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Labour Shortage: Challenges, Considerations And Solutions to Attract Electrical Talent

The construction industry is brimming with opportunities for electrical professionals to work and advance their careers. According to Statistics Canada, there were 4,865 job vacancies for electricians (except for industrial and power systems) in the third quarter of 2023. And while the total openings have decreased by 410 jobs (approximately 8%) since the same period in 2022, the race for companies to attract top talent is as steadfast as ever, with thousands of positions still in play.

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