Cooks

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

• Approximately 1,060 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 61%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 16%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Annapolis Valley region:

• Approximately 630 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 72%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Avalon Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,730 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 67%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 6%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
• The Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House economic region is heavily reliant on tourism. 
• The region is likely to continue to be a top tourist destination, driving up the need to fill related occupations. 
• Moreover, the region had the highest job vacancy rate among economic regions in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are job postings that are going unfilled.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

• Approximately 1,910 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

• Approximately 1,490 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 56%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 21%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 13%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 6,410 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 81%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

• Approximately 760 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 68%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 16%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

• Approximately 980 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 810 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 68%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 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 a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Capitale-Nationale region:

• Approximately 4,570 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 71%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Cariboo region:

• Approximately 800 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Centre-du-Québec region:

• Approximately 1,880 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 82%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

• Approximately 2,460 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 67%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

• Approximately 1,120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 56%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 6,450 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 86%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

• Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 65%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 13%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Estrie region:

• Approximately 2,180 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 68%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 830 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 70%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 8%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

• Approximately 760 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 54%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 12%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 2,770 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 73%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

• Approximately 6,670 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 81%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Interlake region:

• Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 56%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

• Approximately 2,480 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 68%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 5,420 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 78%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Kootenay region:

• Approximately 1,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 73%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Lanaudière region:

• Approximately 3,840 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 69%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 14%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Laurentides region:

• Approximately 4,300 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 83%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

• Approximately 23,650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

• Approximately 1,430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 14%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the London region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the London region:

• Approximately 3,170 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 84%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 16,260 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 83%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Mauricie region:

• Approximately 1,920 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 78%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 1,240 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 71%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 11%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Montérégie region:

• Approximately 7,620 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

• Approximately 23,650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

• Approximately 1,580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 61%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 25%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Nechako region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of 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 cooks in the Nechako region:

• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 51%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 56%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of 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 cooks in the North region:

• Approximately 590 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the North Central region:

• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 44%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 43%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the North Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of 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 cooks in the North Coast region:

• Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 51%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the North Shore region:

• Approximately 1,010 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 75%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 14%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 21%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 2,150 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 73%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Northern region:

• Approximately 1,010 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 54%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Northwest region:

• Approximately 1,230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 69%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

• Approximately 530 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 38%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 19%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Ottawa region:

• Approximately 6,290 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 82%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 1,840 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 67%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 17%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of 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 cooks in the Parklands region:

• Approximately 590 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Prince Albert region:

• Approximately 1,010 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 54%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 1,110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

• Approximately 2,010 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 16%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 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.

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions, as well as catering services.

The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the clientele in the food services industry. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This trend may foster employment in fast-food restaurants at the expense of full-service restaurants.

Additionally, to remain profitable, various restaurants are simplifying their menus, reducing their workforce, and adopting automated solutions, which change labour requirements and could restrict hiring.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

• Approximately 1,710 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 69%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 790 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 68%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 11%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many 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 cooks in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

• Approximately 2,100 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the South Central region:

• Approximately 490 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 44%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 43%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

• Approximately 530 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 38%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 19%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 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 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 cooks in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 510 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 61%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 21%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Southern region:

• Approximately 580 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 59%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 9%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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 cooks in the Southwest region:

• Approximately 750 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 67%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,790 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 23%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

• Approximately 520 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 20%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 3,740 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 81%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Toronto region:

• Approximately 21,170 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 80%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 5,290 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for cooks (NOC 63200) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

• Approximately 590 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 70%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

• Approximately 3,880 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 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 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 cooks in the Winnipeg region:

• Approximately 4,670 people work in this occupation.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%

The employment outlook will be Limited for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.
• Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 640 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 71%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

The employment outlook will be Good for cooks (NOC 63200) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several 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.

Here are some key facts about cooks in the Yorkton - Melville region:

• Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Cooks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 55%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 26%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%