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Information Technology industry in Canada has a positive outlook and the sector is considered as a major employer in Canada and contributes about $150 billion every year to the nation’s economy. More than 41,000 IT firms are there in the country with 86% having fewer employees.
The tech industry is rapidly growing and has constant need for these professionals. The sector is predicted to grow by a total of 22.4% by 2024 and by the end of 2025 there will be 2.26 million people employed in this sector.
Job growth and demand for IT analysts is considered to be one of the strongest among all the occupations in Canada. The job openings for IT analysts till 2028 is expected to be 113,000 where 98,700 job vacancies will be required to be filled by new job seekers. In the next 10 years, there will be 47% of all openings for IT analysts. These professionals work in areas such as the computer systems and related fields as well as in the fields of insurance, banking, leasing services, real estate, information services, and telecommunications. Demand for these professionals is expected to continue to grow due to advancements in technology and rapid innovation.
The key industries employing IT analysts in Canada include:
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Details about the job vacancies across various locations are given below:
Location |
Available jobs |
Alberta |
111 |
British Columbia |
126 |
Canada |
839 |
Manitoba |
16 |
New Brunswick |
20 |
Nova Scotia |
14 |
Ontario |
393 |
Québec |
108 |
Saskatchewan |
20 |
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IT analysts are one of the most in demand professions in Canada and they continue to be in demand across various industries, driven by the increasing technology. Employers are seeking IT analysts with specialized skills, including data analytics, cyber security, cloud computing, and proficiency in emerging technologies, reflecting the evolving nature of IT roles. The on-going digital transformation initiatives in Canadian businesses are fueling the need for IT analysts who can contribute to the development and implementation of advanced technologies. The sector is predicted to grow by a total of 22.4% by 2024 and by the end of 2025 there will be 2.26 million people employed in this sector. In the next 10 years, there will be 47% of all openings for IT analysts.
TEER Code |
Job positions |
2171 |
Information system analysts and consultants |
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IT analysts can earn an average salary ranging between CAD 74,349 and CAD 113,235 per annum. The wages for an IT analyst in different provinces can be found in the table below:
Community/Area |
Median average salary per annum in CAD |
Canada |
CAD 80,151 |
Alberta |
CAD 87,058 |
British Columbia |
CAD 77,870 |
Manitoba |
CAD 74,349 |
New Brunswick |
CAD 101,595 |
Nova Scotia |
CAD 74,739 |
Ontario |
CAD 100,215 |
Quebec |
CAD 113,235 |
Saskatchewan |
CAD 85,870 |
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Canada offers various pathways and visas for people looking to live and work in Canada, below are the visas and ways for IT analysts to move to Canada:
Express Entry is a popular pathway for immigrants looking to work and settle in Canada permanently. It point based system with factors such as age, work experience, education, and language proficiency.
To immigrate to Canada through Express Entry system, you will first need to submit an online profile. The profile will be created with all the information including your credentials and qualifications. The CRS will assign scores for your credentials. If you have a good or high CRS score then you will likely receive an invitation to apply for a permanent residence in Canada.
The current Express Entry system has shifted from CRS score to inviting candidates according to the occupations in demand. This change in the way of selecting immigration candidates has been adopted with meeting the essential job market needs.
The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) under the Express Entry program is considered the best suited for workers in technology without any previous experience working in Canada.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is provided by many provinces in Canada by giving IT analysts the pathway to migrate and settle in that particular province in Canada. In these PNP programs, few invite candidates from the Express Entry pool by offering them a nomination for permanent residency.
Candidates who meet specific eligibility requirements are given the work permit in Canada. This permit allows foreign nationals to live and work in the country legally.
Digital Nomad visa allows the IT analysts to work remotely. Through this visa, these professionals can work remotely from inside or outside of Canada.
Through this visa, candidates can also get a work permit afterwards, and can lead to permanent residency in Canada.
Intra company transfer is a way that transfers IT analyst professionals from one company to work in another branch of company in Canada. This permit allows working for 1 year and this experience can be used to apply for immigration through PNP or Express Entry.
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