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Job Market Update May 2025 Canadian Job Market Update

Spring Surge in Employment and Immigration Trends

May 2025 witnessed a notable surge in employment across various provinces in Canada, driven by seasonal hiring and strong economic performance. According to new data from Job Bank Canada, Statistics Canada, and IRCC, the labour market saw upward trends in job creation, especially in agriculture, hospitality, healthcare, and construction.

1. National Employment Overview

Unemployment Rate: The national unemployment rate dropped to 5.4%, showing signs of economic resilience and increased hiring activities.
Job Vacancies: Over 785,000 vacancies were recorded, representing a 3.2% increase compared to April. Sectors like tourism, healthcare, and skilled trades saw the most significant demand.
Top Hiring Provinces:
- Ontario and Quebec experienced substantial hiring in hospitality, construction, and healthcare.
- Alberta saw consistent demand for workers in oil, logistics, and food services.
- Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia showed increased demand in agriculture and education.

2. High-Demand Occupations

Source: Job Bank Canada – Monthly Labour Market Insights

Occupation	NOC Code	Job Outlook
General Farm Workers	85100	Very Good
Construction Labourers	75110	High Demand
Registered Nurses	31301	Excellent
Chefs	62200	Strong Demand
Cybersecurity Specialists	21220	High Demand

3. Immigration & Work Opportunities

Express Entry: May saw targeted Express Entry draws focusing on agriculture and tech occupations, with lower CRS cutoffs to attract more applicants.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): Provinces such as Alberta, Ontario, and New Brunswick issued nominations for skilled trades, healthcare, and education professionals.
LMIA: LMIA approvals rose, especially in rural regions looking to fill roles in hospitality, farm labour, and healthcare support.

4. Regional Job Highlights

Montreal (QC): Strong hiring in construction, restaurants, and transport.
Regina (SK): Increased demand for agricultural technicians and support staff.
Halifax (NS): Steady growth in education and healthcare roles.
Edmonton (AB): Continued hiring in logistics, oil services, and food processing.

5. Key Takeaways for Immigrants and Job Seekers

Spring Boost in Hiring: Seasonal trends contributed to a surge in employment across key sectors.
Opportunities in Rural Canada: Several provinces are actively recruiting immigrants to fill labour shortages in rural and semi-urban areas.
PNP and LMIA Remain Key Pathways: These immigration programs continue to be vital for international job seekers looking to enter and stay in the Canadian workforce.

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Occupation	NOC Code	Job Outlook
General Farm Workers	85100	Very Good
Construction Labourers	75110	High Demand
Registered Nurses	31301	Excellent
Chefs	62200	Strong Demand
Cybersecurity Specialists	21220	High Demand