41406 – Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers
Lead statement
Recreation, sports and fitness consultants provide consulting services, conduct research and develop programs and policies related to recreation, sports and physical fitness.
Main duties
- Provide expert advice and consulting services to communities, corporations, institutions, sports associations, community groups, corporations, schools and other organizations in the design, development and administration of sports programs and activities
- They may write proposals and public relations statements for corporations, industry and the fitness community.
- Conduct research and develop government policies related to recreation, sports, fitness and athletic safety and standards.
- Develop, plan and coordinate sports, fitness and recreation programs, and special sporting events.
Employment requirements
- A university degree in recreation administration, sports administration, physical education, kinesiology or related discipline combined with some work experience in a related field ora college diploma in a recreation, sports or fitness program combined with some experience in a related field is required.
- Recreation, sports and fitness program supervisors require experience as program leaders or instructors in recreation, sports and fitness. Certification in program specialization, such as fitness or lifesaving, may also be required.
Example job titles
fitness program consultant · fitness consultant · sports consultant · sports counsellor · sports and leisure counsellor · sports and recreation counsellor · sports and recreation consultant · recreational activities consultant · recreational activities counsellor · leisure activities counsellor · leisure activities consultant · youth recreational and leisure activities counsellor · youth recreational and leisure activities consultant · fitness policy analyst · recreation policy analyst · leisure policy analyst · fitness analyst · sports analyst · recreation services coordinator · leisure services coordinator · geriatric activities coordinator · youth recreational and leisure activities program coordinator · recreational activities coordinator · sports program supervisor · recreation supervisor
Wages (per hour)
| Province / territory | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $21.00 | $31.00 | $47.80 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $18.28 | $29.67 | $47.42 |
| Nova Scotia | $18.28 | $29.67 | $47.42 |
| New Brunswick | $19.95 | $30.14 | $33.26 |
| Quebec | $21.00 | $31.00 | $47.80 |
| Ontario | $20.00 | $33.00 | $54.87 |
| Manitoba | $20.00 | $25.42 | $34.11 |
| Saskatchewan | $20.00 | $24.90 | $38.00 |
| Alberta | $24.68 | $32.05 | $68.13 |
| British Columbia | $22.84 | $31.49 | $48.08 |
Source: Job Bank wages, 2025 release (ESDC). Low and high are the 10th and 90th percentiles.
Occupation details: ESDC OaSIS 2025, based on NOC 2021.