Job prospects Landscape Worker in the Northeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers in the Northeast Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers (NOC 85121) in the Northeast region for the 2023-2025 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 1,620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 40%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 22%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 9%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology