Skilled workers have a great opportunity in Canada’s job market in 2025.
Canada is calling skilled workers as job openings remain high. In April 2025, over 500,000 positions were unfilled across the country. The government is looking at immigration as a solution. If you are a healthcare worker, in construction, or have a skilled trade, now is the time to act. The Express Entry system and Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs) offer great chances to settle and work in Canada.
Some industries need workers more than others. These are the sectors with the highest job vacancy rates:
Canada’s aging population is creating a huge demand. Registered nurses, lab technologists, and social workers are in short supply. Provinces like Ontario and British Columbia are hiring through special programs.
Cooks and butchers are needed across Canada. While these roles qualify under Express Entry, they don’t allow spouses to work freely under SOWPs.
With many building projects underway, Canada is short on carpenters, electricians, and plumbers. The government aims to bring in 14,000 foreign workers this year just for this sector.
How Express Entry Can Help You
Express Entry is Canada’s main system to bring in skilled workers. In 2025, it introduced category-based draws. These allow people with six months of recent work experience in key jobs to apply, even with lower scores.
To qualify, you need:
If you’re in healthcare, your chances are strong. Top roles include:
These jobs are booming in Canada:
If you're coming to Canada with a partner, they may also work. SOWPs let spouses work for any employer. These are offered if the main worker is in certain healthcare or trade roles. Some jobs in food service don’t qualify.
Some provinces have more jobs than others:
Canada plans to welcome 395,000 newcomers in 2025. Even with reduced PR slots, skilled workers are still in high demand. The trades category now includes 19 more jobs. Francophones and healthcare workers are getting faster invites.
Make the Most of Your Chances
Here’s how to boost your success:
The job market is still open. Canada is focused on filling skilled positions. Families have better options through SOWPs. And provinces are picking workers based on need. If your skills match what Canada wants, this is your time to move.
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