Workforce Planning Hamilton is pleased to announce the appointment of Justine Agada as Interim Executive Director.

With a strong background in workforce development, program coordination, and community engagement, Justine brings a wealth of experience in supporting equitable employment initiatives and labor market growth.

🚨 The 2024-2025 Local Labour Market Plan (LLMP) is here! 🚨

Workforce Planning Hamilton (WPH) has just released its annual LLMP, providing valuable insights into the state of Hamilton's labour market. This report dives into local data, highlights key trends, and identifies gaps within our industries.

 

Wesley is hiring for an Intensive Case Manager

 

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Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre is hiring for a Primary Health Care Manager

 

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BGC Hamilton-Halton is hiring for an Administrative Assistant

 

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On behalf of the Hamilton Coalition for Refugee Claimants (HCRC), I’m pleased to share the attached flyer for the upcoming Refugee Rights Day event on April 4^th at the Central Library. 

 

About the Event:

This event aims to raise awareness about the rights of refugee claimants and help them explore the services and supports available in Hamilton. The event is open to asylum seekers and refugee

Claimants.

 

What to Expect:

• Know your rights: attend presentations by Refugee Law Office, Hamilton Public Library and more.
• Meet organizations that assist refugees with settlement, housing, employment, and more.
• Hear from refugees who have successfully built their lives in Hamilton.
• Meet others who share similar experiences and journeys.
• Light refreshment will be provided.

 

📅 Date: Friday, April 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Hamilton Public Library – Central Library (55 York Blvd, 4th Floor)

 

To register (registration is optional):

Please scan the QR code on the flyer or click on the link below:

Register Here

The Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) is sharing an exciting opportunity for your network to explore how disability inclusion can address workforce challenges, foster innovation, and drive long-term success.

 

Hosted by the Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) and Job Gym, this event offers: 

 

• Insights on disability inclusive hiring to address workforce challenges
• Networking with Niagara region employment experts who can support your hiring needs
• Access to training & resources 

 

Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 

Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM  

Location: Club Roma, 125 Vansickle Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3W4  Spots are limited RSVP today!  

 

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hamilton-niagara-lunch-learn-tickets-1258395969219?aff=Newsletter 

YWCA Hamilton has partnered with the University of Ottawa to offer The Information and Cyber Security Program is part of the Professional Development Institute (PDI) learning ecosystem in security, cyber-security, and other disciplines offered through PDI. Graduates of the program will gain knowledge, skills, and tools required to transition to several work opportunities in the field of information technology and cyber-security.

📢 Exciting News! The City of Hamilton announces the Downtown Hamilton Creative Placemaking Grant, providing funding for new, community-led placemaking projects that temporarily animate outdoor public spaces in Downtown Hamilton. Applicants are encouraged to re-imagine every day public spaces and propose temporary projects that are creative and innovative.

🗓️ Deadline: April 8, 2025, at 4 PM

✅ Who can apply?
Groups of residents
Non-profit organizations

✅ What projects qualify?
Creative events
Event series
Temporary installations in outdoor public spaces within Downtown Hamilton (Victoria Ave to Queen St & surrounding areas)

💰 Funding available:
Events: $500 - $5,000
Event series: Up to $15,000 (min. 3 dates)

Tickets for attendees at the Youth of Tomorrow Job Fair on March 20th are sold out!

 

Event organizers anticipate a full house of eager and exceptional candidates.

 

Employers interested in hiring youth for upcoming or summer employment can still register!

 

To secure your spot, please contact Mahsa Tavassoly at mahsa.tavassoly@ymcahbb.ca

The Career Foundation General Carpenter Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Youth is accepting applications for their 2025 cohort! This free training program includes

• General Carpenter Apprenticeship Level 1 training certification
• free safety equipment
• pre-employment workshops
• 12-week paid work placement in carpentry/construction

This program is for youth ages 18-29. Check out the website to learn more and apply!

https://careerfoundation.com/job/carpentry/

JobFairX is hosting a virtual job fair for technology jobs in Burlington on March 21.

 

At JobFairX, we match job seekers like you with employers who have registered for the virtual job fair. When you sign up and create a profile, we collect information about your qualifications, skills, and preferences. 

Workforce Planning Hamilton’s labour market information can help identify:

• In-demand Industries, Skills & Jobs
• Workforce demographics
• Growing, declining & changing trends
• Job vacancy data
• Labour force supply & demand
• Immigration into the workforce
• Currently hiring skills & positions
• And More!