Job outlooks for Paramedical occupations

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

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paramedic (32102)

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Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Newfoundland and Labrador 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

As the population ages, the demand for paramedical services will likely increase. The high stress level of this occupation due to irregular hours and physically and psychologically demanding work conditions can lead to turnover. The Provincial Government has moved toward the integration of ambulance services across the province, becoming employees of NL Health Services, with staff entitled to public sector salary, benefits, and pensions. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover. The provincial government has announced new initiatives to help address staff shortages and response-time delays. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Newfoundland and Labrador:

  • Approximately 750 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 49%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 47%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 75% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 25% 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 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 57% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 42% 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: 13% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 38% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 44% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Regional outlooks

Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

  • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 56%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 40%

Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 63%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 30%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 63%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 30%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

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

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 51%
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 49%

Prince Edward IslandGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Prince Edward Island for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

The demand for workers in this occupation will depend on growing health care needs driven by the aging population, growth in immigration, and government health care priorities. The prospects for employment in this occupation are good as the industry has reported shortages of workers in the province. Full-tuition support is provided to eligible persons through the provincial Licensed Practical Nursing and Paramedic Support Program which was developed to address labour shortages within the healthcare sector.


The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Population growth and a steadily aging demographic are expected to increase the need for medical emergency services and this will translate into greater prospects for this occupation. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover. Employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas therefore budgetary reductions can impact job prospects. 


To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider further training to move to critical care or advanced care positions. In addition, some may specialize in certain areas of emergency response. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Prince Edward Island:

  • Approximately 200 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
  • 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
  • 79% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 21% 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.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 61% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 39% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 6% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 17% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 56% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations

Nova ScotiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.

There is a growing need for emergency medical services in the province, in part due to the aging population. The majority of newly-trained paramedics, or those relocating to the province, are placed in communities around the province as filling positions in these areas has been difficult in the past due to a limited labour pool. The job market in Halifax and surrounding areas is more competitive, and these positions are often rewarded to experienced paramedics already employed with Emergency Health Services.


A recent collective agreement boosted wages considerably for primary, intermediate, and advanced care paramedics as well as transport operators. Improved compensation may ease long-standing challenges with recruitment and retention.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 83%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%
  • 80% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 68% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 32% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 6% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 20% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 57% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Annapolis Valley Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Annapolis Valley region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 89%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%

Cape Breton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Cape Breton region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 94%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

Halifax Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Halifax region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Halifax region:

  • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 59%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 26%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%

North Shore Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the North Shore region:

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%

Southern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Southern region:

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%

New BrunswickGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in New Brunswick 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.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 89%
  • 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
  • 84% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 16% 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.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 60% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 40% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 28% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 57% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Regional outlooks

Campbellton–Miramichi Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Campbellton - Miramichi 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.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

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

  • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%

Edmundston–Woodstock Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Edmundston - Woodstock 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.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

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

  • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%

Fredericton–Oromocto Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

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

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 94%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

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

  • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 88%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • A steadily aging demographic is expected to increase the need for medical emergency services. While this should translate into greater prospects for this occupation, employment growth in this field is influenced by the level of funding for emergency services in local areas. Therefore, budgetary reductions can affect job prospects.
  • The demand for these health professionals may be greater in rural and remote communities as it can be difficult to attract and retain these workers given the potential for more opportunities in urban areas. Because of the high stress levels of this occupation, which can include irregular hours and physically demanding tasks, some employment needs may arise from staff turnover.
  • To increase career opportunities, some primary care paramedics may consider advanced care training. Ambulance attendants and other paramedical occupations with a broad range of skills and several years of experience will have a more favourable outlook. Prospects may be better for those with a valid driver's license and who are fluent in both official languages.

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

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 94%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

QuebecGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Quebec 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Quebec:

  • Approximately 6,350 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 78%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 10%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 79% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 65% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 35% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 21% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 66% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Capitale-Nationale 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 640 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 83%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 15%

Centre-du-Québec Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Centre-du-Québec 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Chaudière - Appalaches 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Estrie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Estrie 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Estrie region:

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

Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Lanaudière 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Lanaudière region:

  • Approximately 470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Laurentides 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Laurentides region:

  • Approximately 580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 1,830 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Mauricie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Mauricie 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Mauricie region:

  • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 1,830 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Montérégie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Montérégie 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Montérégie region:

  • Approximately 1,040 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Outaouais Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Outaouais 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Outaouais region:

  • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean 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.

This occupation is in high demand, and it depends mainly on the demand for ambulance transport, which is increasing, particularly with the aging population. 

Standby shifts (on call) are being replaced by hourly shifts in several regions to improve response time and provide better working conditions.  

Moreover, the scope of practice of ambulance personnel is gradually expanding, particularly in the development of community paramedicine and regulatory paramedicine. These aim to assess first-hand and along with a nurse, those patients who require ambulance transport for non-urgent reasons to prioritize ambulances for emergencies and reduce the use of emergency rooms.  

To enter this profession in Quebec, you must have a college diploma in pre-hospital emergency care and a Class 4A driver's licence (emergency vehicles). In addition, you must be registered with the Registre national de la main-d'œuvre des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec and complete the Programme national d'intégration clinique. 

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

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Ontario 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.

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

  • Ambulance service providers

 

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

  • Population growth and aging are expected to increase the need for emergency medical care services, supporting job prospects in this occupation
  • Overall public sector funding for emergency services in local areas

 

What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

  • Completion of an approved college or university paramedic training program
  • There are three levels of paramedics in Ontario, namely, Primary Care Paramedic (PCP), Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP), and Critical Care Paramedic (CCP).

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Ontario:

  • Approximately 13,350 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 77%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 80% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 20% 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.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 63% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 37% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 66% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 1,500 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

  • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 66%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 30%

Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 1,410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

London Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the London 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 Paramedical occupations in the London region:

  • Approximately 740 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

  • Approximately 580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 85%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

Northeast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Northeast 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 Paramedical occupations in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 850 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 90%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%

Northwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Northwest 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 Paramedical occupations in the Northwest region:

  • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%

Ottawa Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Ottawa region:

  • Approximately 1,190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Toronto 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 Paramedical occupations in the Toronto region:

  • Approximately 3,920 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 87%

Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

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

ManitobaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Manitoba 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.
  • A growing and aging population is expected to increase the demand for emergency medical care services, supporting job opportunities in this occupation.
  • The provincial government allocated an additional $200 million in 2023 to its Health Care Human Resource Action Plan, launched in 2022 with the goal of hiring 2,000 health care workers. New initiatives include advanced training for rural and northern paramedics.
  • Health care spending is on the rise in Manitoba with a $980 million increase in spending on Health, Seniors, and Long-Term Care included in the 2024 provincial budget. This funding includes $16 million to expand job opportunities for emergency services personnel across the province.


Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 1,550 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 52%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 23%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
  • 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
  • 81% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 19% 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.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 59% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 41% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 31% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 30% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 46% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Interlake Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Interlake 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 Paramedical occupations in the Interlake region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 83%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 17%

North Central Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the North Central region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the North Central region:

  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

North Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the North region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the North region:

  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%

Parklands Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Parklands region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Parklands region:

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 92%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%

South Central Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the South Central region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the South Central region:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Southeast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Southeast 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 Paramedical occupations in the Southeast region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 84%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%
    • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%

Southwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Southwest 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 Paramedical occupations in the Southwest region:

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 78%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 18%

Winnipeg Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Winnipeg region:

  • Approximately 720 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 66%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 31%

SaskatchewanGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Saskatchewan 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.
  • An aging and growing population is expected to increase the need for emergency care services. 
  • Increased funding for emergency services in local areas.
  • There is high demand for this occupation as the provincial government ramps up initiatives to address persisting labour shortages across the health care sector.


Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 1,850 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 74%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
  • 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
  • 67% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 60% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 40% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 31% compared to 15% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 54% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Northern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Northern region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Northern region:

  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Prince Albert region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Prince Albert region:

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

Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

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

Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

  • Approximately 530 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%

Yorkton–Melville Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Yorkton - Melville 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 Paramedical occupations in the Yorkton - Melville region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in Alberta 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.
  • Alberta's population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation.
  • Alberta's Budget 2024 allocates $26.2 billion for health services in 2024-25, an increase of $1.1 billion or 4.4% from 2023-24.
  • In 2024, the province announced $1.4 million for two grant programs to attract and retain paramedics in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.
  • Alberta is in the process of reforming health care services into four separate health agencies, which may have implications for job seekers.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in Alberta:

  • Approximately 5,150 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 67%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 16%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 89% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 11% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 69% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 31% 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 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 60% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 40% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 7% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 23% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 56% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 21% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to 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 Paramedical occupations in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to 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 Paramedical occupations in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

  • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

Calgary Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Calgary region:

  • Approximately 1,620 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 90%

Camrose–Drumheller Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Camrose - Drumheller 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 Paramedical occupations in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

  • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 95%

Edmonton Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Edmonton region:

  • Approximately 1,910 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 89%

Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat 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 Paramedical occupations in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

  • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 80%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 13%

Red Deer Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Red Deer region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

  • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 73%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 12%
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 7%
    • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 5%

Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

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

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 73%
    • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 12%
    • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 9%
    • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

British ColumbiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in British Columbia 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.
  • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

In 2024, the province changed its staffing model for 60 rural and remote communities in the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser health regions. As opposed to the previous on-call model, the new staffing model has a more comprehensive approach. The change will add 261 new full-time paramedic positions in these communities.


The Government of B.C. is hiring new full-time paramedics in remote communities and introducing new ambulance service models. The goal of these changes is to improve service for communities while improving conditions for paramedics. These models will be more flexible to deal with spikes in demand.


There continues to be acute labour shortages, affecting the delivery of health care services in various parts of the province, especially in rural areas.

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 4,550 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 76%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
  • 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
  • 67% of paramedical occupations work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • Less than 5% of paramedical occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 61% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 39% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 34% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Cariboo Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Cariboo region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the Cariboo region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Kootenay 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 Paramedical occupations in the Kootenay region:

  • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

  • Approximately 1,930 people work in this occupation.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 91%

Nechako Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Nechako 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 Paramedical occupations in the Nechako region:

  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the North Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Paramedical occupations in the North Coast region:

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Paramedical occupations in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

  • Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations 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 Paramedical occupations (NOC 32102) 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 Paramedical occupations in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

  • Approximately 940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Paramedical occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 91%

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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