are self-employed which can help to maintain employment during periods of economic uncertainty.
    • Workers in this occupation are often required to travel between job sites and working overtime and on weekends can be common.
    • The construction electrician occupation is regulated in New Brunswick. As such, candidates are expected to hold a New Brunswick Diploma of Apprenticeship and a Certificate of Qualification. A Red Seal endorsement will further enhance prospects.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 2,350 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 56% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Campbellton - Miramichi 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 510 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Edmundston - Woodstock 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Fredericton - Oromocto 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 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Moncton - Richibucto 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 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 760 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen 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 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 560 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Quebec 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Quebec:

    • Approximately 20,400 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 78% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 22% 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 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 73%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 12%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 78%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 1,410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Centre-du-Québec 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 570 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 1,620 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

    • Côte-Nord Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%

    • Estrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 680 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

    • Lanaudière Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Lanaudière 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 2,430 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 90%

    • Laurentides Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Laurentides 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 2,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

    • Laval Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 9,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Mauricie 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 77%

    • Montréal Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 9,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Montérégie 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 4,800 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%

    • Outaouais Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Outaouais 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 950 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%

  • OntarioModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Most work in construction, mainly as building equipment contractors

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Large infrastructure investments
    • New housing developments to meet population growth in some of Ontario's largest urban centres

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • There are two compulsory skilled trades associated with this occupation in Ontario, named, Electrician – Construction and Maintenance, and Electrician – Domestic and Rural.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Ontario:

    • Approximately 44,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 56% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 44% 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.
    • 10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 15% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 47% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 4,860 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 1,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 82%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 5,560 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

    • London Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the London region:

      • Approximately 2,250 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.
      • Not many 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 1,900 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 92%

    • Northeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 1,340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%

    • Northwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 4,900 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,540 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

    • Toronto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 17,940 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

  • ManitobaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 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.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by construction activity in institutional, commercial and residential new build, retrofit, and renovation projects.
    • Key trends in this occupation include installing, integrating and fixing the Internet of Things (IoT) devices in residential and commercial smart spaces and smart grids.
    • Efficiency needs may shift to prefabrication of electrical components off-site.
    • Jobs are concentrated in the Southeast and Interlake regions.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 4,900 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 56% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 43% 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.
    • 10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% 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: 17% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 59% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Interlake 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Interlake region:

      • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • North Central Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the North Central 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the North Central region:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • North Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the North region:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 63%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 9%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Parklands Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Parklands region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 63%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 9%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • South Central Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the South Central 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • Southeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Southeast 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 640 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 94%

    • Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the 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.
      • 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%

    • Winnipeg Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Winnipeg 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 2,800 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

  • SaskatchewanModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Strong growth in residential construction and a modest growth in renovations and non-residential construction over the forecast period will enhance employment prospects for this occupation.
    • Falling interest rates and lower borrowing costs should support an increase in renovations and home improvement projects, and support work opportunities for this occupation.
    • Construction electricians typically require an apprenticeship and trade certification.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 3,550 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
    • 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
    • 55% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 45% 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 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 12% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 14% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 74% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Northern region:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 540 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 1,170 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 1,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

    • Yorkton–Melville Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Yorkton - Melville region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
    • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Alberta:

    • Approximately 17,950 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% 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 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 17% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 57% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 80%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.
      • Following the 2024 wildfire, rebuilding homes and other structures in Jasper will increase the demand for employees over the next several years.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 1,230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 80%

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.
      • Office to residential renovation activities are expanding in both Calgary and Edmonton.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 6,290 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 94%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Edmonton 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.
      • Office to residential renovation activities are expanding in both Calgary and Edmonton.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 6,990 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 1,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

    • Red Deer Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
      • Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 5%

  • British ColumbiaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Employment in this occupation is primarily in the non-residential construction sector. 

    Non-residential sector growth is variable over the forecast period, with a peak in 2027 due to major engineering and ICI (industrial, commercial, institutional) projects. 

    The education, transportation (for example public transit and highways), utilities (for example power lines), high tech (for example AI data centres), mining, oil and gas (for example pipelines and LNG terminals) sectors have major infrastructure investments planned. The Government of Canada's plans to increase defence spending will likely create job opportunities.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 18,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 52% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 48% 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 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 19% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 56% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%

    • Kootenay Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 94%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 11,700 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%

    • Nechako Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Nechako 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Nechako region:

      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

    • North Coast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the North 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the North Coast region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

    • Northeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 1,580 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 3,000 people work in this occupation.
      • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

  • Yukon TerritoryModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Yukon for the 2025-2027 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 a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • This occupation will benefit from public and private construction projects scheduled in the Yukon over the forecast period, such as a new recreation centre in Dawson and Yukon University's new science building.
    • Designated electricians in the Yukon require apprenticeship training, with eight to ten weeks of learning per level at each of the four levels. An estimated 1800 learning hours are required per level. Grade 12 Math is an entrance requirement (Government of Yukon, June 18, 2025).

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Yukon:

    • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
      • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 12%
      • Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 52% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 48% 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 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 21% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 93% compared to 49% for all occupations
      • Women: 7% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 62% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • Northwest TerritoriesGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Northwest Territories 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.
    • This occupation will benefit from major public and private construction projects scheduled in Northwest Territories over the forecast period.
    • For example, the planned construction of the $1.65 billion Mackenzie Valley Highway, connecting Wrigley to Norman Wells, is expected to generate employment in this occupation when construction begins in 2027 or 2028. Ongoing work at the $4 billion Giant Mine remediation site may also lead to construction employment.
    • Local training for this occupation is available at Aurora College.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Northwest Territories:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
      • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 12%
      • Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 88% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • 75% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 26% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% 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: 11% compared to 26% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 63% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • NunavutGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Nunavut 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.
    • This occupation will benefit from major public and private construction projects scheduled in Nunavut over the forecast period.
    • For example, the planned construction of a new air terminal in Rankin Inlet by 2026 and the Nunavut Inuit Heritage Centre in Iqaluit in 2027 are expected to generate employment in this occupation.
    • The Government of Nunavut's proposed $3.3 billion project to connect Manitoba Hydro's power grid to five western Nunavut communities and a gold mine, if built, would also lead to new construction jobs in the territory.
    • Nunavut has a shortage of skilled tradespeople to complete major public and private construction projects, leading to contractors routinely bringing in workers from southern Canada.
    • Local training for this occupation is available at Nunavut Arctic College.

    Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nunavut:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
      • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 12%
      • Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 78% compared to 87% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 22% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • 44% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 56% work only part of the year, compared to 72% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 33 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 15% compared to 37% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 38% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

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