Transport truck drivers in Outaouais

The employment outlook will be Limited for transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

These workers transport goods to Canadian and foreign markets. Employment in this occupation is therefore influenced by economic conditions and the business environment in these markets.

Household consumption of goods has been growing steadily for several years, which boosts truck freight transportation. However, the climate of uncertainty surrounding U.S. tarrifs could curb exports to the United States, slow down the economy and consumption and thereby limit hiring in some companies in the short term.

Technological advances in logistics, such as navigation and communication systems, are improving the efficiency of road transport by optimizing itineraries and reducing delays. Productivity gains are tempering the demand for these drivers. In the long run, the gradual arrival of self-driving trucks could also reduce the outlook for this occupation.

Here are some key facts about transport truck drivers in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 2,370 people work in this occupation.
• Transport truck drivers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 53%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 6%