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OCCUPATION DEMAND LIST

Canada, one of the world’s biggest economies, is facing a labor shortage. 

With a massive land area but a shortage of workers, Canada is more than keen to invite migration to its land.

An easy way to immigrate to Canada and achieve your suitable lifestyle is by attaining work experience.

People who have work experience in any skilled occupation can apply for permanent residence in Canada under Canada’s express entry system.

While every occupation is respected, there are few occupations that are particularly in demand.

In Canada, these occupations are listed under the Occupation demand list. If you practice any one of the occupations mentioned in the occupation demand list 2023, the immigration pathways for you can become a little easier.

OCCUPATION DEMAND LIST

WHAT IS CANADA OCCU PATION DEMAND LIST?

The canada occupation demand list states the list of occupations in demand in canada. 

The occupation demand list targets the main occupations that are of particular value and importance across the country. 

STEM courses as well as business administration and management are of particular importance all over the globe.

The occupation demand list also helps candidates in understanding whether their occupation is in demand and how easy or difficult it’ll be for them to acquire a job in the country.

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CLASSIFICATION 

The national occupation classification seeks to classify different occupations, depending upon their demand and requirement in the present market.

If your occupation is not classified under the national occupation classification, then it is not valid and won’t be held accountable in the nation.

There are TEER levels under national occupation classification and occupation demand list.  The TEER levels seek to explore training, education,experience and responsibilities that an occupation requires. 

TEER 0
Managerial roles

TEER 1
Compulsory university degree

TEER 2
College education or 2 years’ of training 

TEER 3
College diploma, or less than 2 years’ training 

TEER 4
High school education and on the job training 

TEER 5
No formal education required 

Only TEER 0, 1,2,3 are granted permanent residency.

TEER 4 is considered under special circumstances as per a province’s demand while TEER 5 is not considered at all.

LIST OF OCCUPATIONS IN DEMAND IN CANADA

The following are the top occupations in demand in Canada 2023. It also has the NOC code of in demand professions in canada.

OCCUPATION IN DEMANDNOC CODE
Finance Manager
NOC 10010
Computer and Information Systems ManagerNPC 20012
Financial Auditors and AccountantsNOC 11100
Financial and Investment AnalystElectrical and Electronics Engineer
NOC 11101 NOC 21310 NOC 21310 

Registered Nurse and Registered Psychiatric NurseNOC 31301
Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors 
NOC 72600
Sales and Account Representatives NOC 64101
HR Manager
NOC 10011 
Business Development OfficersNOC 41402
Construction Trade Helpers and LaborersNOC 75110

HOW TO IMMIGRATE TO CANADA 

To apply for permanent residency in canada,

The following steps should be followed –  

STEP 1

APPLY FOR ECA. 

The educational degrees and diplomas of those migrating from outside need to be accredited to ensure that the degree they have pursued outside Canada holds the same value as a Canadian degree.

An education credential assessment confirms whether your degree, diploma, or certificate is both valid and equal according to Canadian standards and holds equal value there.

A good ECA score will help you claim permanent residency points for your education and training.

To apply for ECA, you need to have the following documents:

  • A bachelor’s degree or diploma
  • A master’s degree.
  • Licensure by a provincial or territorial association of the occupation you wish to pursue 

STEP 2

FIND A SUITABLE WAY TO APPLY FOR A CANADIAN VISA AND PERMANENT RESIDENCY.

There are several ways to migrate to canada as mentioned below

Express entry system

Express entry is the top priority and makes the visa application significantly quicker than the other methods. It is recommended the most by our experts.

With the right qualifications, you can be on your way to Canada in just six months!

The first stage in your Canadian express entry visa journey is to calculate your immigration points using our points calculator.

Some of the elements that CRS points are awarded for are:

  • Age 
  • Qualifications
  • English ability
  • French ability
  • Work experience

Federal skilled worker program 

One of the easiest and most convenient methods for Indians to migrate to Canada is through the federal skilled worker programme, which is for people who have at least one year of working experience in a foreign nation. Use our CRS calculator to calculate your PR points.

 Federal skilled trades programme

This program is for those who are skilled in at least one of the things as mentioned in canada occupation demand list. If they are skilled in a particular branch of an occupation or an occupation and have significant experience. Then, they are eligible to apply under the Federal skilled trades programme.

Canadian experience class program

Those seeking to migrate to Canada and qualify for a job under the occupation demand list may also note that if you have an eligible job offer but do not have permanent residency yet, you may apply for the same after working for one year on a work visa. 

After completing one year of working in Canada, you are eligible to be a permanent resident in canada. 

This opportunity is offered under the Canadian Experience Class Programme 2023.

 Provincial nominee programme

The provincial nominee programme  allows skilled and semi-skilled immigrants to live and work in Canada.

If your skills are in demand as per the guidelines given by your province and they qualify under the occupation demand list, you will get 600 extra Permanent Residency points. Each province has a different requirement of skill set as per the occupation demand list in their province. 

Several provinces may ask you to write an expression of interest (EOI) stating why you want to immigrate to that province or canada. The expression of interest, EOI letter will help the province in determining whether you will be an asset to the province and how you will contribute to its socio-political and economic development. 

ALBERTA PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM

Home to Canada’s 2 largest cities, Alberta is known as a prairie town and has some of the most beautiful places in North america.

The Alberta immigration system works according to the Alberta Immigration Nominee program. Under this program, candidates can apply for permanent residency in the province of Alberta if they have the skills as desired by the Alberta occupation demand list. If they qualify, they can apply to the Alberta Provincial nominee program and get permanent residency.

The Alberta occupation list consists of the following occupations. 

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER category 
Entrepreneurs NOC 888883
Agri-food pilot 820303
IT technicians and related222201
Registered nurse 313011
Engineers213001

MANITOBA PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

The first province to launch a provincial nominee program, Manitoba is a small town with various job opportunities.

Manitoba provincial nominee program is in alliance with both provincial nominee program and express entry.

A nomination through the Manitoba provincial nominee program will get you 600 CRS points, guaranteeing an invitation to apply for permanent residency. 

You can apply for Manitoba PNP if your occupation comes under the manitoba occupation demand list as per the occupation demand list of canada.

The Manitoba occupation list consists of the following occupations. 

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Transport truck driver733003
Registered nurse313011
Retail Managers600213
Administrative officers131122
Mechanical engineers1213011

SASKATCHEWAN PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

A rapidly growing economy, Saskatchewan is primarily dependent upon Agriculture, forestry and fishing. Candidates can apply through the Saskatchewan provincial nominee program to obtain permanent residency in Saskatchewan.

But to qualify for this, they need to practice an occupation demanded by saskatwechan and skills as described under the Saskatchewan immigration occupation list.

Saskatchewan only accepts applications from people qualifying under TEER 1,2,3.

The occupation demand list to be able to qualify for Saskatchewan provincial nominee program is mentioned below. 

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Industrial mechanics724002
Heavy duty equipment mechanics 724012
Automotive technicians724102
Computer Engineers213111
Agricultural representatives consultants and specialists211121

YUKON PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

Yukon provincial nominee program gives candidates with Yukon province desired skills a chance to immigrate to canada. Through Yukon PNP, the application processing time is faster than general applications. 

Surrounded by rugged mountains and high plateaus, Yukon seeks people who can deal with an extreme winter and still contribute to the economic activities of the province. 

The yukon occupation in demand list along with the NOC is as follows.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Business service managers100291
Water treatment technician921012
Dental technicians321122
Electricians 722002
Physicians 312021

BRITISH COLUMBIA PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

British Columbia Provincial Nominee Programe is the fastest growing economy in canada. An economically strong province, British Columbia is looking for immigrants to fill the economic and labor market of the province as per the occupation demand list.

The province has its own desired demand and skills that it looks for in applicants.

If one possesses those skills, then they will be eligible to qualify for permanent residency as per the British Columbia PNP.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Telecommunication installation 722042
physicist211001
mathematicians212101
Data scientist212111
Software engineers212311

NEW BRUNSWICK PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program immigration system works according to the Alberta Provincial nominee program. Through this, they can get permanent residency

if they have the skills as desired by the New Brunswick occupation demand list.

The occupation demand list of news brunswick is as follows.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Managers in health care300101
Human resource professionals112001
Translators, interpreters511141
Software engineers212311
Database analysts212331

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM

Candidates can apply through the Newfoundland and Labrador provincial nominee program to obtain permanent residency in saskatchewan.

But to qualify for Newfoundland and Labrador PNP, they need to practice an occupation demanded by Newfoundland and Labrador. The occupations in demand in Newfoundland and Labrador are mentioned below.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Paralegals 422002
Financial managers 100101
Human resources  professionals112001
Administrative officers131003
Civil engineers213001

NOVA SCOTIA PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

Nova Scotia provincial nominee program gives candidates with desired skills a chance to immigrate to canada. Through Nova Scotia PNP, the application processing time is faster than general applications.  The following constitutes of the nova scotia demand occupation list.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Nurse aides 331023
Transport truck drivers733003
Construction laborers751105
Early childhood educators 422022
Heavy equipment operators 734003

QUEBEC PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

Candidates can apply through the Quebec provincial nominee program to obtain permanent residency in quebec.

But to qualify for Quebec PNP, they need to practice an occupation demanded by quebec. The occupations in demand in Quebec as per are mentioned below.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Registered nurse313011
Graphic designer and illustrator 521202
Software engineer212311
Information analyst212221
Farm worker841204

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

Candidates can apply through the Ontario provincial nominee program to obtain permanent residency in ontario.

But to qualify for Ontario PNP, they need to practice an occupation demanded by ontario. While Ontario requires mostly highly skilled individuals, it also requires people whp0 can look after the old or become served in fast food restaurants. The striking difference is also an opportunity for visa applicants to grab the job they qualify for. 

The following is the Ontario occupation demand list.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Data scientists212111
Web designers 212331
Computer engineers213111
Database analysts212331
Home support caregiver441014

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM 

Candidates can apply through the prince edward island provincial nominee program to obtain permanent residency in prince edward island.

However, in order to qualify for prince edward island PNP, they need to refer to the occupation demand list in prince edward island and ensure that they practice one as required by the province. This will help in getting them permanent residency.

The occupation demand list of prince edward island is mentioned below.

OCCUPATIONNOC CODETEER CODE
Nurse aides331023
Transport truck drivers733003
Material handlers751015
Industrial butchers941414
Construction laborers751105

CONCLUSION

Every province in Canada has different ways through which one can get permanent residency there.

BOI consultant services assist you in deciding which province is best suitable for you. We study the occupation demand list in depth to help you build your future.

WHY ALWAYS CONSIDER BASICS OF IMMIGRATION?

WHY ALWAYS CONSIDER BASICS OF IMMIGRATION?
  1. Expert Visa counselors provide Step-by-step guidance through a secure, online process.  
  2. Apt evaluation of credentials and faster visa processing. 
  3. Identifying all potential hazards and roadblocks in securing a visa. 
  4. Assistance with documentation, immigration rules, citizenship, and border control procedures.
  5. Multiple case assessment for better conflict resolution.
  6. Designated process managers to provide personalized guidance.

Just like the basics of anything act as “building blocks” forming a strong foundation for constructing complex structures. The Basics of Immigration serve as the foundational elements of moving abroad, for any aspiring immigrant.