According to Statistics Canada, manufacturing employment is expected to decline by 1.3% annually from 2023 to 2028, due to automation and global market trends.
A report by The Conference Board of Canada forecasts that the manufacturing sector will experience a shift towards high-tech and specialized industries, leading to a moderate increase in employment opportunities.
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters predict that the sector will see a resurgence in employment growth, driven by investments in clean technology and advanced manufacturing processes.
The Ontario government's labour market trends website provides projections of manufacturing employment in the province, forecasting a decline in traditional manufacturing jobs but an increase in jobs related to emerging technologies.
A study by the Institute for Research on Public Policy examines the effects of automation on manufacturing employment in Canada, concluding that while some jobs may be displaced, new ones will be created in fields like maintenance and programming.
Trading Economics provides historical data and forecasts for manufacturing employment in Canada, predicting a gradual decline in the number of employees in the sector over the next five years.
A video by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation explores the changing nature of work in the manufacturing sector, featuring interviews with industry experts and workers who are adapting to new technologies and processes.
A report by the University of Western Ontario's Centre for Research on Work and Society analyzes trends and forecasts for manufacturing employment in Canada, highlighting the need for workers to develop skills in areas like data analysis and problem-solving.