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Outdoor Sport and Recreational Guides  (NOC 6442)
Outaouais Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Outdoor sport and recreational guides organize and conduct trips or expeditions for sports enthusiasts, adventurers, tourists and resort guests. They are employed by private companies and resorts or may be self-employed.

canoeing guide, dude wrangler, fishing guide, hot air balloonist, hunting guide, mountain climbing guide, outfitter, rafting guide.

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Outdoor sport and recreational guides perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Plan itinerary for trip or expedition and arrange transportation or transport individuals or group to site
  • Assemble necessary equipment and supplies, such as camping gear, rafts, life jackets, fishing tackle and food
  • Lead or escort individuals or groups and advise on safety and emergency measures, techniques and the use of equipment
  • Provide instruction for activities such as canoeing, rafting and mountain climbing
  • Advise on specific regulations such as hunting and fishing laws and boating regulations, follow environmental guidelines and prevent violations
  • Provide first aid in emergency situations
  • May prepare meals for group and set up camp.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Gatineau, Buckingham, Hull, Maniwaki, Masson-Angers, Thurso, Aylmer, Angers, Bassin-du-Lièvre, Beauchampville, Mont-Cascades

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Education & Job Requirements for Outdoor Sport and Recreational Guides in Outaouais Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

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Québec
Not regulated

This occupation does not require certification in Québec.

Many occupations require licensing or certification to operate certain types of equipment, or to drive trucks and other vehicles. However, most of these occupations are not part of the list of regulated professions and trades.

[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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