Give your career a boost by targeting the most in-demand jobs in Canada. According to JobFutures, the jobs with the best prospects through 2009 will come from science and engineering, health and caring and law.
These include:
Science and Engineering
Canada’s move to a high tech economy with a strong research background will be evident in the many engineering and science jobs available. Consider:
• Food and Household Sciences (Dietetics)
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
Heath and Caring
With people living longer than ever, the need for health care continues to grow. Check out careers in:
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Basic Medical Sciences
• Health
• Medical/Surgical Specialties
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Social Work/Welfare
• Dentistry
• Medicine (MD)
• Pharmacy
• Dental Hygiene/Assistant Technologies
• Nursing Aide/Orderly
• Health Technologies
• Medical Laboratory Technologies
• Radiography, Radiation Therapy and Nuclear Medicine Technologies
Legal
An aging workforce, coupled with a decrease in law school enrollments, will boost demand for legal professionals.
No matter what career you choose, be sure to pick one that will allow you some personal motivation. While it’s possible to have a successful career you only like, it’s a lot harder to succeed if you can’t stand it. Avoid burnout by seeking professional and personal balance in your life. Of course, it never hurts to work in an in-demand field, if the stability and income potential helps round out the rest of your life.
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