Job prospects Receptionist in the Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Receptionists in the Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Receptionists (NOC 14101) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake 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.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Receptionists in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

• Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Receptionists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 45%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology