Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake

The employment outlook will be Limited for program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, employment remains sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
• However, with aging infrastructure and community development the construction and renovation of recreational facilities will meet growing demand. 

Here are some key facts about program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 250 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): 74%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 9%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%