Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness in Saint John - St. Stephen

The employment outlook will be Moderate for program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100) 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.
• 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 Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 310 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): 67%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 7%