Alberta's government says these eight jobs are in highest demand

May 6 2024, 4:23 pm

If you’re considering a new career, check out some of Alberta’s highest in-demand jobs.

Finding your career path can sometimes feel a little overwhelming, especially if there seem to be few vacancies in that field. Thankfully, the provincial government keeps track of which industries are looking to expand their workforce.

Every three years, the Alberta government publishes a short-term employment forecast, evaluating over 500 occupations and categorizing them into four demand categories: high, moderately high, medium, and low demand.

The forecast helps employers and industries develop strategic workforce plans and supports educational institutions in developing programs that are more responsive to labour market demands.

For 2023-2025, the province identified five occupations as being the highest in demand:

  • Veterinarians
  • Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Nurse practitioners
  • Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
  • Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
  • Food service supervisors
  • Tilesetters

Various careers in health, natural and applied sciences, as well as sales and service occupations account for most disciplines in the high-demand and moderately high-demand jobs.

Government of Alberta

Most occupations in Alberta fall into the medium or low-demand category. The medium demand category contains a number of trades and transport occupations, as well as some in sales and service.

Government of Alberta

Occupations in manufacturing and utilities made up 228 of all the careers listed in low demand.

So, there you have it! If you’re looking to secure a new job, pick something in hot demand and make that career move you’ll thrive in.

While you’re at it, check out some of these fantastic jobs hiring around Calgary and Edmonton right now.

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