Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in Cape Breton

The employment outlook will be Good for program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) in the Cape Breton 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• 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 program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 75%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
  • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%