Job prospects Hydroponics Grower in the Calgary Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Managers in horticulture in the Calgary Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Managers in horticulture (NOC 80021) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Managers in horticulture in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Managers in horticulture mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology