Employment in the Sports Activities, Amusement, and Recreation Activities sector in Canada stood at 153.78 thousand persons in 2023. Over the years, this sector experienced fluctuations. Significant growth was witnessed from 2013 to 2019 with steady year-on-year increases, peaking in 2019 at 168.21 thousand. However, in 2020, the sector faced a sharp decline by 29.03% due to the global pandemic. Recovery efforts were visible in 2021 and 2022 with a notable rebound in employment rates. Yet, a minor decrease occurred in 2023, registering a 4.48% decline. The average growth trend from 2018 to 2023 indicates a slight decrease at approximately -1.66% CAGR.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest a period of stability with minimal fluctuations. Expected growth rates are low, with only a 0.09% CAGR and a total growth of 0.46% over these years, signifying a stagnation in sectoral employment. Future trends to watch include technological advancements potentially reducing manual roles, a global push for healthier lifestyles possibly increasing demand for recreational activities, and economic factors that might impact consumer spending in this sector.
