According to recent data from Statistics Canada, for the third quarter of 2024, technology roles continue to dominate Ontario‘s highest-paying job market. Data Scientists lead the pack at an average hourly wage of $49.15. The sector has shown remarkable growth, with a staggering 3,500% increase in job vacancies for Data Scientists compared to the previous year. Software developers and programmers also remain in high demand, offering an average hourly wage of $47.00 and nearly 1,600 job openings, representing a 38% increase from 2023.