Bank of Canada says aging population, low immigration ‘reshaping’ economy

What this means for your job search: Prepare for a more competitive tech job market with potentially fewer new roles; focus on demonstrating expertise in automation, efficiency, or healthcare tech to align with Canada's evolving economic needs. In 2025, Canada’s population growth slowed to 0.5 per cent – the slowest rate of growth in more than a century after 150 years of steady growth.