LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise 2025: The 25 fastest-growing roles in Canada
Professionals are navigating rapid change, and staying ahead of the curve is no easy feat. Recent LinkedIn research shows that 64% of workers feel overwhelmed by the pace of workplace shifts, from navigating AI to managing multi-generational teams.
But as the workplace continues to evolve, new opportunities arise. That’s exactly what our annual Jobs on the Rise list uncovers — spotlighting the fastest-growing jobs over the past three years and the trends defining the future of work. From the rise of AI cybersecurity roles to a surge of jobs in the travel industry, the ranking reveals sectors with sustainable growth in today’s evolving workforce. You can read more about our methodology at the bottom of this article.
The list is a roadmap that can point you in the right direction at any stage of your career. Under each job title, you can explore the most common skills, top hiring regions, remote and hybrid availability and more. And you can turn those insights into action by exploring open roles, honing your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses (free for all members until Feb. 15) or joining the conversation in the collaborative article for each featured role.
Check out the 25 fastest-growing jobs in Canada — and join the conversation using #JobsontheRise.
What they do: Flight attendants assist and serve passengers during flights and ensure their safety through safety procedures and cabin checks. | Most common skills: Flight Safety, First Aid, Customer Service | Most common industries: Airlines and Aviation, Travel Arrangements, Hospitality | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Calgary | Current gender distribution: 73% female, 27% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.4 | Top roles transitioned from: Passenger Service Agent, Administrative Assistant, Front Desk Representative?
What they do: Partnerships managers cultivate and maintain relationships with external organizations in order to drive business growth. | Most common skills: Strategic Partnerships, Account Management, Business Development | Most common industries: Technology and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, Non-profit Organizations | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal | Current gender distribution: 52% female, 48% male | Median years of prior experience: 5.1 | Top roles transitioned from: Sales Manager, Customer Success Manager, Account Executive | Flex work availability: 27.7% remote, 40.9% hybrid?
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What they do: Audio visual technicians install, operate and maintain AV equipment for usage in live events, presentations and meetings. | Most common skills: Audio Visual (AV) Systems, Live Sound, Audio Engineering | Most common industries: Event Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, Media and Telecommunications | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver | Current gender distribution: 15% female, 85% male | Median years of prior experience: 2.8 | Top roles transitioned from: Camera Operator, Production Assistant, Audio Engineer?
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What they do: Document controllers create and manage an organization’s internal documentation processes, ensuring both accuracy and regulatory compliance. | Most common skills: Electronic Document Management System (ESMS), Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), Records Management | Most common industries: Oil and Gas, Mining, Engineering Services | Top locations hiring: Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver | Current gender distribution: 76% female, 24% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.4 | Top roles transitioned from: Administrative Assistant, Quality Control Administrator, Office Coordinator | Flex work availability: 2.8% remote, 36.1% hybrid?
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What they do: Infrastructure analysts assess and monitor an organization’s IT infrastructure in order to mitigate potential risks and optimize security and overall performance. | Most common skills: Active Directory, Powershell, Virtualization | Most common industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Oil and Gas, Credit Intermediation | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Calgary | Current gender distribution: 17% female, 83% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.5 | Top roles transitioned from: Network Administrator, System Administrator, Information Technology Analyst | Flex work availability: 4.5% remote, 47.2% hybrid?
What they do: Artificial intelligence engineers design, develop and implement AI models and algorithms to optimize processes and solve complex problems. | Most common skills: Large Language Models (LLM), Deep Learning, TensorFlow | Most common industries: Technology and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, Research Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver | Current gender distribution: 22% female, 78% male | Median years of prior experience: 2.8 | Top roles transitioned from: Data Scientist, Full Stack Engineer, Research Assistant | Flex work availability: 39.9% remote, 28.2% hybrid?
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What they do: Pilots operate and navigate aircraft, working with flight crew and ground staff to safely transport passengers or cargo. | Most common skills: Flight Safety, Flight Training, Flight Planning | Most common industries: Airlines and Aviation, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Oil and Gas | Top locations hiring: Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton | Current gender distribution: 17% female, 83% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.2 | Top roles transitioned from: Camera Operator, Flight Attendant, Ramp Agent
Can also be known as Insurance Adjuster
What they do: Claims adjusters investigate and evaluate insurance claims in order to determine payment amounts for coverage, liability and settlements. | Most common skills: Claims Management, Claim Investigation, Property and Casualty Insurance | Most common industries: Insurance, Credit Intermediation, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Calgary, Montreal | Current gender distribution: 55% female, 45% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.1 | Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, Insurance Agent | Flex work availability: 19.9% remote, 54.1% hybrid?
What they do: Business development managers identify and create business opportunities for organizations that drive business expansion and promote revenue growth. | Most common skills: Sales Management, Account Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) | Most common industries: Technology and Internet, Business Consulting and Services, IT Services and IT Consulting | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal | Current gender distribution: 32% female, 68% male | Median years of prior experience: 5.2 | Top roles transitioned from: Sales Manager, Account Executive, Salesperson | Flex work availability: 20.1% remote, 43.1% hybrid?
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What they do: Technical sales specialists use product knowledge to inform clients about technical products or services, identifying business opportunities and fostering client relationships to meet sales goals. | Most common skills: Sales Management, Business Development, Sales Processes | Most common industries: Machinery Manufacturing, IT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary | Current gender distribution: 22% female, 78% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.4 | Top roles transitioned from: Project Manager, Account Manager, Product Manager | Flex work availability: 18.1% remote, 23.7% hybrid?
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What they do: Bus drivers transport passengers or cargo along designated routes, abiding by schedules and safety standards. | Most common skills: Commercial Driving, Freight Transportation, Operations Management | Most common industries: Ground Passenger Transportation, Truck Transportation, Hospitality | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa | Current gender distribution: 25% female, 75% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.0 | Top roles transitioned from: Security Officer, Delivery Driver, Client Relations Associate
What they do: Security technicians install, maintain and troubleshoot security systems to protect people and property, ensuring that equipment and access controls function correctly. | Most common skills: Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), Intrusion Detection, Troubleshooting | Most common industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Security and Investigations, Media and Telecommunications | Top locations hiring: Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa | Current gender distribution: 14% female, 86% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.0 | Top roles transitioned from: Telecommunications Technician, Electrician, Information Technology Technician
What they do: Cyber security specialists protect an organization’s digital systems and networks from potential threats by identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures and responding to security breaches. | Most common skills: Network Security, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) | Most common industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Non-profit Organizations, Technology and Internet | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver | Current gender distribution: 23% female, 77% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.5 | Top roles transitioned from: Technical Support Specialist, Cyber Security Engineer, Security Analyst | Flex work availability: 7.2% remote, 68.6% hybrid?
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What they do: Production operators control and monitor machinery and equipment in manufacturing environments to ensure efficient and safe production processes. | Most common skills: Machine Operation, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Quality Control | Most common industries: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing | Top locations hiring: Montreal, Toronto, Windsor, Ont. | Current gender distribution: 25% female, 75% male | Median years of prior experience: 2.3 | Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative, Technology Coordinator, Welder | Flex work availability: 7.4% hybrid?
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What they do: Psychotherapists assess, diagnose and treat patients’ mental health issues through therapy and other techniques. | Most common skills: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mental Health Counseling, Trauma Therapy | Most common industries: Medical Practices, Recreational Facilities, Individual and Family Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Ottawa, Guelph, Ont. | Current gender distribution: 83% female, 17% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.7 | Top roles transitioned from: Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Counselor, Social Worker | Flex work availability: 69.2% remote, 7.7% hybrid?
What they do: Chief revenue officers oversee the revenue-generating activities within an organization, aligning sales, marketing and other teams to meet business goals. | Most common skills: Software as a Service (SaaS), Revenue Management, Go-to-Market Strategy | Most common industries: Technology and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa | Current gender distribution: 16% female, 84% male | Median years of prior experience: 8.1 | Top roles transitioned from: Vice President of Global Sales, Vice President of Business Development, Vice President Acquisition | Flex work availability: 33.3% remote, 16.7% hybrid?
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What they do: Piping designers develop layouts and plans for piping systems in construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety and design standards. | Most common skills: CADWorx, Navisworks, Piping and Instrumentation Drawing (P&ID) | Most common industries: Oil and Gas, Engineering Services, Machinery Manufacturing | Top locations hiring: Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver | Current gender distribution: 19% female, 81% male | Median years of prior experience: 6.3 | Top roles transitioned from: Design Specialist, Mechanical Technologist, Piping Engineer | Flex work availability: 5.4% remote, 41.1% hybrid?
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What they do: Police officers enforce laws, maintain public safety and respond to incidents and emergencies to protect their respective communities. | Most common skills: Criminal Investigations, Public Safety, Crime Prevention | Most common industries: Administration of Justice, Higher Education, Security and Investigations | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa | Current gender distribution: 30% female, 70% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.2 | Top roles transitioned from: Research Assistant, Correctional Officer, Security Supervisor | Flex work availability: 70.6% remote, 4.7% hybrid?
What they do: Growth managers develop and implement strategies to increase a company’s market presence, revenue and customer base by identifying new opportunities for expansion. | Most common skills: Growth Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Business Development | Most common industries: Technology and Internet, Business Consulting and Services, Advertising Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary | Current gender distribution: 37% female, 63% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.6 | Top roles transitioned from: Business Development Manager, Account Executive, Operational Specialist | Flex work availability: 27.7% remote, 40.9% hybrid?
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What they do: Event coordinators facilitate the organization and execution of events, handling logistics and other details to ensure smooth operation. | Most common skills: Social Media, Time Management, Customer Service | Most common industries: Non-profit Organizations, Higher Education, Events Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal | Current gender distribution: 76% female, 24% male | Median years of prior experience: 2.5 | Top roles transitioned from: Salesperson, Marketing Coordinator, Customer Service Representative | Flex work availability: 9.7% remote, 44.3% hybrid?
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Can also be referred to as Diagnostic Medical Sonographer?
What they do: Sonographers use ultrasound technology to create medical images of patients for healthcare professionals to use in medical diagnosis and treatment processes. | Most common skills: Medical Imaging, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Patient Safety | Most common industries: Medical Practices, Recreational Facilities, Higher Education | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Calgary, Hamilton (Burlington) | Current gender distribution: 82% female, 18% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.3 | Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative, Radiographer, Server
What they do: Food and beverage supervisors oversee food service operations within establishments and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. | Most common skills: Food and Beverage Operations, Restaurant Management, Hospitality Management | Most common industries: Hospitality, Recreational Facilities, Food and Beverage Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton | Current gender distribution: 41% female, 49% male | Median years of prior experience: 1.3 | Top roles transitioned from: Chef, Banquet Manager, Bartender
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What they do: Procurement officers manage purchasing processes for an organization, including sourcing and acquiring goods and negotiating cost-effective contracts. | Most common skills: Contract Management, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation | Most common industries: Military and International Affairs, Mining, Ground Passenger Transportation | Top locations hiring: Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto | Current gender distribution: 50% female, 50% male | Median years of prior experience: 4.0 | Top roles transitioned from: Buyer, Sourcing Manager, Order Coordinator | Flex work availability: 5.0% remote, 70.0% hybrid
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What they do: Construction inspectors evaluate construction projects to assure their compliance with safety regulations, building codes and design specifications. | Most common skills: Construction Management, Site Inspections, Construction Safety | Most common industries: Civil Engineering, Ground Passenger Transportation, Design Services | Top locations hiring: Toronto, Vancouver, Windsor | Current gender distribution: 15% female, 85% male | Median years of prior experience: 2.5 | Top roles transitioned from: Civil Engineering Technician, Fiber Technician, Project Manager
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Can also be known as Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist
What they do: Environmental specialists evaluate environmental issues, developing strategies to address concerns and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. | Most common skills: Environmental Compliance, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Consulting | Most common industries: Business Consulting and Services, Civil Engineering, Mining | Top locations hiring: Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto | Current gender distribution: 53% female, 47% male | Median years of prior experience: 3.0 | Top roles transitioned from: Biologist, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Technician | Flexible work availability: 1.5% remote, 50.0% hybrid?
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You can also check out the Jobs on the Rise in Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands (Dutch and English), Saudi Arabia (English and Arabic), Singapore, Spain, Sweden (Swedish and English), Switzerland (French and German), Türkiye, the UAE, the UK and the U.S.
List Methodology
LinkedIn Economic Graph researchers examined millions of jobs started by LinkedIn members from January 1, 2022 to July 31, 2024 to calculate a growth rate for each job title. To be ranked, a job title needed to see positive growth across our membership base and sufficient job postings in the past year, as well as have grown to a meaningful size by 2024. Identical job titles across different seniority levels were grouped and ranked together. Internships, volunteer positions, interim roles and student roles were excluded, and jobs where hiring was dominated by a small handful of companies in each country were also excluded.?
Job Insights?
Additional data points for each of the job titles are based on LinkedIn profiles of members holding the title and/or open jobs for that title in the country.
Flexible work availability is based on jobs posted from November 2023 to November 2024 flagged as “remote” or “hybrid” by the poster or containing similar keywords. Most common skills were derived from the top skills most unique to each title among members who have ever held that title on LinkedIn. Median years of experience was calculated using the median years of work experience held prior to starting in the featured title for members hired within the methodology time frame. Most common industries are based on the industry of the companies that hired the highest number of members for each job from January 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024. Gender breakdown was calculated by measuring the number of members by identified gender currently in each job (provided there was meaningful gender data) as a percentage of the total members with known gender per job. Top locations hiring were categorized as the regions that employed the largest percentage of each job title from January 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024. Most common transitions were identified by the share of transitions from another occupation into the featured job in the past 3 years.
Methodology and insights by: LinkedIn's Economic Graph team
Career Strategist ?? Job Search ?? Entrepreneur coach ?? Infusing psychology, neuro/cognitive science, HI/AI to guide quality of career, life, job improvements ?? Branding strategy 4 LinkedIn, Resumes, Social Media
3 周An interesting and informative list of trending jobs worth reviewing. A note of caution that this reflects LinkedIn data and may not paint a full picture of the job trends in Canada. Remember when making decisions about your career, review many resources and seek out insights from informed sources and professionals. Canada has Provincial Career Development Associations and Provincial labour market data that shares information on job and career trends relevant in your Province.
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3 周What I love about this list is the data and the top roles people are transitioning from—it highlights the potential for career pivots. I’m also noticing new roles created by AI, like artificial intelligence engineers. AI is here to stay, and the more we resist it, the harder it will be to keep up. What’s alarming, though, is the gender gap in AI roles: only 22% female and 78% male, according to this data. We need to close this gap, starting from early education. No more home science bias just for girls—let’s push for STEM and hands-on AI knowledge in schools as part of the solution.
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1 个月With political division and tensions rising, I believe workplaces may need more employee training and practice in the art of dialogue so that workplace discussions, such as in meetings and during feedback conversations, are productive, efficient, and support growth and team cohesion. It could also support teh rediscovery of statesmanship and respectful debate in parliamentary discussions. Curious about others' thoughts on this.
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1 个月I'm struck by how gendered the jobs were. Not sure if acknowledging more than 2 genders would make a difference but very few of these jobs are 50-50 between 2 genders. Most were overwhelming male or female dominated. Is that illuminating our present or indicating our future?
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1 个月I'm surprised that there are not more health care jobs on the list, only psychotherapist.