Job prospects Building Painter in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula 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 Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,510 people work in this occupation.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology