Canada released a government study highlighting pandemic-affected jobs in Nova Scotia.
Many Canadians lost their jobs or had to reduce their working hours as a result of public health measures to contain the spread of the virus. The hospitality industry is one of the sectors that were most affected.
However, other jobs saw increasing demand. Some of these jobs are listed below. The list given below is jotted down with their National Occupational Classification (NOC) code as well.
1. Business, finance, and administration jobs
Many of these jobs can be done remotely and have therefore not been affected by pandemic health interventions.
The following jobs are in demand:
Auditor and Accountant (NOC 1111)
Administrative Officer (NOC 1221)
Administrative Assistants (NOC 1241)
General office workers (NOC 1411)
2. Natural & Applied sciences related jobs
These jobs performed relatively well during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many were able to continue their work while maintaining physical distancing and other health measures or working remotely.
Candidates in various engineering fields have good job prospects and opportunities, and the number of people working in information systems & computing has grown steadily in Nova Scotia.
Here are some of the jobs that are in demand in Nova Scotia:
Information Systems Analysts and Consultants (NOC 2171)
Software engineers and designers (NOC 2173)
Interactive media developer & Computer programmer (NOC 2174)
Deck Officers, Water Transport (NOC 2273)
User Support Technician (NOC 2282)
3. Health jobs
One-tenth of the workforce in Nova Scotia works in health professions. The demand for these jobs existed prior to COVID-19 due to the aging population of the province and the increasing popularity of home care. The pandemic has further increased demand.
The jobs that have been positively impacted are given below:
Nurses and Nurses in Psychiatry (NOC 3012)
Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 3233)
Massage therapists (NOC 3236)
Nursing assistants, nurses, and patient service staff (NOC 3413)
4. Trades, transport, and equipment operators
Many construction jobs were not badly affected by the pandemic. Professionals had to commit to physical distancing requirements and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) on site.
Less specialized construction professions such as carpenters, workers, and helpers are in demand, and it is expected that this will continue to be the case.
Specialized craftsmen and heavy machinery operators may also be in demand due to an increasing number of health, highway, and private sector projects.
Truck drivers were in demand even before the pandemic. This demand has increased significantly.
Here is a list of some of the jobs that might be sought after in Nova Scotia:
Carpenters (NOC 7271)
Truck driver (NOC 7511)
Delivery and courier service driver (NOC 7514)
Heavy equipment operator, except crane (NOC 7521)
Construction workers and workers (NOC 7611)
How you can immigrate to Nova Scotia?
If you are looking to immigrate to Nova Scotia permanently, you may have several options to choose from.
Canadian provinces and territories try to attract and retain immigrants in order to meet the provincial labour market needs and requirements. This is done to support Canadian economic growth.
If you have work experience, particularly in a sought-after job, you may have several options for obtaining Canada permanent residency.
You can also use your work experience as part of a permanent residence application through one of Canada's premier economic class immigration programs:
Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP)
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
To do this, you must use the Canadian Federal Express Entry System. However, it is important to note that this system is intended for skilled workers only.
Of the professions listed above, only the following are considered qualified:
Auditor and Accountant (NOC 1111)
Administrative Officer (NOC 1221)
Administrative Assistants (NOC 1241)
Information Systems Analysts and Consultants (NOC 2171)
Software engineers and designers (NOC 2173)
Interactive media developer & Computer programmer (NOC 2174)
Deck Officers, Water Transport (NOC 2273)
User Support Technician (NOC 2282)
Nurses and Nurses in Psychiatry (NOC 3012)
Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 3233)
Massage therapists (NOC 3236)
Carpenters (NOC 7271)
In addition, Nova Scotia has its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) with some immigration opportunities for people with work experience.
The Provincial Skilled Worker Stream is designed to invite skilled, semi-skilled, and low-skilled workers who are already in possession of a job offer letter from an employer in Nova Scotia.
The job In-Demand Stream is aimed at people who have a job offer in a job with medium qualifications (NOC Skill Level C).
Qualified candidates who have worked for an employer in a province for the period of at least one year and also have an Express Entry profile, can apply through the Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry stream.
Nova Scotia also has a Labour Market Priorities stream is for Express Entry applicants who meet specific provincial labour market requirements.
Another option is the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP). This accelerated immigration program enables employers in the Atlantic provinces to hire foreigners for jobs they were unable to fill in Canada. Employers do not need a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to recruit foreign nationals through the AIP.
The Atlantic provinces are:
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Prince Edward Island
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