Most in-demand occupations in Nova Scotia

Canadian job search portal Job Bank has released a government study of the labour market in the province of Nova Scotia. Many sectors have cut staff because of the pandemic, but there are areas where, conversely, the need for staffing has increased.

Administrative positions

Many of these professionals can work remotely, so they are hardly affected by the pandemic. The most in-demand professions:

• financial auditors and accountants;
• administrative staff;
• general office staff;
• administrative assistants.

Natural and applied sciences

Companies in this area have coped relatively well with the pandemic because employees have been able to work remotely or at a physical distance. Particularly good job prospects are now for engineers in various fields, as well as for IT specialists. In-demand professions:

• information systems analysts and consultants;
• software developers;
• interactive system developers;
• watch officers;
• technician support.

Health

10% of Nova Scotians are now employed in the health care industry. There was a demand for health care professionals before the pandemic because of the growing popularity of home care, but COVID-19 has increased it markedly. What kind of professionals are needed now:

• diploma nurses;
• licensed nurse practitioners;
• massageurs;
• caregivers and patient care assistants.

Trade, transport and production

This sector was also not greatly affected by the pandemic. Workers had to keep their distance and use personal protective equipment. Workers such as construction workers, carpenters, etc. are always in demand. More highly specialized occupations, such as heavy equipment operators, have become more in demand due to construction of health care facilities, roads and private sector. The following professions are in high demand:

• plotters;
• truck drivers;
• courier drivers;
• heavy equipment operators;
• construction helpers and handymen.

Immigration to Nova Scotia

The province has several programs available for permanent residence candidates in Canada:

• labor market priorities;
• skilled professionals who found work in Nova Scotia;
• in-demand professionals who have found work in Nova Scotia;
• skilled professionals with experience in Nova Scotia (can immigrate after a year in the province).

Our immigration consultants will help you find the most suitable immigration route based on your situation.