Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in North Central

The employment outlook will be Moderate for program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) 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.
• Not many 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.

Here are some key facts about program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in the North Central region:

• 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): 41%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 36%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%