Young people in Newfoundland and Labrador are seeking greater professional-level employment opportunities in the heritage and cultural industries, according to a newly-released report.
The study, co-authored by Heritage NL, the Association of NL Archives, and the Museum Association of NL, is based on a series of surveys, a youth-centred forum held in March of 2025, and suggestions from the province’s new Youth Heritage Committee.
“Emerging professionals are seeking year-round opportunities outside the summer and longer contracts,” says Dr. Lisa Daly, Chair of Heritage NL. “This is particularly true for people over 30, and others ineligible under current summer funding programs.”
The province’s community museum and archives sector has historically been volunteer run, with limited opportunities for long term employment.
“68% of employers in the heritage and culture sector in Newfoundland and Labrador list lack of funding as a major barrier to hiring emerging professionals,” adds Daly.
In addition to a call for increased funding, the report makes a series of recommendations to help build a professional heritage sector, broken down into action items for funding agencies, employers, and fellow heritage organizations. These include suggestions like building specialized training and job shadowing into paid positions, fostering mentorships, and creating more professional networking opportunities for young workers.
The full report can be downloaded at https://tinyurl.com/YouthHeritageReport
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