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The Top In-Demand Occupations in Nova Scotia Post-Pandemic

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"The Covid-19 pandemic drastically affected certain sectors of the Canadian economy, while other industries experienced more success due to a change in consumer habits. The Canadian government conducted a study to identify how different sectors of the economy were affected by the pandemic."
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Published on:  Oct 9, 2021
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The Covid-19 pandemic drastically affected certain sectors of the Canadian economy, while other industries experienced more success due to a change in consumer habits. The Canadian government conducted a study to identify how different sectors of the economy were affected by the pandemic. This study highlights the occupations that increased in demand in the province of Nova Scotia. 

What Are the In-Demand Occupations in Nova Scotia Post-Pandemic?

Occupations in the Healthcare Industry: 

While there was a shortage of healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia before the pandemic, post-pandemic, this demand certainly skyrocketed. Given the aging population in the province and the popularity of hiring home support workers, demand for the following NOC codes increased in the province:

  • Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses - NOC 3012
  • Licensed Practical Nurses - NOC 3233
  • Massage Therapists - NOC 3236
  • Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient Service Associates - NOC 3413

Business, Finance, and Administration Occupations: 

Since many of the jobs under this occupation group can be performed remotely, the employment rate was not negatively affected during the pandemic. The following National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes fall under this group:

  • Financial Auditors and Accountants - NOC 1111
  • Administrative Officers - NOC 1221
  • Administrative Assistants - NOC 1241
  • General Office Support Workers - NOC 1411

Natural and Applied Sciences and Related Occupations: 

Many jobs under this occupation group did not experience a negative impact during the pandemic as they were able to continue working while observing the Covid-19 related restrictions. The pandemic also increased the demand for workers in the following NOC codes in Nova Scotia:

  • Information System Analysts and Consultants - NOC 2171
  • Software Engineers and Designers - NOC 2173
  • Computer Programmers and Interactive Media Developers - NOC 2174
  • Deck Officers and Water Transport - NOC 2273
  • User Support Technicians - NOC 2282

Trades, Transport and Equipment Operators, and Related Occupations: 

The construction sector remained largely unaffected by the pandemic. While they were required to follow the Covid-19 restrictions, the demand for workers like carpenters, laborers, and helpers continued to grow. Heavy equipment operators and specialized tradespersons were required for healthcare, highway, and private sector projects. The following NOC codes increased in demand in Nova Scotia post-pandemic:

  • Carpenters - NOC 7271
  • Transport Truck Drivers - NOC 7511
  • Delivery and Courier Service Drivers - NOC 7514
  • Heavy Equipment Operators, Except Cranes - NOC 7521
  • Construction Trade Helpers and Labourers - NOC 7611

How to Immigrate to Nova Scotia?

Nova Scotia has the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) to nominate foreign workers and international graduates with skills and experience relevant to the local labor market needs. If you are employed in one of the above-mentioned occupations, you can apply to immigrate to Nova Scotia through the NSNP. The NSNP offers the following immigration pathways:

The Express Entry linked Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams are also known as Enhanced PNP streams. These streams allow PNPs to nominate candidates from the Express Entry pool. The Express Entry system manages applications for the 3 federal economic immigration programs for skilled workers:

To qualify for the enhanced PNP streams, candidates will be required to meet the requirements of one of the above-mentioned programs.

You can also immigrate to Nova Scotia through the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP). The AIPP was introduced to encourage economic immigration to the Atlantic Provinces of Canada, namely, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. The AIPP offers an immigration pathway for skilled and semi-skilled foreign workers and international graduates provided they meet the requirements for the program.

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