Job prospects House Painter in the Ottawa Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Ottawa 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 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Ottawa region:

• Approximately 1,350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology