Job prospects Translator in the Moncton–Richibucto Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Translators, terminologists and interpreters in the Moncton–Richibucto Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Translators, terminologists and interpreters (NOC 51114) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.

• As New Brunswick remains the only constitutionally bilingual province (French and English) in Canada, demand for translators, terminologists and interpreters is expected to remain positive over the forecast period.
• With respect to interpreters, opportunities will likely to be more readily available to those who have acquired some experience job shadowing and/or who own their equipment. There also exists opportunities for those who are able to offer services that break from convention, in order to reduce costs. For instance, by operating without an interpreter booth, one can significantly reduce overhead. Those able to apply newer digital technological solutions, such as digital receivers and video conferencing services, may also benefit from more opportunities.
• Formal education is generally not a necessity, though employers may prefer candidates with certification or with some college or university education in related fields. Certification and/or a membership from a provincial association may be required.
• As government institutions, industry organizations and unions generate much of the demand for these services, opportunities are more likely to be available in and around New Brunswick's larger urban centres of Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John, where most of these entities' headquarters are located.

Here are some key facts about Translators, terminologists and interpreters in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Translators, terminologists and interpreters mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

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