However, those employed in education, health care, and engineering and construction view their industries as stable.

"Canadians need to remember that behind the technology, there will still be people. An agile mindset — which includes working collaboratively, embracing inclusivity and creative problem-solving — will be the skills that set workers apart in the next decade, across all sectors,” said Carolyn Levy, president of technologies at Randstad Canada.

More than one-third (38 per cent) believe baby boomers have the greatest risk of losing their jobs due to technology, compared to 21 per cent for gen Xers and 13 per cent of millennials.