Job outlooks for General practitioners and family physicians

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general practitioner (GP) (31102)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Newfoundland and Labrador 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.

    Health care demands from an aging population and a restricted supply of workers contribute to opportunities for this occupation. The absence of general practitioners and family physicians tends to be more acute in rural communities since these professionals often migrate to regions with medical institutions and health care centres. Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services has been actively recruiting, using a variety of incentives such as cash bonuses.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 61%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 37%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 66% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 34% 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 46 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • 51% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 620 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 59%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 39%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 57%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 42%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 57%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 42%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 72%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 28%

  • Prince Edward IslandVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Prince Edward Island 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.

    General practitioners and family physicians remain in shortage across P.E.I., with thousands of residents still without a family doctor and rural emergency rooms facing periodic closures due to staffing gaps. The province's five-year health plan continues to expand medical homes and introduce new roles such as Physician Assistants and Associate Physicians to ease pressure on the system. Recruitment campaigns are ongoing by the province, including incentives to attract physicians from other provinces and internationally. Demand is driven by the aging population, immigration growth, and long wait times for surgeries and primary care access. For new graduates or those seeking opportunities, P.E.I. offers meaningful career prospects, especially for those willing to work in group practices or rural communities. Advances in technology and testing methods are also helping physicians manage larger patient loads, making adaptability and openness to collaborative care models important for success in this evolving health system. 

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 300 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 64%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 32%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 72% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 28% 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 47 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • 33% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 53% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 8% for all occupations

  • Nova ScotiaVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
    • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

    Health care demands from an aging population and a restricted supply of workers contribute to opportunities for this occupation. There are ongoing reports in the media of doctor shortages in Nova Scotia. The Nova Scotia Health Authority has been actively recruiting, and some positions remain difficult to fill. Extensive recruiting may be necessary at times to fill a position.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 1,850 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 52%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 45%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 71% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 62% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 61%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 39%

    • Cape Breton Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 61%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 39%

    • Halifax Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 1,090 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 50%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 46%

    • North Shore Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 61%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 39%

    • Southern Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 59%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 41%

  • New BrunswickVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in New Brunswick 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.
    • The growing and ageing population is expected to drive demand for general practitioners and family physicians in the upcoming years. Given the high entrance requirements and limited post-graduate training positions in medical schools across Canada, these professionals are in limited supply. As a result, there continues to be a shortage with many individuals needing a family doctor. Some vacancies are more difficult to fill and both provincial health networks tend to be actively recruiting at any point in time, often directly out of school. 
    • A greater number of general practitioners and family physicians are employed in the province's largest urban areas (Moncton, Saint John and Fredericton), due to the high concentrations of people living in these cities. However, opportunities in rural areas are common, as these positions are more difficult to fill.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 1,400 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 50%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 49%
    • 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
    • 67% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 33% 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 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 60% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 47% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 53% 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: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 53%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 47%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 51%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 49%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 53%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 47%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 590 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 52%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 48%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 50%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 50%

  • QuebecGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Quebec 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 general practitioners and family physicians in Quebec:

    • Approximately 16,850 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 57%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 38%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 52% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 68% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 43% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 56% 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: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians 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 general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians 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 general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Côte-Nord Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

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

    • Estrie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Estrie 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

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

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lanaudière Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Laurentides Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Laurentides 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 1,800 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Laval Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 8,460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Mauricie 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Montréal Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 8,460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Montérégie 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 1,860 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

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

    • Outaouais Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Outaouais 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians 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 general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Ontario 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.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Offices of physicians
    • Hospitals

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Increased need for health care services to support the growing and aging population in Ontario
    • Greater demand on the health care system because of the backlog of medical procedures and patient care needs
    • Investments in health care facilities
    • Demand may be greater in rural and northern communities of Ontario

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is required

    What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

    • Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in Ontario.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Ontario:

    • Approximately 31,350 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 62%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 32%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 68% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 32% 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 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 65% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 51% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 49% 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: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 2,380 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 2,110 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians 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 general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the London region:

      • Approximately 1,940 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 93%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%

    • Northeast Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Northwest Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Ottawa Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Ottawa 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 3,350 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians 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 general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Toronto 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 16,690 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • ManitobaVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Manitoba 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.
    • The demand for this occupation is driven by the province's growing and aging population.
    • Shortages have prompted the provincial government to expand medical school seats, increase funding for services, and providing incentives to attract and retain doctors in underserved rural and remote communities. Doctors Manitoba has launched a recruiting campaign targeting the U.S.
    • Key trends include team-based and patient-centric care, telehealth for routine follow-ups and remote patients, artificial intelligence (AI) for notetaking and charting, and wearable tracking devices.
    • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg region.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 2,700 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 56%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 41%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 63% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 37% 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 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 56% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 57% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 42% 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: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Interlake 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Interlake region:

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

    • North Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the North Central region:

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

    • North Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the North 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the North region:

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

    • Parklands Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Parklands 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Parklands region:

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

    • South Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the South Central region:

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

    • Southwest Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Winnipeg Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Winnipeg 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • SaskatchewanVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Saskatchewan 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.
    • An aging and growing population is creating greater demand on the health care system. 
    • The provincial government has a Health Human Resources (HHR) Action Plan to recruit, train, incentivize and retain health care providers.
    • There is high demand for this occupation as the provincial government ramps up initiatives to address persisting labour shortages across the health care sector. 
    • Initiatives to support home and community care services and investments in health care facilities.
    • Demand may be greater in rural and northern communities of Saskatchewan.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 1,800 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 50%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 39%
      • Universities (NAICS 6113): 11%
    • 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
    • 65% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 35% 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.
    • 61% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 56% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 44% 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: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Northern region:

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

    • Prince Albert Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Prince Albert region:

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

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 91%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 9%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 730 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 11%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

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

    • Yorkton–Melville Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Yorkton - Melville region:

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

  • AlbertaVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Alberta 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.
    • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
    • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
    • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
    • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
    • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
    • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
    • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Alberta:

    • Approximately 9,200 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 60%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 38%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 56% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 44% 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.
    • 68% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 51% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 49% 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: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

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

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Calgary Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Calgary 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 4,210 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Edmonton Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Edmonton 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 3,860 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Red Deer Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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.
      • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation. 
      • Employment prospects for family physicians have improved driven by targeted government initiatives and rising healthcare demand.
      • The province has launched several efforts to strengthen primary care, including the Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) plan.
      • MAPS promotes team-based care and improved access in underserved and rural areas, expanding the role of family physicians.
      • The 2025–2028 Alberta Health Business Plan and Budget 2025 prioritize growing the healthcare workforce and reducing barriers to practice.
      • These efforts are backed by increased funding for training, recruitment, and retention, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities.
      • As Alberta's population grows and healthcare needs intensify, family physicians are central to delivering accessible, patient-centered care, making this a high-opportunity occupation.

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

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

  • British ColumbiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
    • 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.

    Labour shortages continue to affect the delivery of health care services in various parts of the province, especially in northern and rural areas.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 11,350 people work in this occupation.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 59%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 38%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 52% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 73% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 55% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 45% 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: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in the Cariboo region:

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

    • Kootenay Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 8,370 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Nechako Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the Nechako region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Nechako region:

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

    • North Coast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in the North Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the North Coast region:

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

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

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

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) 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.
      • 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 general practitioners and family physicians in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 1,750 people work in this occupation.
      • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Yukon TerritoryGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Yukon 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.
    • Ongoing staffing shortages in health care and an ageing population will keep demand high for health professionals over the forecast period.
    • Staffing shortages continue to lead to periodic disruptions in health care services throughout the Yukon, especially in rural areas.
    • The Yukon's Health and Social Services organization estimates the Yukon will need 20 to 25 new family physicians over the next five years (CBC News, June 5, 2025).
    • Local residencies are available. In July 2025, the Yukon launched its first medical residency program, in partnership with the University of Alberta.
    • Doctors may be eligible for signing bonuses if they choose to practice in the Yukon.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Yukon:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Health care and social services (NAICS 62): more than 95%
    • 33% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 67% 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 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 82% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 22% compared to 49% for all occupations
      • Women: 78% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 90% compared to 11% for all occupations

  • Northwest TerritoriesVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for general practitioners and family physicians (NOC 31102) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 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.
    • Ongoing staffing shortages in health care and an ageing population will keep demand high for health professionals over the forecast period.
    • Staffing shortages continue to lead to periodic disruptions in health care services throughout the Northwest Territories, especially in rural areas.
    • A board member of the Northwest Territories Medical Association reported a 50% doctor vacancy in the territory in 2025 (Cabin Radio, March 11, 2025).
    • Local residencies are available. In 2020, the Northwest Territories launched a northern medical residency program, in partnership with the University of Alberta.

    Here are some key facts about general practitioners and family physicians in Northwest Territories:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • General practitioners and family physicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Health care and social services (NAICS 62): more than 95%
    • 60% of general practitioners and family physicians work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 18% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 40% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 60% 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: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 90% compared to 9% for all occupations

  • NunavutUndetermined

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

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