Funeral directors and embalmers in Thompson - Okanagan

The employment outlook will be Moderate for funeral directors and embalmers (NOC 62201) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several 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.

Here are some key facts about funeral directors and embalmers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Funeral directors and embalmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): more than 95%