Conference and event planners
Conference and event planners plan, organize and coordinate conferences, conventions, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, trade shows, festivals and other events.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
SK, MB, PE
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Meet with trade and professional associations and other groups to promote and discuss conference, convention and trade show services
- Meet with sponsors and organizing committees to plan the scope and format of events, to establish and monitor budgets and to review administrative procedures and progress of events
- Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, conference and other facilities, catering, signage, displays, translation, special needs requirements, audio-visual equipment, printing and security
- Organize registration of participants, prepare programs and promotional material, and publicize events
- Plan entertainment and social gatherings for participants
- Hire, train and supervise support staff required for events
- Ensure compliance with required by-laws
- Negotiate contracts for services, approve suppliers' invoices, maintain financial records, review final billing submitted to clients for events and prepare reports.
Qualifications
- checkA university degree or college diploma in business, tourism or hospitality administration is usually required.
- checkSeveral years of experience in hospitality or tourism administration or in public relations are usually required and may substitute for formal education requirements.
- checkCertification relating to special events, meetings or conference management may be required.
Market Outlook by Province
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for conference and event planners (NOC 12103) 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about conference and event planners in Saskatchewan: Approximately 600 people work in this occupation. Conference and event planners mainly work in the following sectors: Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 25%Personal and laundry services (NAICS 812): 18%Universities (NAICS 6113): 14%Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 9%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 67% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 33% compared to 19% for all occupations51% of conference and event planners work all year, while 49% 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 37 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.26% of conference and event planners are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 26% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 74% 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: 33% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
Manitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for conference and event planners (NOC 12103) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about conference and event planners in Manitoba: Approximately 550 people work in this occupation. Conference and event planners mainly work in the following sectors: Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 27%Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 16%Personal and laundry services (NAICS 812): 13%Universities (NAICS 6113): 8%Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 7% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 71% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 28% compared to 19% for all occupations60% of conference and event planners work all year, while 40% 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 40 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.17% of conference and event planners are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 31% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 69% 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: 35% compared to 31% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Prince Edward Island
The employment outlook will be Moderate for conference and event planners (NOC 12103) in Prince Edward Island 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Conference and event planners are employed across sectors—from civic organizations and tourism to arts, sports, and corporate events—where they coordinate logistics, venues, vendors, and guest experiences. While some roles require several years of experience and formal education, others are open to entry-level candidates with strong organizational and communication skills. Industry certifications like the Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) or CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) can boost job prospects. With the rise of hybrid and virtual events, planners who are tech-savvy and adaptable to changing formats should be well-positioned to find work. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel remains important. Here are some key facts about conference and event planners in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Conference and event planners mainly work in the following sectors: Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 57%Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 31%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 11% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 82% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 18% compared to 16% for all occupations35% of conference and event planners work all year, while 65% 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 33 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 39% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 61% 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: 38% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 25% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
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Search Conference and event plannersarrow_forwardCore Competencies
Coordinating and Time Management
to coordinate services such as accommodation, transportation, conference halls and other facilities, catering, audio-visual equipment and security
Negotiating and Persuading
to secure better rates for venues, catering, entertainment and other services
Multitasking
to juggle various tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, liaising with vendors, securing venues and arranging accommodations
Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity
to communicate with clients, vendors and participants, ensuring all event details are clearly conveyed and understood
Attention to Detail
to ensure all aspects of an event are correctly covered, from scheduling to logistics
Knowledge in Client Service
to understand client needs and preferences to ensure the event is tailored to meet their specific requirements and expectations
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