The employment in the gambling and betting sector in Canada experienced significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. After a relatively stable period from 2013 to 2015, a notable increase occurred in 2016 and 2018, followed by a slight decline in 2019. The sector experienced a sharp contraction in 2020, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by moderate recovery in 2021 and a strong rebound in 2022. However, 2023 revealed a decline as the sector stabilized post-recovery.

Looking forward, the forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a gradual decline, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -1.51%. The trend indicates a slow decrease, reflecting potential market saturation or consolidation, and possible shifts towards digital betting platforms reducing labor intensity.

Future trends to watch for include:

Growth of online and mobile gambling, potentially leading to lower labor requirements.
Regulatory changes impacting employment levels, such as insights into industry growth or contraction.
Technological advancements affecting operational efficiencies and altering labor demands.
Economic factors influencing disposable income and gambling activities, indirectly affecting employment.