Job prospects Customer Service Cashier in the Outaouais Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Cashiers in the Outaouais Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Cashiers (NOC 65100) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is influenced by factors that affect retail trade and, to a lesser extent, food and beverage services.

Despite rising household incomes, economic uncertainty is making consumers prioritize spending money on essentials, such as health products and food. In fact, around a third of workers in this occupational group work in grocery stores, which is a sector that is expected to maintain its workforce over the forecast period.

E-commerce, which is now an integral part of shopping habits, will continue to grow along with the use of self-service checkouts. These trends could slow the demand for these employees, but more so in the medium to long term.

The influx of immigrants supported the sector by increasing the number of candidates, which led to increased competition for positions. Although the situation has improved in large cities, certain regions continue to have recruitment difficulties.

Nevertheless, given that it is an entry-level position in the labour market, there will be many opportunities from staff turnover.

Here are some key facts about Cashiers in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 4,120 people work in this occupation.
• Cashiers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 71%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 22%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology