Job outlooks for Insurance agents and brokers

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Occupation

insurance agent (63100)

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Newfoundland and LabradorGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

  • Approximately 850 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 77% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
  • 19% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 32% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 68% 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: 27% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 39% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 14% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Avalon Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

  • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Prince Edward IslandGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Prince Edward Island:

  • Approximately 200 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 94%
    • Fishing, hunting and trapping (NAICS 114): 6%
  • 70% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 30% 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 44 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
  • 31% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Nova ScotiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.

The province has seen growth in its finance and insurance sector in recent years, and this trend should continue. Furthermore, online tools are allowing customers to get quotes without the involvement of sales representatives, and financial planners are selling insurance plans now too. These developments are reducing employer demand for agents and brokers, and it appears there is generally a sufficient pool of qualified labour to fill vacant positions. Some employers are recruiting across provincial boundaries to find the most qualified candidates. There is presently some demand for workers who are bilingual.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 2,500 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 77% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 12% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 40% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 60% 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: 22% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Annapolis Valley Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Annapolis Valley region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Cape Breton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Cape Breton region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Halifax Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Halifax region:

  • Approximately 1,640 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

North Shore Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the North Shore region:

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Southern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Southern region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

New BrunswickGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in New Brunswick for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 1,950 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 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 insurance agents and brokers 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 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 10% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 37% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 63% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 34% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 20% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Campbellton–Miramichi Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Edmundston–Woodstock Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

  • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Fredericton–Oromocto Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

  • Approximately 740 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

  • Approximately 580 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

QuebecGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in Quebec 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.

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Quebec:

  • Approximately 16,350 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance, real estate and leasing (NAICS 52, 53): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 73% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 27% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 13% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 40% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 60% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 18% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 38% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

  • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 90%

Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

  • Approximately 2,510 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Centre-du-Québec Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

  • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

  • Approximately 1,600 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Côte-Nord Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Estrie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Estrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Estrie region:

  • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

  • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Lanaudière Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Lanaudière region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Lanaudière region:

  • Approximately 940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Laurentides Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Laurentides region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Laurentides region:

  • Approximately 1,070 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 92%

Laval Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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.

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region:

  • Approximately 8,070 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Mauricie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Mauricie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Mauricie region:

  • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Montréal Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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.

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

  • Approximately 8,070 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Montérégie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Montérégie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Montérégie region:

  • Approximately 2,760 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Nord-du-Québec Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Outaouais Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Outaouais region:

  • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment trends are dependent on various factors related to the finance and insurance industries.

In recent years, insurance companies have invested in diversifying their services to offer personalized coverage for businesses and individuals. In addition, investments in electronic platforms are facilitating access to their products. The growth of the population is also expected to result in increased demand for various insurance products in the coming years. 

The ongoing digital transformation and the tendency of financial planners to sell insurance plans could limit the scope of factors that are beneficial for this occupational group.

While the employment outlook will be good for this occupational group at the provincial level, it will be limited in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

  • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

OntarioModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in Ontario 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 Insurance agents and brokers in Ontario:

  • Approximately 37,050 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 79% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 23% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 44% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 56% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 9% compared to 13% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 3,700 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

  • Approximately 820 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 3,590 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

London Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the London 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the London region:

  • Approximately 1,560 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

  • Approximately 780 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Northeast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Northwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Northwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Northwest region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Ottawa Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Ottawa region:

  • Approximately 2,180 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Toronto Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Toronto 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Toronto region:

  • Approximately 20,620 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Windsor - Sarnia 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

  • Approximately 1,860 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

ManitobaVery good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in Manitoba for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 3,100 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 79% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 15% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 37% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 63% 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: 32% compared to 31% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 22% 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 Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Interlake 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Interlake region:

  • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

North Central Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the North Central 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the North Central region:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

North Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the North 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the North region:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Parklands Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Parklands 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Parklands region:

  • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

South Central Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the South Central 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the South Central region:

  • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Southeast Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Southeast 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Southeast region:

  • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Southwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Southwest region:

  • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Winnipeg Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Winnipeg region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Winnipeg region:

  • Approximately 1,990 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

SaskatchewanGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in Saskatchewan for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Recent surge in crop insurance claims resulting from extreme weather conditions may sustain jobs for this occupation. 
  • Falling auto prices, low interest rates, and rebounding housing starts to meet rising demand for housing should drive up demand for insurance and for workers in this occupation.
  • Employment opportunities may be influenced by ongoing digital transformation initiatives, including the availability of online services and automation of back-office processes.


Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 2,450 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • 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
  • 86% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 14% 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 49 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 21% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 35% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 65% 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: 32% compared to 33% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 15% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 20% 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 Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Northern region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Northern region:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Prince Albert Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Prince Albert region:

  • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

  • Approximately 750 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

  • Approximately 880 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Yorkton–Melville Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Yorkton - Melville region:

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

AlbertaModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in Alberta for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in Alberta:

  • Approximately 8,450 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 77% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 22% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 36% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 64% 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: 31% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 23% 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 Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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 few new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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 few new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

  • Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Calgary Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Calgary region:

  • Approximately 3,110 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

  • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Edmonton Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Edmonton region:

  • Approximately 2,890 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

  • Approximately 640 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Red Deer Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Red Deer region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a few 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Red Deer region:

  • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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 few new positions.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

  • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

British ColumbiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 14,800 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 78% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
  • 74% of insurance agents and brokers work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 24% of insurance agents and brokers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 37% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 63% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 30% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 9% compared to 12% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Cariboo Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Cariboo 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Cariboo region:

  • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Kootenay Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) 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.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Kootenay region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

  • Approximately 9,740 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Nechako Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Nechako 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Nechako region:

  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

North Coast Region Very good

The employment outlook will be very good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the North 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the North Coast region:

  • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Northeast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Northeast 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Insurance agents and brokers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

  • Approximately 2,150 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Insurance agents and brokers (NOC 63100) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • 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 Insurance agents and brokers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

  • Approximately 1,880 people work in this occupation.
  • Insurance agents and brokers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): more than 95%

Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

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

Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

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

NunavutUndetermined

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

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