Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake

The employment outlook will be Moderate for retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Economic uncertainty amid ongoing trade disputes may affect decision making of some consumers.
• Overall employment will be tied to consumer spending levels and the general health of the economy. Decreased consumer spending will be reflected in a lower demand for these occupations.
• Population growth should help keep consumer spending from declining.

Here are some key facts about retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 1,990 people work in this occupation.
• Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 87%