Did You Know? Canada is Looking for Skilled Workers in These Top 6 Categories

Vikrant Gungash
Sep 30
4 min read

By Vikrant Singh, September 30, 2025

Canada’s Express Entry category-based selection is now shining the spotlight on skilled workers in six high-demand areas. If you have the right skills and experience, this could be your golden ticket to Canadian Permanent Residency (PR).

Here’s the breakdown:

1. French-language Proficiency

Bilingual candidates are highly valued. If you can communicate in French, Canada wants you — especially in provinces like Quebec, Ontario, and New Brunswick.

No fixed occupation list here. If you’re fluent in French and meet Express Entry requirements, you’re eligible.

2. Healthcare and Social Services Occupations

Canada’s healthcare system needs professionals more than ever. From nurses to veterinarians, opportunities abound.

Occupation	2021 NOC Code	TEER Category
Animal health technologists & veterinary technicians	32104	2
Audiologists & speech language pathologists	31112	1
Cardiology technologists	32123	2
Chiropractors	31201	1
Dental hygienists & dental therapists	32111	2
Dentists	31110	1
Dieticians & nutritionists	31121	1
General practitioners & family physicians	31102	1
Licensed practical nurses	32101	2
Massage therapists	32201	2
Medical lab assistants & related	33101	3
Medical lab technologists	32120	2
Medical radiation technologists	32121	2
Medical sonographers	32122	2
Nurse aides, orderlies & patient service associates	33102	3
Nurse practitioners	31302	1
Nursing coordinators & supervisors	31300	1
Occupational therapists	31203	1
Optometrists	31111	1
Other medical technologists & technicians	32129	2
Paramedical occupations	32102	2
Pharmacists	31120	1
Pharmacy assistants	33103	3
Pharmacy technicians	32124	2
Physician assistants, midwives & allied	31303	1
Physiotherapists	31202	1
Psychologists	31200	1
Registered nurses & psychiatric nurses	31301	1
Respiratory therapists & perfusionists	32103	2
Social & community service workers	42201	2
Social workers	41300	1
Specialists in clinical & lab medicine	31100	1
Specialists in surgery	31101	1
Therapists in counselling & related	41301	1
Veterinarians	31103	1

3. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Occupations

Tech and engineering professionals are powering Canada’s future.

Occupation	2021 NOC Code	TEER Category
Architecture & science managers	20011	0
Civil engineering technologists & technicians	22300	2
Civil engineers	21300	1
Cybersecurity specialists	21220	1
Electrical & electronics technologists & technicians	22310	2
Electrical & electronics engineers	21310	1
Geological engineers	21331	1
Industrial & manufacturing engineers	21321	1
Insurance agents & brokers	63100	3
Mechanical engineering technologists & technicians	22301	2
Mechanical engineers	21301	1

4. Trade Occupations

Skilled trades are in high demand across construction, mechanics, and repair services.

Occupation	2021 NOC Code	TEER Category
Contractors & supervisors, oil & gas drilling	82021	2
Floor covering installers	73113	3
Painters & decorators	73112	3
Roofers & shinglers	73110	3
Concrete finishers	73100	3
Other technical trades & related	72999	2
Water well drillers	72501	2
Electrical mechanics	72422	2
Heating, refrigeration & A/C mechanics	72402	2
Heavy-duty equipment mechanics	72401	2
Construction millwrights & industrial mechanics	72400	2
Bricklayers	72320	2
Cabinetmakers	72311	2
Carpenters	72310	2
Gas fitters	72302	2
Plumbers	72300	2
Industrial electricians	72201	2
Electricians (except power systems)	72200	2
Welders & related operators	72106	2
Sheet metal workers	72102	2
Machinists & inspectors	72100	2
Home building & renovation managers	70011	0
Construction managers	70010	0
Cooks	63200	3
Construction estimators	22303	2

5. Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations

Canada needs workers to strengthen its food supply chain.

Occupation	2021 NOC Code	TEER Category
Butchers – retail & wholesale	63201	3

6. Education Occupations

Teachers and educators are shaping the next generation in Canada.

Occupation	2021 NOC Code	TEER Category
Elementary & secondary school teacher assistants	43100	3
Instructors of persons with disabilities	42203	2
Early childhood educators & assistants	42202	2
Elementary school & kindergarten teachers	41221	1
Secondary school teachers	41220	1

Final Thoughts

If your occupation is on these lists, you’re in luck — Canada is actively inviting skilled professionals like you through Express Entry’s category-based draws. Whether you’re a nurse, engineer, teacher, or tradesperson, now is the time to explore your PR options.

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