Job prospects Lifeguard in the Edmonton Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Edmonton 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 limited for Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) in the Edmonton 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 a small 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 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 4,180 people work in this occupation.
• Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 61%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology