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What Is The Job Outlook In BC?

firefighter uniforms and helmets hanging on a wall
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WorkBC indicates this is a high opportunity occupation. There is currently a great deal of competition for available job openings for firefighters. However, it is expected that a large number of retirements in the coming years will create new employment opportunities.

Most fire departments are trying to increase the diversity of the force, including the number of visible minority and female candidates.

Most jobs are available in regions with larger populations including: Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, the Okanagan, Kamloops, Prince George and the Kootenay region.

Employment Outlook in BC, 2022-2032

xpected Job Openings, forecasted job openings & employment growth rate, composition of job openings

Chart from WorkBC