Job outlooks for Veterinarians

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Occupation

epidemiologist, veterinary (31103)

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Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined

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

Regional outlooks

Avalon Peninsula Region Undetermined

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

Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Undetermined

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

South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Undetermined

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

West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Undetermined

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

Prince Edward IslandGood

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Prince Edward Island for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 55%
    • Universities (NAICS 6113): 19%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
    • Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 67% of veterinarians work all year, while 33% 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 46 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
  • 17% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 26% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 74% 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 ScotiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Nova Scotia for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 78% of veterinarians work all year, while 22% 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.
  • 28% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 28% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 72% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
    • bachelor's degree: n/a
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 10% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Annapolis Valley Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Cape Breton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Cape Breton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Halifax Region Undetermined

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

North Shore Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the North Shore region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Southern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Southern region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

New BrunswickGood

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in New Brunswick for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 76%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 12%
    • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
    • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 75% of veterinarians work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 24% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 14% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 86% 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 Undetermined

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

Edmundston–Woodstock Region Undetermined

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

Fredericton–Oromocto Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 77%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 23%

Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 92%
    • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 8%

QuebecModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Quebec for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Quebec:

  • Approximately 1,800 people work in this occupation.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 85%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 89% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 11% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 77% of veterinarians work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 33% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 32% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 68% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 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 Undetermined

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

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Capitale-Nationale Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 88%
    • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6%

Centre-du-Québec Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Centre-du-Québec region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 93%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Chaudière-Appalaches Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Côte-Nord Region Undetermined

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

Estrie Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Estrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 87%
    • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 9%

Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Undetermined

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

Lanaudière Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Lanaudière region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Lanaudière region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 86%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%

Laurentides Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Laurentides region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Laval Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

  • Approximately 1,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Mauricie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Mauricie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 91%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%

Montréal Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

  • Approximately 1,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Montérégie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Montérégie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 680 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 79%
    • Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Nord-du-Québec Region Undetermined

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

Outaouais Region Undetermined

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

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Undetermined

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

OntarioVery good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Ontario for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

  • The majority of these professionals work in veterinary services
  • Self-employment is relatively high in this profession


What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

  • Favourable levels of consumer spending on veterinary and related services, and a growing pet population
  • Opportunities to support biosecurity and livestock disease prevention
  • The use of telemedicine technologies under certain circumstances is expected to expand business prospects


What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

  • The College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) regulates this profession, which means candidates must be licensed by the College to practise veterinary medicine in the province.

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Ontario:

  • Approximately 5,550 people work in this occupation.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 91%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 86% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 75% of veterinarians work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 42% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 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 Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 94%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 92%

London Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the London region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 91%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Northeast Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Northwest Region Undetermined

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

Ottawa Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 92%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%

Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 94%
    • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 6%

Toronto Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Toronto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 1,960 people work in this occupation.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 94%

Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 91%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%

ManitobaModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Manitoba for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • The governments of Canada and Manitoba are spending $2 million through the new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to enhance the capacity of rural veterinary services districts. This funding will help support the recruitment and retention of veterinarians in rural areas of the province. 
  • In 2022, the Manitoba government expanded its training agreement with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine to address the critical need for veterinarians. 
  • Increase in consumer spending on veterinary and other services, a growing pet population and demand for animal therapy and treatments.
  • Opportunities may exist for veterinarians to support biosecurity and livestock disease prevention as the agriculture sector evolves.


Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 84%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 87% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 79% of veterinarians work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 34% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 27% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 73% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 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 Undetermined

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

North Central Region Undetermined

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

North Region Undetermined

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

Parklands Region Undetermined

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

South Central Region Undetermined

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

Southeast Region Undetermined

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

Southwest Region Undetermined

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

Winnipeg Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Winnipeg region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 85%
    • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 9%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

SaskatchewanVery good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Saskatchewan for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 600 people work in this occupation.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 67%
    • Universities (NAICS 6113): 17%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 74% of veterinarians work all year, while 26% 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 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 25% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 30% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 70% 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 Undetermined

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

Prince Albert Region Undetermined

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

Regina–Moose Mountain Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • 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 Veterinarians in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

  • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 84%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 12%

Saskatoon–Biggar Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 65%
    • Educational services (NAICS 61): 24%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Undetermined

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

Yorkton–Melville Region Undetermined

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

AlbertaVery good

The employment outlook will be very good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in Alberta for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in Alberta:

  • Approximately 1,500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 88%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 12% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 73% of veterinarians work all year, while 27% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 37% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 40% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 60% 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 Undetermined

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

Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Undetermined

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

Calgary Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 89%

Camrose–Drumheller Region Undetermined

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

Edmonton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 92%

Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Undetermined

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

Red Deer Region Undetermined

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

Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Undetermined

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

British ColumbiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in British Columbia for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Veterinarians in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 2,100 people work in this occupation.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 94%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 84% compared to 78% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 16% compared to 22% for all occupations
  • 71% of veterinarians work all year, while 28% 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.
  • 42% of veterinarians are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 37% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 63% 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 Undetermined

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

Kootenay Region Undetermined

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

Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 810 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 94%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

Nechako Region Undetermined

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

North Coast Region Undetermined

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

Northeast Region Undetermined

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

Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Veterinarians (NOC 31103) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Veterinarians mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

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

Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

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

NunavutUndetermined

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

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