Job prospects Labourer, Excavation in the Bas-Saint-Laurent Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Construction trades helpers and labourers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be limited for Construction trades helpers and labourers (NOC 75110) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2024-2026 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Construction trades helpers and labourers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

• Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Construction trades helpers and labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 70%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 5%

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