Future of work
A curated resource of recent research on trends shaping Canada's labour market.
Strengthening the digital workforce can lead to more innovation, higher productivity, and more resilient local and regional economies. New and more specialized occupations that complement technology will emerge while others will be automated. As a result, an increase in skill mismatches and long-term unemployment is likely. This paper models the transition pathways from 92 high-risk low-mobility (HRLM) occupations to 21 rapid-growth occupations based on skills similarity, skills mobility and wage differences. Twenty-two HRLM occupations have a transition pathway requiring six months of training; 79 occupations, however, require one year of training. Understanding the occupational pathways from HRLM occupations to rapid-growth digital occupations allows stakeholders, including governments, to facilitate the digital transformation of Canada’s economy. It is essential to provide a roadmap for career transitions that can mitigate worker displacement.