NOC 72200: Electricians (except industrial and power system)

The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Electricians in P.E.I. continue to be in demand, driven by housing shortages, new residential construction, and ongoing renovation activity. Labour shortages remain a challenge, with retirements and skill gaps compounding recruitment needs. For new graduates or career seekers, this occupation offers stable employment, competitive wages, and diverse opportunities across residential, commercial, and maintenance sectors, with prospects strongest for those holding formal training, Red Seal certification, and adaptability to evolving technologies such as energy efficient systems.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Prince Edward Island:

Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

66% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 34% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.

16% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: n/a

high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 47% compared to 11% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 36% compared to 25% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Demand for industrial electricians exceeds supply in some parts of the province, which suggests favourable hiring prospects for jobseekers. Those who already have a Red Seal and certification should have little difficulty finding work. Industrial electricians may be self-employed contractors, members of a union, or employed by a single industrial facility. A current barrier to employment for apprentices and those who are considering becoming an industrial electrician is a shortage of journeypersons to supervise them during their apprenticeship.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nova Scotia:

Approximately 2,950 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

55% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 45% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 55% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 32% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several 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.

This occupation will benefit from major public and private construction projects scheduled in Northwest Territories over the forecast period.

For example, the planned construction of the $1.65 billion Mackenzie Valley Highway, connecting Wrigley to Norman Wells, is expected to generate employment in this occupation when construction begins in 2027 or 2028. Ongoing work at the $4 billion Giant Mine remediation site may also lead to construction employment.

Local training for this occupation is available at Aurora College.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Northwest Territories:

Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 79%

Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 12%

Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 88% compared to 88% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations

75% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.

26% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: n/a

high school diploma or equivalent: 11% compared to 26% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 63% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 18% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: n/a

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

The employment outlook will be Good for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

This occupation will benefit from major public and private construction projects scheduled in Nunavut over the forecast period.

For example, the planned construction of a new air terminal in Rankin Inlet by 2026 and the Nunavut Inuit Heritage Centre in Iqaluit in 2027 are expected to generate employment in this occupation.

The Government of Nunavut's proposed $3.3 billion project to connect Manitoba Hydro's power grid to five western Nunavut communities and a gold mine, if built, would also lead to new construction jobs in the territory.

Nunavut has a shortage of skilled tradespeople to complete major public and private construction projects, leading to contractors routinely bringing in workers from southern Canada.

Local training for this occupation is available at Nunavut Arctic College.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nunavut:

Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 79%

Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 12%

Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 78% compared to 87% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 22% compared to 13% for all occupations

44% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 56% work only part of the year, compared to 72% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 33 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 15% compared to 37% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 38% compared to 11% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 15% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: n/a

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.

Employment prospects are positive due to the high level of construction activity in the province. Construction levels in other provinces might also affect prospects, as electricians tend to be fairly mobile.

Maintenance, repair and retrofits of computerized heating, lighting, ventilation, air conditioning and alarm systems in buildings may continue to provide some employment opportunities for electricians with skilled knowledge of these systems. Electricians may face periods of unemployment as they move between projects. A number of electricians are self-employed which can help to maintain employment during periods of economic uncertainty.

Workers in this occupation are often required to travel between job sites and working overtime and on weekends can be common.

The construction electrician occupation is regulated in New Brunswick. As such, candidates are expected to hold a New Brunswick Diploma of Apprenticeship and a Certificate of Qualification. A Red Seal endorsement will further enhance prospects.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in New Brunswick:

Approximately 2,350 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 93% compared to 84% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 7% compared to 16% for all occupations

48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 30% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 56% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 23% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 16% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

Most work in construction, mainly as building equipment contractors

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

Large infrastructure investments

New housing developments to meet population growth in some of Ontario’s largest urban centres

What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

There are two compulsory skilled trades associated with this occupation in Ontario, named, Electrician – Construction and Maintenance, and Electrician – Domestic and Rural.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Ontario:

Approximately 44,100 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations

56% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 44% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 25% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 47% compared to 8% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 24% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Strong growth in residential construction and a modest growth in renovations and non-residential construction over the forecast period will enhance employment prospects for this occupation.

Falling interest rates and lower borrowing costs should support an increase in renovations and home improvement projects, and support work opportunities for this occupation.

Construction electricians typically require an apprenticeship and trade certification.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Saskatchewan:

Approximately 3,550 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 93% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations

55% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 45% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

12% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 14% compared to 33% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 74% compared to 15% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.

Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Alberta:

Approximately 17,950 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 93% compared to 80% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations

48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 57% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 21% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Non-residential construction should be the main source of employment opportunities. Self-employment is fairly common in this occupation. Workers may be expected to travel to various work sites. Certified journeypersons will have improved employment prospects.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Newfoundland and Labrador:

Approximately 1,750 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 94% compared to 83% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations

40% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 60% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 35 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: n/a

high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 72% compared to 17% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 23% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 14% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.

Not many 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 electricians (except industrial and power system) in Quebec:

Approximately 20,400 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations

48% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

9% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 78% compared to 19% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Demand for this occupation is driven by construction activity in institutional, commercial and residential new build, retrofit, and renovation projects.

Key trends in this occupation include installing, integrating and fixing the Internet of Things (IoT) devices in residential and commercial smart spaces and smart grids.

Efficiency needs may shift to prefabrication of electrical components off-site.

Jobs are concentrated in the Southeast and Interlake regions.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in Manitoba:

Approximately 4,900 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 88%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations

56% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 43% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 31% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 59% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.

Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation is primarily in the non-residential construction sector.

Non-residential sector growth is variable over the forecast period, with a peak in 2027 due to major engineering and ICI (industrial, commercial, institutional) projects.

The education, transportation (for example public transit and highways), utilities (for example power lines), high tech (for example AI data centres), mining, oil and gas (for example pipelines and LNG terminals) sectors have major infrastructure investments planned. The Government of Canada’s plans to increase defence spending will likely create job opportunities.

Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in British Columbia:

Approximately 18,250 people work in this occupation.

Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:

Construction (NAICS 23): 85%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 92% compared to 78% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 8% compared to 22% for all occupations

52% of electricians (except industrial and power system) work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

10% of electricians (except industrial and power system) are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 19% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 56% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 22% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations