Carpenters

Prince Edward Island

The employment outlook will be Very good for carpenters (NOC 72310) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.Carpenters continue to be in high demand in P.E.I., driven by housing shortages, new residential construction, and steady renovation activity. Residential employment is expected to continue to grow over the forecast period, creating strong demand for carpenters. Seasonal demand remains a factor, with peak employment during the summer months, but opportunities are also sustained through renovation and maintenance projects year-round. Many carpenters in P.E.I. are self-employed, and entrepreneurial opportunities remain strong, particularly for those with specialized skills. For new graduates or career seekers, this occupation offers stable employment, competitive wages, and advancement potential, with prospects strongest for those who can adapt to new technologies (e.g., digital blueprints, advanced tools) and are willing to travel to job sites across the province. Here are some key facts about carpenters in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 1,100 people work in this occupation. Carpenters mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 93% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 16% for all occupations50% of carpenters work all year, while 50% 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 41 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.30% of carpenters 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: 16% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 30% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% 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: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

Nunavut

The employment outlook will be Good for carpenters (NOC 72310) 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 carpenters in Nunavut: Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Carpenters mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 73%Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 8%Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7% 56% of carpenters work all year, while 43% 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 40 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.6% of carpenters are self-employed compared to an average of less than 5% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 95% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 5% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 47% compared to 37% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 14% compared to 22% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 28% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 15% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Nova Scotia

The employment outlook will be Good for carpenters (NOC 72310) 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.Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.Carpenters are in high demand in many areas of mainland Nova Scotia, due in part to the high level of housing construction and renovation activity currently taking place. Opportunities for carpenters are not always advertised through traditional channels. Possession of a vehicle is often a job requirement, which may be a barrier to some candidates. The limited supply of carpenters has prompted some employers or contractors to offer improved compensation, drawing workers from up to an hour away. It has also served to improve hiring prospects for recent graduates from carpentry programs, as well as jobseekers with experience but no formal training. Some employers may hire an applicant with little carpentry experience as a helper or labourer, but provide informal on-the-job carpentry training. Those pursuing a formal apprenticeship in carpentry may be challenged by a lack of existing Red Seal journeypersons who are able to supervise themHere are some key facts about carpenters in Nova Scotia: Approximately 5,250 people work in this occupation. Carpenters mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 86% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 91% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 9% compared to 18% for all occupations48% of carpenters 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.31% of carpenters 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: 16% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 26% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 32% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% 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