32101 economic 2025-2027
Lower Mainland - Southwest Good
Canada Good
Licensed practical nurses in Lower Mainland - Southwest
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$28.00
/hr
Typical
$32.04
/hr
Experienced
$40.38
/hr
Average: $33.77/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Good for licensed practical nurses (NOC 32101) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about licensed practical nurses in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:
- Approximately 3,590 people work in this occupation.
- Licensed practical nurses mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 66%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 31%