Most in-demand occupations in Canada, cheap housing, and other news
The most important events from February 6 to 12.
Canadian employers are trying to find a balance between working from the office and home. More and more companies are now ready to offer a hybrid work schedule, but some are still determining whether to allow employees to work from home. Employees, in turn, don't agree to be in the office full-time. 80% of those who worked remotely during the pandemic are ready to quit if they are forced to work in the office all week.
By the way, empty offices have already found a new use. They are being actively converted into residential premises and rented out cheaper than ordinary apartments. With the constant rise in rental prices and housing shortage, the idea has become a real trend.
Work and life in Canada
What are the most in-demand occupations in Canada this year? We named the top 15 specialties. These specialists can earn up to $150,000 CAD a year, and many also work remotely.
Canadians are changing their opinion about healthcare. In a recent survey, 60% of the country's residents supported the idea of private healthcare in addition to free public healthcare. This happens for the first time in 30 years that the survey has been conducted. In the past, the idea of private medical care was repulsed.
Canada wants to completely switch to electric vehicles by 2035, but there is a problem. According to experts, this is possible only if prices become acceptable to buyers. Now the average price for new cars is $57,000 CAD, and for used ones — from $37,000 CAD. Electric cars are usually 40-50% more expensive.
Immigration draws
On February 7, British Columbia issued invitations to skilled and low-skilled workers, as well as international graduates. A total of 245 people were selected. Part of the invitations was sent to childhood educators and healthcare professionals.
On February 9, a draw took place in Manitoba. The province sent out 308 invitations to skilled workers in the province, skilled workers overseas, and international graduates. The minimum scores have been slightly reduced.
On the same day, Ontario held a draw for skilled trades. The region selected 510 candidates. These were transport supervisors and operators, welders, assemblers of telecommunication lines, carpenters, and decorators.
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On February 10, Ontario had two more draws. One was again for skilled trades. 466 people were invited, this time in many specialties. The second drawing was for foreign workers. 305 people with certain occupations were selected. One of these invitations was received by a skilled refugee.
Alex Pavlenko, founder of the Immigrant.Today emigration portal
