Software developers and programmers

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Annapolis Valley region:

• Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 76%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 23%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,060 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 78%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

• Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 76%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 23%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

• Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.
• Calgary is one of the fastest-growing tech talent markets in North America, accounting for 7% of Calgary’s overall workforce in 2025. In the region, tech employment has jumped 61% during the period of 2021 to 2024.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 11,750 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 69%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 77%
  • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 23%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

• Approximately 2,790 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 53%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 13%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

• Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 57%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

• Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 67%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.
• The Edmonton region offers a variety of opportunities to acquire the education and skills necessary for this occupation. 
• Employment opportunities for workers are good in the near-term, as the region’s tech sector continues to attract significant venture capital investments. 

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 4,670 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 62%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Estrie region:

• Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 69%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 20%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 1,060 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 65%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 2,960 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 68%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%
  • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

• Approximately 5,130 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 60%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Very limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

• Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 72%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 9,970 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 54%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 18%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Kootenay region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 57%
  • Utilities (NAICS 22): 19%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Lanaudière region:

• Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 56%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 20%
  • Utilities (NAICS 22): 8%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Laurentides region:

• Approximately 650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 56%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 20%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

• Approximately 14,080 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

• Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the London region:

• Approximately 3,660 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 12%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 23,020 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 63%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 13%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Mauricie region:

• Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 73%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 13%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 800 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 62%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 18%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Montérégie region:

• Approximately 4,370 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

• Approximately 14,080 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

• Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 77%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 13%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the North Central region:

• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 39%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 36%
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 25%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the North Shore region:

• Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 71%
  • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 27%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Very limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 72%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Northwest region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 48%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 18%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 16%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Ottawa region:

• Approximately 13,200 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 53%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 17%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Outaouais region:

• Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 41%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
• Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 56%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 31%
  • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 14%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

• Approximately 650 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 60%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation primarily depends on the demand for professional, scientific, and technical services.

Sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, cryptography, mobile application development, artificial intelligence and automation have had strong growth in recent years. The future of employment in this occupation depends heavily on developments in these fields.

After a period of strong growth, the IT sector is now going through a reorganization phase, which could slow down growth for some time. Despite an uncertain economic context, companies will nevertheless continue to invest in these technologies to remain competitive and improve efficiency. These investments should help create new jobs, even if their scope could be limited by the economic situation.

Artificial intelligence is also changing the sector. It is opening up new job opportunities, specifically in the development of that technology. However, it could also replace or change certain tasks that are carried out by these professionals, particularly with the use of AI-based coding tools, which could have a negative impact on employment.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 75%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 23%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 85%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%

The employment outlook will be Limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

• Approximately 980 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 61%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the South Central region:

• Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 39%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 36%
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 25%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 79%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Southern region:

• Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

• Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 77%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 770 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 65%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 17%

The employment outlook will be Very limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Toronto region:

• Approximately 52,470 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 60%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

The employment outlook will be Good for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 2,310 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 65%
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 9%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

The employment outlook will be Very limited for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

• Approximately 1,720 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 60%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 6%

The employment outlook will be Moderate for software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about software developers and programmers in the Winnipeg region:

• Approximately 3,520 people work in this occupation.
• Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 17%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 6%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 5%

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.