THE DEMAND FOR PROFESSIONALS IN CANADA.
Canada is currently experiencing very steady economic growth, and generally speaking, there is demand for professional employees across the country.
Up to October of 2005, employment in the Public Sector was up 21,000.
Employment in Finance, Insurance, Real Estate and Leasing rose by 26,000 in October.
There were 18,000 more people employed in Professional, Scientific and Technical Services in October.
Employment in Natural Resources rose 9,000 in October, bringing the total gain to 29,000 from 12 months ago.
Employment growth in October amongst private sector employees was 59,000.
This brings overall job gains among employees in the private sector to 97,000 since the start of the year.
Over the same 10 month period, the number of Self Employed has grown by 87,000.
The Lower Mainland Southwest BC economy has seen continued growth throughout the second quarter of 2005. While the labour force increased over this period, job creation was even greater, leading to a rise in the employment rate as well as a drop in the unemployment rate. Two challenges to this positive scenario are the ongoing work stoppage by truckers at the Lower Mainland ports and developing skilled worker shortages in construction and high tech.
Also during the quarter, a Conference Board of Canada study named the Abbotsford Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) as the fastest-growing economy in Canada last year. The gross domestic product of the Abbotsford Metropolitan Area grew by 6.7% last year, compared with 3.9% for British Columbia as a whole.
Employment growth in the second quarter of 2005 continued an upward trend that's been ongoing since 1996 in the Lower Mainland Southwest region of British Columbia. Compared to the first quarter of 2005, April, May, and June saw increased job creation and declining unemployment. However, while job growth continued, the rate of increase slowed from last year. Over 27,000 jobs were added over the second quarter, a 17% decline over the same period last year when 32,900 new jobs were created.
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Top Occupational Groups
The demand for professional workers across Canada is high, specifically among the larger, metroploitan areas of Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, however smaller Canadian Cities and Towns across Canada are also experiencing economic growth. I have listed some occupations that are in demand within the professional catogory.
Computer Programming
Specific languages most in demand today include C++, Java, HTML, Visual Basic, Unix, and SQL Server.
Teaching & Training
There continues to be a demand for people with teaching and training skills in the fields of education, social services, management consulting, and commerce.
Engineering, Science and Math
Great advances are being made daily in the fields of science, medicine, and engineering. Bright minds skilled in the sciences and math are needed to meet the challenges of these fields.
Financial Sector & Money Management
With Canadians enjoying a longer life span, it's essential today to carefully plan one's finances to ensure a comfortable life and retirement. Investment brokers and security officers, retirement planners, accountants, and CPAs are in continual demand to meet this need.
IT Management
In the Age of Information, Canada now produces information as the basis of its economic system, and individuals who possess the ability to manage information are critical to most businesses. Systems analysts, information technologists, database administrators, and telecommunication engineers are examples of people with highly developed information management skills.
Foreign Language
Canada depends upon many nations for raw materials and goods, as well as for global markets for our own goods and services. The ability to speak a foreign language -- today's hot ones include Russian, Japanese, Chinese, and German -- can enhance your employment opportunities and compensation.
Business Management
The business of Canada is business! Understanding of how to run a successful company is highly in demand. At the core of these skills is the ability to manage people, systems, resources and finances; to understand the needs of consumers and how to translate those needs into business opportunities.
Desirable Skills
It is important to look at the skills that Canadian employers are seeking in a candidate. Here are some skills that are on employers list.
Problem Solving
Learn to identify problems provide solutions, and make effective and timely decisions. The problem solving skills can be applied in areas such as business administration, management consulting, public administration, science, medicine, and engineering.
Vocational-Technical
Invest if you can in Vocational skills such IT, Internet & Email and office programs such as word, power point etc. Repairs of electronic and mechanical equipment. You may be able to find some on line courses which will help you achieve courses.
Communication Skills
Know how to deal with people in a positive manner. Most Canadian companies look for people who are team players and how well you are able to communicate both verbally and electronically.
By Shadi Norman www.jobsearch-in-canada.com