Job prospects Lifeguard, Pool in the Southeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Southeast Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) in the Southeast 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 36%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 35%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 23%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology