Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

• Approximately 440 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 51%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 13%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Annapolis Valley region:

• Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 38%
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 21%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 17%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 few 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 40%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 15%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Avalon Peninsula region:

• Approximately 650 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 40%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 26%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 few 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

• Approximately 1,890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 40%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 15%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

• Approximately 560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 45%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 22%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Calgary 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.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 4,740 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 39%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

• Approximately 770 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 49%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 13%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Camrose - Drumheller 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.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

• Approximately 900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 37%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 32%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 45%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 17%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 14%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Capitale-Nationale region:

• Approximately 1,160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 40%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 20%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 15%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Cariboo 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.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Cariboo region:

• Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 33%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Centre-du-Québec region:

• Approximately 470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 42%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

• Approximately 660 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 40%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

• Approximately 1,420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 27%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 13%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Edmonton 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.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 4,180 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 39%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 25%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

• Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 61%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 17%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Estrie region:

• Approximately 710 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 22%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 570 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 38%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 36%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

• Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 45%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 1,020 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 50%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 17%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

• Approximately 3,920 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 42%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Interlake region:

• Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 61%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

• Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 39%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 27%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 4,280 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 44%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Kootenay 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.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Kootenay region:

• Approximately 930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 30%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 23%
  • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 9%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Lanaudière region:

• Approximately 1,570 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 43%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 16%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Laurentides region:

• Approximately 1,080 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 35%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 31%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

• Approximately 8,150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

• Approximately 1,150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 34%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the London region:

• Approximately 2,170 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 43%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 8,600 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 37%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 31%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Mauricie region:

• Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 46%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 17%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 840 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 45%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 22%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Montérégie region:

• Approximately 2,820 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 31%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 24%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

• Approximately 8,150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

• Approximately 1,590 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 54%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 11%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Nechako 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.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Nechako region:

• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 32%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 24%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 11%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions 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.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 27%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 13%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the North region:

• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 37%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 9%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 7%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the North Central region:

• Approximately 510 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 26%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 10%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the North Coast 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.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the North Coast region:

• Approximately 740 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 32%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 24%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 11%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the North Shore region:

• Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 49%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 18%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 2,350 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 39%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 480 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 51%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 13%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%
  • Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 114, 1153): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Northern 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.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Northern region:

• Approximately 770 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 43%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 10%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Northwest region:

• Approximately 1,320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 36%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 22%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 47%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 12%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Ottawa region:

• Approximately 3,920 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 49%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several 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 primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 44%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Parklands region:

• Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 37%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 9%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Prince Albert 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.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Prince Albert region:

• Approximately 770 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 43%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 10%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Red Deer 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.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 31%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 27%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

The employment outlook will be Very good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Regina - Moose Mountain 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

• Approximately 1,240 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 35%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

The employment outlook will be Limited for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for cleaning services, which is linked, among other things, to the number of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. It also depends on work organization and the growing complexity of certain cleaning tasks that require more specialized personnel.

In recent years, this occupational group has benefited from significantly enhanced hygiene measures, particularly in schools and healthcare facilities. However, with the surge in telework, many companies have downsized their offices, which has slowed hiring.

In an uncertain economic context, which is marked by trade tensions with the United States and by concerns about the future of the economy, investors are being more cautious. Major projects in the commercial and industrial sectors are therefore being postponed until there is more clarity on the economic and political situation. This slowdown in the labour market directly affects office use and business spending, which limits the construction of new buildings.

Nevertheless, maintaining high health standards helps to preserve most jobs in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

• Approximately 1,260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 46%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 810 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 52%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 19%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Saskatoon - Biggar 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.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

• Approximately 1,090 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 44%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 21%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the South Central region:

• Approximately 510 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 26%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 10%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

• Approximately 540 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 47%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 12%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 64%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 11%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Southern region:

• Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 49%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 18%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Southwest region:

• Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 42%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 30%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 9%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,080 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 30%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 26%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw 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.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

• Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 34%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 23%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 8%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 2,500 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 31%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Toronto region:

• Approximately 14,780 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 40%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 few 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 2,000 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 30%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

• Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 36%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

• Approximately 2,770 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 30%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 25%
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 6%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Winnipeg region:

• Approximately 2,680 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 47%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 16%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 1,350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 53%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 18%
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) 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.
• 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 janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Yorkton - Melville region:

• Approximately 430 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 30%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 22%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 11%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%