63220

Shoe repairers and shoemakers

TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Sales & service

6 › 63 › 632 › 6322

Definition

Shoe repairers repair footwear and shoemakers make specialized and custom shoes and boots. They are employed in shoe repair shops or custom shoemaking establishments, or they may be self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Shoemakers
Discuss type of footwear to be made and obtain measurements from customer
Select patterns and leather or other material and outline and cut patterns
Select or assemble lasts, fasten insoles to lasts and sew or glue other parts into place
Trim, dress and otherwise finish boots or shoes
Estimate custom footwear costs and receive payment from customers
May supervise other shoemakers and shoe repairers.
Shoe repairers
Repair soles, heels and other parts of footwear using sewing, buffing and other shoe repair machines, materials and equipment
Repair belts, luggage, purses and similar products
Estimate footwear repair costs and take payment.

Example job titles

•bootmaker
•custom shoemaker
•orthopedic shoemaker
•shoe repairer
•shoemaker

Overview

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021, shoe repairers and shoemakers are classified under code 63220. This occupation is classified as TEER 3, making qualified candidates eligible for key economic immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class under the Express Entry system, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Individuals in this field are employed by shoe repair shops, custom footwear manufacturers, or may run their own independent businesses.

To meet the requirements of NOC 63220, professionals must perform core duties such as repairing footwear, replacing soles and heels, making custom or orthopaedic shoes, and restoring other leather or synthetic goods like luggage and belts. Employment requirements usually include the completion of secondary school and several years of on-the-job training, or completion of a specialized shoe repair program.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal immigration advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated immigration professional for official guidance.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.