Job prospects Lawn And Garden Supplies Salesperson - Retail in the Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region

Over the past few years (2022-2024), there was a labour shortage for Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be Moderate for retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

• Economic uncertainty amid ongoing trade disputes may affect decision making of some consumers.
• Overall employment will be tied to consumer spending levels and the general health of the economy. Decreased consumer spending will be reflected in a lower demand for these occupations.
• Population growth should help keep consumer spending from declining.

Here are some key facts about retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

• Approximately 5,630 people work in this occupation.
• Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 74%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology