Are you a young professional in search of new opportunities, competitive salaries and high quality of life in one of the most dynamic and liberal countries in the world? How about free healthcare, job satisfaction and attractive work benefits? If you’ve checked all these boxes then we’ve got one more box for you. Say yes to live and work in Canada in 2024.

With over 200,000 jobs currently available in Canada, we’ve narrowed down the top 20 occupations currently in-demand across the country. Occupations currently topping the list are those in medical professions such as registered nurses, IT professionals, including software engineers and designers, trade skill occupations such as industrial electricians and welders, as well as those in the transportation and logistics sector (long haul truck drivers) and the travel and hospitality industry.

There are various ways to relocate to Canada, especially if your occupation is in-demand. Perhaps the most popular, quickest and easiest way to immigrate to Canada is through the Express Entry system, which is targeted at young highly skilled professionals who want to live and work in Canada.

Another popular way to get to Canada is through one of 11 Provincial Nominee programs. This is particularly aimed at individuals who have occupations that are in-demand, allowing you to apply to a specific province where your occupation is needed. This automatically increases your chances of receiving an ITA (Invitation to Apply) for permanent residency in Canada.

Although these are the most popular ways to immigrate to Canada, there are over 70 different immigration programs and visas available, each specialised to assist foreigners to start a new life in Canada. Although the government has done its utmost to make the process more accessible and easy, the process can be quite complicated when trying to choose the right program that will maximise your chances of success as well ensuring that all forms are completed correctly and submitted along with all the relevant supporting documents.

But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s have a look at the top 20 jobs currently needed in Canada and how we can help you get there.

Top 20 Occupations In-Demand in Canada in 2021

Canada is currently facing a shortage of skilled and semi-skilled workers. This is because Canadian citizens are retiring earlier and young professionals are either being promoted or moving to urban hubs, leaving vacancies that are unable to be filled by local talent.

The Canadian government has therefore devised an immigration strategy to help fill the labour gap, aiming to invite 1 million newcomers to the country by 2021. Immigration programs and systems have been introduced to help fast-track the visa application process and have since been highly successful. Canada aims to invite 341,000 skilled workers in 2020, and if your occupation happens to fall on the list of in-demand occupations below, your chances of being accepted have just increased immensely!

Top 20 Occupations In-Demand in Canada for 2020
Occupation	Average Annual Salary(CAD)
Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse	$76,342 – $129,781
Long Haul Truck Driver	$44,850 – $75,770
Welder	$40,938 – $69,595
Industrial Electrician	$49,334 – $81,491
Aerospace engineer	$89,700 – $152,490
Software Engineer	$92,450 – $157,165
College or Vocational Instructor	$47,736 – $75,408
Psychologist	$97,451 – $130,932
Aircraft Pilot	$66110 – $112,387
Early Childhood Educator	$33,150 – $45,884
Chef or Cook	$25,350 – $59,670
Farm Worker	$22,620 – $35,687
Pipefitter	$63,239 – $87,828
Pharmacist	$76,342 – $129,781
Construction Estimator	$57,504 – $97,757
Business Management Consultant	$77,875 -$132,388

Best Ways to Immigrate to Canada in 2020

There are various ways to immigrate to Canada if your job is in-demand, but perhaps the top 2 ways are the Express Entry system and the Provincial Nominee Program.

1. The Express Entry system

The Express Entry system is aimed at highly skilled foreign workers who want to live and work in Canada. It is a points-based system that manages 3 immigration programs (The Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canada Experience Class). To apply through the Express Entry system you will need to create an online profile containing information about your age, education, work experience, language abilities and adaptability. The great thing about the Express Entry system is that you do not need a job offer, can work anywhere in Canada and the process takes less than 6 months!

The Provincial Nominee Program

Canada has 11 Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Each Province or territory has specific labour needs and therefore will have different occupations that are in demand as well as different criteria that need to be met. These programs are aimed at skilled and semi-skilled workers who want to live and work in Canada. To apply through a PNP, you will need a valid job offer in Canada. In order to get a provincial nomination, which is worth 600 points, you will need to submit an expression of interest to the province or territory of your choice and, if successful, will be notified by the province and be invited to apply for permanent residence to live and work in Canada.

We Help Make The Application Process Easy

With all of these lucrative employment opportunities and 70+ immigration programs and visa options to choose from, the process can become quite overwhelming and confusing. But it doesn’t have to be. By using our accredited Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) you will not only improve your chances of success in the visa application process, but you will get expert advice on which program is best for your specific needs. Our RCICs are highly qualified and are granted permission by the ICCRC to assist you with your eligibility evaluation, review all your documents and application forms and submit them to the Canadian government for you.