NOC 53100: Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries
Registrars, restorers, interpreters and workers in other occupations related to museums and art galleries classify and catalogue museum artifacts and gallery works of art, construct and install exhibits and displays, restore, maintain and store museum and gallery collections, frame artwork, and perform other functions in support of curatorial and conservation activities. They are employed in museums and galleries. Picture framers and taxidermists may also be employed in retail settings or may be self-employed. This unit group also includes museum and other interpreters who conduct guided tours. They are employed by art galleries, museums, parks, aquariums, zoos, interpretive centres, botanical gardens, cultural centres, nature sanctuaries, historic and heritage sites, and other locations.
Official Main Duties for NOC 53100
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 53100
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries is categorized under TEER 3. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 53100.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $16 | $20.53/hr | $31 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $16/hr | $20.79/hr | $23.13/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $18/hr | $22/hr | $45.64/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $16.5/hr | $19.23/hr | $26.9/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $15.65/hr | $17.67/hr | $21.31/hr |
| Quebec → | $16.1/hr | $20/hr | $28/hr |
| Ontario → | $17.6/hr | $21.7/hr | $35.71/hr |
| Manitoba → | $16/hr | $18.85/hr | $26.72/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $15.35/hr | $21.5/hr | $25/hr |
| Alberta → | $16.5/hr | $21.8/hr | $31.99/hr |
| British Columbia → | $19/hr | $25/hr | $33.91/hr |
| Yukon → | $18.4/hr | $22.33/hr | $28.85/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Registrars, cataloguers and interpreters may require a university degree in a field related to museum and gallery work.
- For other occupations in this unit group, completion of a college program in museum technology or conservation technology or completion of other technical or on-the-job training programs related to the work are required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 53100
75 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Assistant museum curator (See 51101 Conservators and curators)View NOC 51101→
- Museum exhibit designer (See 53123 Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers)View NOC 53123→
- Tour and travel guides (See 64320 Tour and travel guides)View NOC 64320→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 53100 (Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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