Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in Halifax

The employment outlook will be Good for painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Halifax 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.
• 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 painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 820 people work in this occupation.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%