Most In-Demand Jobs in Canada in …and Why Getting a Skilled Trade is a Good Option

June 26, 2025

Considering what to do after graduating high school? Or are you interested in a career change? The current trends and future forecast for this economy have surfaced a new list of the most in-demand jobs in Canada.
According to Trade-schools.net, here are those most in-demand, most of which do not require a 4-year degree, along with their average pay per hour:


Truck Driver – $22/hour
College or Vocational Instructor – $38/hour
Aircraft Pilot – $39/hour
Business Management Consultant – $36/hour
Welder – $25/hour
Industrial Electrician – $33/hour
Occupational or Physiotherapy Assistant – $23/hour
Licensed Practical Nurse – $26/hour
Steamfitter/Pipefitter – $36/hour
Construction Estimator – $31/hour
Veterinary Technician or Assistant – $18/hour
Dispensing Optician – $24/hour

In a CBC news article, it is also noted that while several skilled trades occupations have experience upwards of 25-38% growth, other occupations experienced growth of only 15% in the 10-year period to 2018. And some sources expect that trades in the Agriculture and Construction industries will be in very high demand through 2029 given numbers retiring in that period.

Use these resources to learn more about the skilled trades and opportunities: Red Seal Program ; Careers In Trades ; and the Educanada site for College and Vocational programs in Canada

See my NEXT blog post for more details about job trends for degree-seekers and in health care!

Hilary Lehn

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