Construction trades helpers and labourers in Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake

The employment outlook will be Limited for construction trades helpers and labourers (NOC 75110) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

• Labour shortages are expected in the construction trades for the forecast period.
• Provincial infrastructure spending for the upgrade and construction of schools and highways will support employment opportunities in non-residential construction for the forecast period.
• New housing starts in Alberta are expected to remain strong due to a growing population driving demand. 
• Renovation investment is expected to steadily increase to maintain older housing and allow homeowners to age in place.

Here are some key facts about construction trades helpers and labourers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 1,390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Construction trades helpers and labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 78%