Construction
Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey industry category (14-10-0023-01). Shares and indicators below are published data; relationships carry their evidence class. See the Canada report for analysis and the relationship explorer.
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Share of employment in construction
Statistics Canada annual average 2025, share of each province's total employment.
| Province | Share of employment | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Edward Island | 10.3% | 9,600 |
| Alberta | 10.0% | 259,300 |
| British Columbia | 8.9% | 262,200 |
| Nova Scotia | 8.3% | 43,700 |
| Manitoba | 8.1% | 59,800 |
| New Brunswick | 7.9% | 32,100 |
| Saskatchewan | 7.7% | 47,700 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 7.4% | 18,200 |
| Ontario | 7.0% | 577,500 |
| Quebec | 7.0% | 323,500 |
Latest output and activity indicators
Canada-level series linked to this industry in the relationship graph.
| Series | Latest | Period | Change, 12 periods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment, Canada: Construction | 1.66e+6 | 2026-10 | 2.9% |
| Real GDP at basic prices, Canada: Construction | 1.72e+11 | 2026-08 | 0.4% |
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What is recorded
Each with its evidence class; none is an estimated effect unless it says so.
No relationship other than employment shares is recorded for this industry.