The employment in Canada's Public Administration, Defence, and Compulsory Social Security sectors is projected to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028, with a growth from 2.11 billion hours in 2024 to 2.16 billion hours in 2028. In 2023, employment in these sectors stood at just under 2.11 billion hours. The year-on-year expansion appears modest, averaging approximately 0.47% annually. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a consistent upward trend in employment hours.
Future trends to watch include the impact of government policy changes, technological advancements, and shifts in socio-economic factors on employment demand within these sectors. Monitoring these influences will be crucial for anticipating resource needs and planning workforce strategies.
