Job prospects Newspaper Carrier in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region

We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Couriers, messengers and door-to-door distributors in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors (NOC 75201) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

• This work is physically demanding as employees are often required to lift heavy objects repeatedly.
• Transportation of dangerous goods (TGD) certification may improve one's chances of finding work. As would a familiarity with freight handling procedures and regulations. However, most training is provided on-the-job.
• These roles typically involve some interaction with customers, particularly when handling payments. Therefore, candidates should be able to communicate effectively.
• A driver's licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven is required.

Here are some key facts about Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

• Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 50%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 27%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology