Job prospects Receptionist in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region

Over the past few years (2022-2024), the labour market was balanced for Receptionists in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River 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 Methodology

The employment outlook will be Moderate for receptionists (NOC 14101) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

• Advancements in technology have altered the core functions of this occupation towards more advanced computer skills. Other office duties, including data entry and general office work, have been consolidated into some receptionist positions.

Here are some key facts about receptionists in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

• Receptionists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 50%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology