Last Updated on: 5th October 2024, 11:19 pm
As the sun gently bathes Atlantic Canada’s Newfoundland & Labrador in its morning glow, the province, situated as the easternmost in North America, is experiencing a rejuvenation akin to its historic Viking landing site. This revival is mirrored in its thriving economy, fueled by “The Way Forward on Immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador,” a five-year immigration strategy.
The initiative has successfully attracted a wave of skilled immigrants, contributing to the province’s current standing with the third-highest GDP in Canada.
List of Jobs In-Demand in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2024
The economic landscape is diverse, with the service sector leading the way, closely followed by fishing, manufacturing, and oil production. To delve deeper into this prosperous scenario, let’s explore the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and identify the most in-demand occupations in the province for the year 2024.
Annually, the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) recommends around a thousand skilled workers meeting permanent residency criteria to the Immigration and Refugee Control Commission (IRCC).
Applications are accepted through the provincial government website, with occupations like long-haul truck drivers, proficient cooks, butchers, and others experiencing high demand.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot
Under the Atlantic Immigration Pilot, foreign skilled professionals eyeing settlement in Atlantic Canada can apply for permanent residency (PR). With a valid job offer in the NOC 0, A, B, or C category and meeting other qualifying criteria, candidates can concurrently apply for PR along with their work visa.
This initiative covers a broad spectrum of in-demand occupations across various sectors.
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The in-demand jobs are classified into three key skill categories: management (O), professional jobs (A), and technical jobs or skilled trades (B).
Skill Types and Examples:
- O – Jobs in Management Positions
- Example: NOC 0111 Financial managers
- A – Professional Jobs
- Example: NOC 3012 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
- B – Technical Jobs and Skilled Trades
- Example: NOC 7251 Plumber
Priority Skilled Stream
Highly sought-after positions fall under the four main highly skilled sectors: Technology, Healthcare, Aquaculture, and Engineers/Developers.
Qualifying Occupations List for Priority Skills Newfoundland and Labrador Stream:
Healthcare:
- NOC 3111 & 3112: Physician (Family Medicine; Psychiatry; Pathology; General Internal Medicine; Radiology; Obstetrics and Gynecology; Anesthesia; Pediatric Intensivists (PICU); Neonatologists (NICU); Pathology)
- NOC 3124: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- NOC 3233: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- NOC 3413 & 4412: Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
- NOC 4151: Clinical Psychologist
- NOC 2111: Medical Physicist
- NOC 3215: Radiation Therapist
- NOC 3215: Dosimetrist
Aquaculture:
- NOC 0823: Captain (FM4 certification required)
- NOC 0823: Farming and Feeding Manager
- NOC 2221: Facility Technician
- NOC 0823: Assistant Manager
- NOC 2221: Cage Site Technician
- NOC 0823: Area Manager
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Engineers and Developers:
- NOC 2174: Software Developer
- NOC 2148: Biomedical Engineer
- NOC 2174: UI/UX Developer
- NOC 2133: Electrical Engineer
- NOC 2174: AI Developer
- NOC 2132: Mechanical Engineer
- NOC 2174: Python Developer
- NOC 2175: Web Developer
- NOC 2174: .NET Developer
- NOC 2147: Infrastructure Engineer
Technical Specialists:
- NOC 2171: Security Specialist
- NOC 2173 & 2174: Cloud Specialist
- NOC 2121: Bioinformatician
- NOC 2281: Computer Network Support
- NOC 2172: Data Analytics
- Offshore Technician
- ROV Operator
- Ocean Mapping Specialist
- NOC 5121: Technical Writer
In Newfoundland and Labrador, the future looks promising for those seeking exciting and fulfilling career opportunities.
