Technical occupations in life sciences

This minor group includes biological, forestry, landscape and horticulture technologists and technicians as well as agricultural and fish products inspectors and conservation and fisheries officers. They are employed by governments and government agencies; manufacturers of food products, chemicals and pharmaceuticals; biotechnology, resource, utilities, environmental and other consulting companies; health, research, educational and other institutions; forestry and other industries; landscape designers and contractors, lawn service and tree care establishments, golf courses, nurseries and greenhouses; and municipal, provincial and national parks; or they may be self-employed.