Sports Officials and Referees

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Observe and enforce rules and regulations governing sporting events, athletic games and sports competitions

Outlook

Limited

Wage

For Canada:
Low: $14.15
Median: $14.42
High: $25.00

Training

  • Sports officials require certification by and registration with a sport governing body or commission.
  • Sports referees require completion of an officiating program offered by a sport governing body.

Places of Employment

National, provincial and local sporting commissions, organizations and leagues

Regulated

No