As you may be aware, the number of job vacancies in Canada has reached an all-time high, with over 850,300 open positions.
To address the country’s growing labour shortage, the Canadian government has opened the door to immigration and announced plans to invite skilled workers from across the country, including from different provinces.
Job-Based Permanent Residency (PR) in Canada
To fill up the technical positions in Canada, employers are relying on both the local talent pool and immigrants who have already settled in the country.
According to a recent survey by the BBC, two-thirds of businesses use Canada’s immigration system to find talent from other countries, while the remaining third prefer to hire immigrants who are already in Canada.
Also Read: Canada PR Update: Workers From 16 New Occupations Eligible For Express Entry
In-Demand Roles
LinkedIn recently released a list of the 20 jobs that have seen significant growth in demand. These roles include positions in the tech industry, healthcare, construction, and other sectors.
Below is the full list of top in-demand positions for jobs in Canada, according to LinkedIn;
| S. No. | Job Positions | Top Hiring Regions | Remote Job Availability |
| 1 | Growth Marketing Manager | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 46.20% |
| 2 | Product Operations Manager | GTA | 43.20% |
| 3 | Dispensary Technician | GTA | N/A |
| 4 | Technical Program Manager | GTA, GVMA | 29.30% |
| 5 | Sustainability Manager | GTA | 10.50% |
| 6 | Head of Growth | GTA | 66.40% |
| 7 | User Experience Writer | GTA | 44.70% |
| 8 | Information Technology Associate | GTA, GMMA | 3.30% |
| 9 | Site Reliability Engineer | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 44.70% |
| 10 | Customer Success Associate | GTA | 12.70% |
| 11 | Valuation Analyst | GTA | 3.60% |
| 12 | Sales Development Representative | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 49.40% |
| 13 | Security Engineer | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 57.90% |
| 14 | Data Engineer | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 35.60% |
| 15 | E-commerce Coordinator | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 4.80% |
| 16 | Technical Product Manager | GTA, GVMA | 33.10% |
| 17 | Cyber Security Specialist | GTA, GVMA, GCMA | 13.40% |
| 18 | Crew Scheduler | GTA | N/A |
| 19 | Medical Writer | GTA, GVMA, GMMA | 56.90% |
| 20 | Media Planner | GTA, GMMA | 15.70% |
- GTA: Greater Toronto Area
- GVMA: Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
- GMMA: Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- GCMA: Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
The Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) are an immigration pathway through which provinces can directly invite newcomers to settle as permanent residents based on their education, connection to the province, and experience with in-demand occupations.
In 2023, PNPs are set to overtake Express Entry-managed programs and become Canada’s largest PR pathway.
Bottomline
Canada’s job market presents a range of opportunities for both local and foreign workers, with in-demand roles covering a range of industries and fields. With the Provincial Nominee Programs and changes to Express Entry, the country’s immigration system is set to provide a seamless path for skilled workers to settle in Canada and contribute to the country’s growth.
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