Job prospects Sandblaster - Metal Products Manufacturing in the Kootenay Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Labourers in metal fabrication in the Kootenay Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100) in the Kootenay region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

Here are some key facts about Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Kootenay region:

• Approximately 2,100 people work in this occupation.
• Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 89%

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