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What They Do |
 | Professionals in natural and applied science, social, health, education, business development, and marketing areas conduct research, develop policies, provide advice, and implement/administer various programs related to their field of work. |
| Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts conduct research and develop models to provide for economic forecasting. |
| Recreation and sports fitness program supervisors and consultants oversee and administer programs/activities, provide consulting services, and develop policies. |
| Program officers in government administer and operate programs associated with institutions such as Parliament, and activities such as international relations and elections. |
| Social science professionals such as anthropologists, geographers, historians, political scientists, sociologists, criminologists, linguists, and archaeologists study, analyze, and conduct research in their respective fields. |
| Psychometricians administer and interpret psychological tests. |
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
| Public administration |
31.0% |
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| Health care and social assistance |
12.0% |
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| Management scientific and technical consulting services |
9.0% |
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| Educational services |
9.0% |
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| Other services (except public administration) |
6.0% |
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| Finance and insurance |
4.0% |
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People in this group work for:
| Government |
| Educational/research institutions |
| Business, professional, and recreational organizations |
| Advisory, consulting, and marketing firms |
| Non-governmental agencies |
| The unionization rate (48%) is above the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Policy and Program Officers, Researchers and Consultants are found in Ontario and Prince Edward Island while the lowest concentrations are in New Brunswick and Newfoundland. |
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