Toronto continues to see job growth in the construction sector. With the continued boom in construction of condos and housing, as well as new commercial and multi-use facilities in progress and projected over the next 5-10 years, there seems to be no shortage of work for trades people, with more glazier jobs opening up in Toronto.
Housing Market Growth
According to a Bloomberg report, Toronto’s population is expected to rise over 6.6million people by 2025, which will increase the need for housing stock, even in a housing market that is already hot by every measure. With that many people, the construction of high density housing shows no signs of slowing. This momentum has a positive impact on a number of construction trades, including jobs for glaziers. Many new condo developments feature large windows or floor to ceiling glass exterior walls, giving people the perception of a larger space than the actual footprint of the condo. With space becoming increasingly in demand, condo units are likely to keep this model, allowing Toronto buildings to contain more units without them feeling small or dark.
Office Space
Toronto continues to attract tech companies to the city, leading to the development of an increasing number of corporate headquarters in the city. While these companies may purchase space in an existing building to begin with, this can be a temporary measure as they build a space that is more in line with their values and company culture. Just about everyone wants more windows in their office as access to a window can decrease incidents of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), improve productivity, and keep employees motivated. Even offices with glass walls facing into the building can improve the mood in the office.
With these continued trends, glaziers will continue to be a critical part of Toronto’s economic and social growth. In fact, ConstructConnect projects that glazier jobs in Toronto will grow by 11% by 2026, making them one of the 10 fastest growing careers in the construction industry.
If you are looking for a job that offers you growth opportunities and job security, becoming a glazier could be perfect for you! Contact IUPAT for more information about this exciting trend and how you can get started in this trade.
