In 2023, the Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Services sector in Canada recorded total employee hours slightly lower than in 2024. The forecast indicates a steady annual increase in employee hours from 2024 through 2028. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2%, from 2025 to 2026 about 2%, and similarly continuing upwards at around this rate through 2028. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 2% expected for the five-year period. These steady increases point towards growth potential and increased demand within this sector.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased environmental regulations driving demand for waste management services.
Technological advancements potentially improving efficiency and impacting labor needs.
Climate change effects, necessitating enhanced water supply and waste management solutions.