Job outlooks for Bakers

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Occupation

cake decorator (63202)

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    Baking positions in limited-service restaurants are considered entry-level as they often do not require specialized knowledge, training, or experience. The high incidence of part-time work and a relatively young workforce in some sectors will likely create more opportunities due to higher levels of staff turnover, especially in lower skill positions.

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

    • Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 44%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 25%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 23%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 77% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 53% of bakers work all year, while 47% 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 38 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • 8% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 33% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 67% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 13% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 52% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% 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: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 41%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 34%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 19%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 17%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 17%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 57%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 37%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Prince Edward Island for the 2024-2026 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.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 36%
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 28%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 26%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 82% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 18% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 59% of bakers work all year, while 41% 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 43 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • 12% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 30% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 70% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 16% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 44% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 13% 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 Bakers (NOC 63202) in Nova Scotia for the 2024-2026 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.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    The job market for bakers is balanced but active, with many opportunities arising due to turnover and a large number of jobseekers ready to fill them. Many bakers are employed by supermarkets, though the number of smaller independently owned bakeries in the province has increased in recent years, providing jobseekers with more variety and choice with respect to working conditions. 


    The Nova Scotia Community College offers a baking and pastry arts program. However, it is not uncommon to find employers willing to train jobseekers—especially supermarkets.

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 1,150 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 38%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 22%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 63% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 37% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 56% of bakers work all year, while 44% 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.
    • 10% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 19% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 39% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 43%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 19%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Cape Breton region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 17%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Halifax region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 49%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 27%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 23%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the North Shore region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 42%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 40%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 18%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Southern region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 41%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 12%

  • New BrunswickGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in New Brunswick for the 2024-2026 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.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 34%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 25%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 69% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 31% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 54% of bakers work all year, while 46% 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.
    • 5% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 22% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 75%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 14%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 11%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 53%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 32%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 15%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 57%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 25%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 17%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 33%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 31%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 31%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 63%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 21%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 15%

  • QuebecModerate

    The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Quebec for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,900 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 40%
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 32%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 17%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 70% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 30% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 56% of bakers work all year, while 44% 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 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 10% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 42% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 57% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 24% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 25% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 26% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% 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 Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 71%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 17%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 12%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 80%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 7%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 760 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 42%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 34%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 22%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 66%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 21%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 13%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 55%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 31%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 14%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Estrie region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 51%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 15%

    • Lanaudière Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Lanaudière region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 53%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 15%

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Laurentides region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 760 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 56%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 24%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 19%

    • Laval Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 5,070 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Mauricie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 55%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 36%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 9%

    • Montréal Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 5,070 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Montérégie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 1,790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 42%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 35%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 18%

    • Outaouais Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 37%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 25%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 47%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 38%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 15%

  • OntarioGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Ontario for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Bakeries and tortilla manufacturing
    • Grocery stores
    • Restaurants and caterers


    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Employee turnover is expected to lead to several job openings mainly in limited-service restaurants where lower entry requirements, and a younger workforce are more common
    • Growing activities for manufacturers of baked goods


    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • There are two voluntary skilled trades associated with this occupation in Ontario, named, Baker, and Baker-Pâtissier
    • Skill requirements can vary by place of work:
      • Limited-service restaurants do not usually require formal training or experience
      • Bakeries, full-service restaurants, grocery stores, hotels and other food service providers may require formal training and related experience
      • Manufacturers of baked goods may require training and experience in food processing.

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Ontario:

    • Approximately 10,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 37%
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 28%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 25%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 61% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 39% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 52% of bakers work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 39 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 11% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 20% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 38% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% 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 Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 2,360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 39%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 37%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 22%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 47%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 23%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 1,780 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 37%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 35%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 26%

    • London Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the London region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 1,120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 32%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 28%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 46%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 37%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 16%

    • Northeast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 36%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 35%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 28%

    • Northwest Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be very good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Northwest region for the 2024-2026 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 small number of 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 Bakers in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 43%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 33%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 24%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 1,610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 44%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 28%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 490 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 46%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 39%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 14%

    • Toronto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Toronto region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 4,830 people work in this occupation.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 43%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 32%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 21%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 45%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 31%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 21%

  • ManitobaGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Manitoba for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 43%
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 35%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 15%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 66% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 34% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 56% of bakers 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 41 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 8% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 17% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 41% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the North Central region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 71%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 16%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%

    • North Region Undetermined

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

    • South Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the South Central region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 71%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 16%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%

    • Southwest Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be very good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Southwest region for the 2024-2026 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 55%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 31%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 14%

    • Winnipeg Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Winnipeg region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 820 people work in this occupation.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 53%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 31%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 15%

  • SaskatchewanGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Saskatchewan for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 42%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 26%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 21%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 70% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 30% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 62% of bakers work all year, while 38% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 15% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 13% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 47% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% 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 Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Northern region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Northern region:

      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 67%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 22%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 11%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Prince Albert region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 67%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 22%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 11%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be very good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2024-2026 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

      • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 42%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 34%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 24%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 56%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 24%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 18%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 63%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 24%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 13%

  • AlbertaGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in Alberta for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in Alberta:

    • Approximately 4,400 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 40%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 20%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 66% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 34% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 55% of bakers work all year, while 45% 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.
    • 11% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 33% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 67% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 18% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 38% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 14% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% 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 Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 20%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 48%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 28%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 20%

    • Calgary Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 1,900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 53%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 25%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 19%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of 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 Bakers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 59%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 23%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 17%

    • Edmonton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 1,530 people work in this occupation.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 43%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 36%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 17%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of 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 Bakers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 47%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 27%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 26%

    • Red Deer Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Red Deer region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 49%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 22%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2024-2026 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about Bakers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 61%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 19%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 19%

  • British ColumbiaLimited

    The employment outlook will be limited for Bakers (NOC 63202) in British Columbia for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    The accommodation and food and sector has a high rate of employee turnover relative to other sectors.


    Recruiting and retaining employees at all levels is a challenge for food service employers.


    Restaurants Canada third quarter report showed that the guest count in restaurants in B.C. was almost 70% lower in summer of 2024 compared to the summer of 2023. The association cites the high cost of food and labour as some of the main challenges currently facing the sector.


    Employment opportunities are influenced by consumer spending levels and the strength of the economy.  Discretionary spending is expected increase in mid-2025. Lower interest rates will bring some relief to B.C. households, which are typically heavy in debt. 

    Here are some key facts about Bakers in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 5,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 44%
      • Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445): 31%
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 15%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 71% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 55% of bakers work all year, while 45% 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 41 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 11% of bakers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 15% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 40% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 13% 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 Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Cariboo region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 81%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 10%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 9%

    • Kootenay Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Kootenay region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

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

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 52%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 36%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 12%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 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 Bakers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 3,450 people work in this occupation.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 50%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 31%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 15%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

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

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 680 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 49%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 32%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 18%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

      • Approximately 1,330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 45%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 35%
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 14%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

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

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

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

  • NunavutUndetermined

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

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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