The forecast for total internal R&D personnel in Canada's media and entertainment sectors, including publishing, motion picture, video and television program production, sound recording, programming, and broadcasting activities, shows a steady growth trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 16.68 thousand full-time equivalents (FTEs) in 2024 and reaching 18.05 thousand FTEs by 2028, we observe consistent annual increases.
Future trends to watch for:
- Growth in the digital media sector, which may drive increased R&D efforts and personnel needs.
- Technological advancements such as AI and VR, which could redefine content creation and distribution practices, impacting R&D demands.
- Policy changes and educational investments affecting skill development in the multimedia and broadcasting landscape.
