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Description
Dancers spend years learning dances and perfecting their skills. They usually perform as
part of a group and in a variety of styles, including ballet, musical theatre, and modern
dance. Many perform on TV, in videos on the Internet, and in music videos, where they may
also sing or act. Many dancers perform in shows at casinos, theme parks, and on cruise
ships.
Sample Job Titles: Ballerina, Choreographer, Performing Artist

Provincial Outlook

Estimated Salary

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$50,080 - $59,470

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Education Level
Secondary School
On-the-job Training
College/Apprenticeship

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94%
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Workplace

Work Environment
Dance is strenuous, physical, and involves long days of practice. Many dance companies
tour for part of the year to supplement a limited performance schedule at home. Dancers
who perform in musical productions and other family entertainment spend much of their
time on the road, while others work in nightclubs or on cruise ships. Most dance
performances are in the evening, while rehearsals and practice take place during the day.
As a result, dancers often work very long and late hours. Generally, dancers work in
modern and temperature-controlled facilities; however, some studios may be older and
less comfortable.

Main Duties

Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical
proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.

Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical pieces.

Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.
Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations.
Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories,
rhythm, and sound with their bodies.
Devise and choreograph dance for self or others.
Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance
styles accordingly.
Teach dance students.
Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.

Important Skills

Athleticism. Successful dancers must have excellent balance, physical strength, and
physical dexterity, so they can move their bodies without falling or losing their sense
of rhythm.
Creativity. Dancers need artistic ability and creativity to express ideas through
movement.
Interpersonal skills. Dancers may find job opportunities by networking within their
communities.
Persistence. Dancers must commit to years of intense practice. They need to be able
to accept rejection after an audition and to continue to practice for future spots.
Physical stamina. Dancers are often physically active for long periods, so they must be
able to rehearse for many hours without getting tired.
Teamwork. Most dance routines involve a group, so dancers must be able to work
together to be successful.

Career Cluster

This cluster includes the elements of design, production,

exhibition, performance, writing, and publication of
multimedia content such as visual arts. This cluster also
includes the performing arts and design, journalism, and

Arts, Audio/Video

entertainment services.

Technology and
Communications

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British Columbia

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Manitoba

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New Brunswick

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Newfoundland and Labrador

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Nova Scotia

Northwest Territories

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Nunavut

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Ontario

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Prince Edward Island

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Saskatchewan
Yukon

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Job Outlook based on NOC 5134 (Dancers)

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Salary Ranges

Canada

$31,300 - $87,641

Alberta

$50,080 - $59,470

British Columbia

$35,265 - $83,467

Manitoba

Not Available

New Brunswick

Not Available

Newfoundland and Labrador

Not Available

Nova Scotia

Not Available

Northwest Territories

Not Available

Nunavut

Not Available

Ontario

$31,300 - $83,467

Prince Edward Island

Not Available

Quebec

$30,006 - $104,772

Saskatchewan

Not Available

Yukon

Not Available

Salary Ranges are based on hourly rates for NOC 5134 (Dancers) and an estimated 2086 hours per year

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Employment Growth

2012

106,170

2013

107,409

2014

108,375

2015

109,323

2016

110,103

2017

110,607

2018

111,105

2019

111,633

2020

111,894

2021

112,246

2022

112,648

Employment Growth based on Stats Canada Occupation Group 513

Requirements

Education Level

Secondary School

On-the-job Training

College/Apprenticeship

University

Requirements

A university degree or college diploma in dance or graduation from a private dance

school or academy may be required.
Talent and ability, as demonstrated during an audition, are important hiring criteria.
Dance teachers usually require experience as dancers.
Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type of performance may
be required.

Subject Areas

Creative Arts

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25%

14%

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67%

13%

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67%

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Recognition
67%

53%

45%

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Relationships

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67%

33%

Compatibility
Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical
proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.

Definitely

Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical pieces.

Definitely

Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.

Definitely

Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.

Definitely

Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations.

Definitely

Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing

stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies.

Definitely

Devise and choreograph dance for self or others.

Definitely

Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose

dance styles accordingly.

Definitely

Teach dance students.

Definitely

Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.

Definitely

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