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82 In-demand Occupations to help you immigrate to Canada in 2024

82 In-demand Occupations to help you immigrate to Canada in 2024
82 In-demand Occupations to help you immigrate to Canada in 2024

 

Are you dreaming of a new life in Canada? 🌟 2024 might just be your year! Canada’s Express Entry system continues to evolve, targeting specific occupations to meet the country’s economic needs. Whether you're in healthcare, STEM, trades, transport, or agriculture, there’s an opportunity waiting for you. Let’s dive into the 82 in-demand occupations to help you immigrate to Canada and their respective NOC codes!

 

Healthcare Occupations 🏥


Healthcare professionals are in high demand due to increased and aging population. Here are the 35 targeted healthcare roles:

Occupation

2021 NOC Code

Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists

31112

Chiropractors

31201

Dentists

31110

Dieticians and Nutritionists

31121

Education Counsellors

41320

General Practitioners and Family Physicians

31102

Instructors of Persons with Disabilities

42203

Kinesiologists and Other Professional Occupations in Therapy and Assessment

31204

Licensed Practical Nurses

32101

Massage Therapists

32201

Medical Laboratory Assistants and Related Technical Occupations

33101

Medical Laboratory Technologists

32120

Medical Radiation Technologists

32121

Medical Sonographers

32122

Nurse Aides, Orderlies, and Patient Service Associates

33102

Nurse Practitioners

31302

Nursing Coordinators and Supervisors

31300

Occupational Therapists

31203

Optometrists

31111

Other Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services

33109

Other Practitioners of Natural Healing

32209

Other Professional Occupations in Health: Diagnosing and Treating

31209

Other Technical Occupations in Therapy and Assessment

32109

Paramedical Occupations

32102

Pharmacy Technical Assistants and Pharmacy Assistants

33103

Physician Assistants, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals

31303

Physiotherapists

31202

Psychologists

31200

Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses

31301

Respiratory Therapists, Clinical Perfusionists, and Cardiopulmonary Technologists

32103

Specialists in Clinical and Laboratory Medicine

31100

Specialists in Surgery

31101

Therapists in Counselling and Related Specialized Therapies

41301

Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists

32200

Veterinarians

31103

 

 

STEM Occupations 🧬


If you're in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, these 24 occupations are in focus.

Occupation

2021 NOC Code

Architects

21200

Architecture and Science Managers

20011

Business Systems Specialists

21221

Civil Engineers

21300

Computer and Information Systems Managers

20012

Computer Engineers (Except Software Engineers and Designers)

21311

Computer Systems Developers and Programmers

21230

Cybersecurity Specialists

21220

Data Scientists

21211

Database Analysts and Data Administrators

21223

Electrical and Electronics Engineers

21310

Engineering Managers

20010

Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers

21321

Information Systems Specialists

21222

Land Surveyors

21203

Landscape Architects

21201

Mathematicians, Statisticians, and Actuaries

21210

Metallurgical and Materials Engineers

21322

Natural and Applied Science Policy Researchers, Consultants, and Program Officers

41400

Software Developers and Programmers

21232

Software Engineers and Designers

21231

Urban and Land Use Planners

21202

Web Designers

21233

Web Developers and Programmers

21234

 

Trade Occupations 🛠️


Trades are crucial to Canada’s infrastructure. Here are the 10 targeted trades:

Occupation

2021 NOC Code

Residential and Commercial Installers and Servicers

73200

Elevator Constructors and Mechanics

72406

Machine Fitters

72405

Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Mechanics

72402

Construction Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics

72400

Carpenters

72310

Plumbers

72300

Electricians (Except Industrial and Power System)

72200

Welders and Related Machine Operators

72106

Contractors and Supervisors, Other Construction Trades, Installers, Repairers, and Servicers

72014

 

Transport Occupations 🚚


Canada’s transport sector needs skilled professionals. Here are the 10 targeted transport roles:

Occupation

2021 NOC Code

Aircraft Assemblers and Aircraft Assembly Inspectors

93200

Transport Truck Drivers

73300

Railway Traffic Controllers and Marine Traffic Regulators

72604

Engineer Officers, Water Transport

72603

Deck Officers, Water Transport

72602

Air Traffic Controllers and Related Occupations

72601

Air Pilots, Flight Engineers, and Flying Instructors

72600

Aircraft Mechanics and Aircraft Inspectors

72404

Railway Carmen/Women

72403

Managers in Transportation

70020

 

Agriculture and Agri-Food Occupations 🌾


Agriculture and Agri-Food industry make up the backbone of Canada’s food supply, here are the 3 targeted agricultural roles:

Occupation

2021 NOC Code

Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services

82031

Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors

82030

Butchers- retail and wholesale

63201

 

Canada continues to welcome skilled workers in these key sectors through its Express Entry system. Whether you're a healthcare hero, a tech wizard, a trades expert, a transport professional, or an agricultural or agri-food specialist, there’s a path to Canadian permanent residency for you!

 

Key Takeaways on Occupations to help you immigrate to Canada 🚀


  • Canada’s Targeted Sectors: Healthcare, STEM, Trades, Transport, and Agriculture.


  • Express Entry: Prioritizes skilled professionals in these categories for economic growth.


  • Opportunities Abound: 82 specific occupations are in focus for 2024.


 

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