Labour Market Information

Resources to help individuals make informed decisions about their education, training, employment, or business operations.

Employment demand by occupation and education

Forecasts and projections showing expected job demand across occupations and education levels in the Northwest Territories.

Less than high school

Forecasts for jobs and employment demand where less than a high school education is common.

High school

Labour demand trends for occupations typically requiring a high school diploma.

College diploma

Job demand and growth trends for occupations requiring a college diploma in the NWT.

University

Employment demand forecasts for occupations commonly requiring a university degree.

Management

Demand and trends for management and supervisory roles across industries in the NWT.

Trades and occupations

Expected demand and trends for trade and technical occupations in the NWT labour market.

Labour market demand and statistics

Data and analysis on employment trends, workforce participation, and projected job demand in the NWT.

Labour market information

Learn about labour market information, how it’s developed, and how to use it.

Labour force statistics

Learn more about labour market data, including employment rates, participation, and unemployment in the NWT.

Key terms

Common terms and concepts used throughout the labour market content and data.

Strategic Skills Framework

Information on the Government of the Northwest Territories’ long-term strategic initiative designed to close skills gaps, support employability, and better align education and training with in-demand jobs in the NWT.

Skills 4 Success

Learn more about this initiative to improve employment success for NWT residents.

Career, Employment and Training Services

Explore career planning, job search, training, and employment supports available across the Northwest Territories.
Updated: Feb 20, 2026