Job outlooks for Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists

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respiratory therapist (32103)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined

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

    Regional outlooks

  • Prince Edward IslandUndetermined

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

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 86%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 78% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 22% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 81% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 19% 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 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 24% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 76% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 39% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 49% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 10% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 91%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 66%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 34%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

  • New BrunswickGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists, and cardiopulmonary technologists are employed by hospitals, home healthcare providers, clinics, research facilities, medical equipment companies, and post-secondary institutions.
    • Population growth and an ageing population will support demand for these occupations going forward, as this will increase demand for respiratory or cardiopulmonary interventions. 
    • Technological advancements are impacting the nature of work as more processes are becoming automated. As diagnostic and life support technologies become more sophisticated, professionals in these occupations need to be trained on new digital and artificial technology assisted systems. 
    • Respiratory therapists must have completed an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and be licensed by the New Brunswick Association of Respiratory Therapists in order to practice. 
    • Clinical perfusionists must have completed a bachelor's degree in science or health related field, graduated from an accredited Clinical Perfusion training program, and be certified by the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusionists. This occupation is not provincially regulated. 
    • Cardiopulmonary technologists are required to complete an accredited training program in cardiopulmonary technology. This occupation is not provincially regulated, but registration with the Canadian Association of Cardio-pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) may be required.

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 84%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 11%
    • 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
    • 88% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 12% 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 49 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 23% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 77% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 51% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 41% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 74%
        • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 16%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 90%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 94%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 6%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 81%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 19%

  • QuebecModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Quebec:

    • Approximately 3,850 people work in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 84%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 84% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 16% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 79% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 21% 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 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 16% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 84% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 83% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

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

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

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

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%

    • Lanaudière Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Lanaudière region:

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

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 80%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 17%

    • Laval Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 2,090 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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.
      • 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Mauricie region:

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

    • Montréal Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 2,090 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

    • Outaouais Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Outaouais 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Outaouais region:

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

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

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

  • OntarioGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in Ontario 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.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • The majority are employed in hospitals

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Increased need for health-related services to support the growing and aging population in Ontario
    • Greater demand on the health care system because of a backlog of medical procedures and patient care needs
    • Major investments in health care facilities

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • The practice of respiratory therapy is regulated by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
    • Clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are not regulated professions, however:
    • Certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion is required for clinical perfusionists
    • Registration with the Canadian Association of Cardio-pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) may be required.

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Ontario:

    • Approximately 5,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 80%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 15%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 87% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 75% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 25% 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 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 28% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 71% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 42% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 41% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 13% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 87%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Kingston - Pembroke 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

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

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • London Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the London 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the London region:

      • Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Northeast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Northeast region:

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

    • Ottawa Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Ottawa 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

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

    • Toronto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Toronto 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 1,990 people work in this occupation.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Windsor - Sarnia 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

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

  • ManitobaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in Manitoba 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 93%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 79% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 21% 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 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 32% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 68% 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: 7% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 48% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 12% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

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

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • SaskatchewanGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 95%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 5%
    • 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
    • 79% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 21% 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 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 28% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 71% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 53% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 33% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 14% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

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

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

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

  • AlbertaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in Alberta:

    • Approximately 1,850 people work in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 75%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 16%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 77% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 23% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 73% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 27% 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 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 26% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 74% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 62% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Calgary Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Edmonton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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 a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 860 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

  • British ColumbiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 2,200 people work in this occupation.
    • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 87%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 87% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 75% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists work all year, while 25% 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 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 38% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 62% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 42% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 39% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 16% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Undetermined

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

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

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

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) 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.
      • 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 respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 32103) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

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

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

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

  • NunavutUndetermined

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

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