According to Randstad, a world-renowned recruiting firm with a strong presence in Canada, Canada’s economy is already picking up from the massive impact of COVID-19, with 7 in 10 Canadian employers expecting to re-hire now the pandemic is getting under control.

In their recently published article, they list the top 15 jobs in Canada for 202These are:

Administrative Assistants;
Customer Service Representatives;
Sales Associates;
Drivers;
Accounts Payable and Receivable;
Registered Nurses;
General Labourer;
Project Manager;
Welder;
Electrical Engineer;
1Software Developer;
1Merchandiser;
1Accountant;
1HR Manager;
1Financial Advisor.

Like most countries, in 2020 Canadian Employers quickly adapted to a remote work environment with majority of workforces now working 100% remotely. With this, we have seen a shift in the in- demand skill set employers look for when hiring their next employee. To excel in 2021, you should expect to demonstrate the following skills:

Empathy;
Collaborative Problem-Solving;
Adaptability;
Time Management;
Digital Literacy;
Strong Written and Oral Communication;
Focus;
Attention to Detail.