Toronto, Ontario — More Canadians are considering careers in the skilled trades than in previous years, a new survey shows. According to a recent Leger survey commissioned by Classic Fire + Life Safety, 43 percent of Canadians have considered taking up a skilled trade this year, up from 40 percent last year. While 76 percent of respondents believe there are more skilled trade opportunities than before, that’s down slightly from 80 percent in 2024. However, nearly two-thirds (62 percent) believe skilled trade compensation is good. Still, interest in some skilled trades is limited.