Roofers and shinglers in Cape Breton

The employment outlook will be Good for roofers and shinglers (NOC 73110) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate 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 roofers and shinglers in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Roofers and shinglers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 94%
  • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 6%