Job prospects Apprentice Electrician in the Thompson–Okanagan Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Thompson–Okanagan Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be limited for Electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several 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 Electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 2,000 people work in this occupation.
• Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology