Job prospects Food Store Clerk - Retail in the Kingston–Pembroke Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Retail salespersons in the Kingston–Pembroke 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 Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

Here are some key facts about Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

• Approximately 6,430 people work in this occupation.
• Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 82%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology