Bi-Weekly Newsletter
Volume 9: Issue 1. Sept 5, 2025 |
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Leaders in Workforce Development
Hamilton's Labour Market Connection
Labour Market Updates, News & Community Info
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The Latest From WPH
Your source of Labour Market Information in Hamilton
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📊 August 2025 Labour Market Snapshot – Hamilton CMA
Hamilton’s labour market held steady in August with 457,500 employed persons. While public sector and self-employment numbers dipped, gains in private sector jobs offset these declines. The city’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 6.9%, aligning with the national average but still below Ontario’s 7.8%.
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Top employers: McMaster University, Hamilton Health Sciences, and the City of Hamilton led hiring.
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In-demand jobs: Retail Salespersons, Registered Nurses, and Food Service positions topped job postings.
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Growth sectors: Natural Resources & Agriculture (+27%) saw the strongest month-over-month increase.
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Declining sectors: Manufacturing (-8%) and Trades (-6%) showed notable drops.
👉 Explore the full snapshot below
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📢 Fresh off the press – our latest reports are now available in hard copy!
We’re excited to share four of our most recent publications in print:
🌱 Green Economy Report – exploring sustainable growth opportunities
👶 Early Childhood Education Report – insights into the sector’s workforce and future
📊 Local Labour Market Plan – an in-depth look at Hamilton’s employment trends
🏢 Hamilton Business Survey – voices and perspectives from our business community
Whether you’re a community partner, educator, policy-maker, or just curious about Hamilton’s economy, these reports offer valuable insights.
📬 Message us for more details on how to get your copy!
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🌐 Stay connected with Workforce Planning Hamilton!
Follow our Linktree for the latest news, reports, events, community updates, and—most importantly—up-to-date labour market information you can trust.
📲 Check it out here: linktr.ee/WorkforcePlanningHamilton
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Hamilton Community Updates
Find out what's happening in the city!
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YWCA Hamilton has released their 2024-2025 Impact Report
From housing and health equity to economic advancement and child care – everything you made possible this year moved us closer to building communities where, together, we can all thrive.
Click below to view the report!
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Are you a newcomer to Hamilton?
Join us for a welcoming information fair where you can connect directly with local service providers and community organizations. Learn about the programs, tools, and resources available to help you settle in Hamilton!
Date: Tuesday September 16, 2025
Time: 2 - 5 PM
Location: Central Library - Floor 4, 55 York Blvd (Jackson Square)
Here is what you can expect! 👇
✅ Meet representatives from 15+ organizations supporting newcomers
✅ Attend presentations on everyday topics like banking, Ontario Works, and tenant rights
✅ Take part in a guided library tour and discover what resources are available
Registration is encouraged but not required, so feel free to drop by, ask questions and connect with others.
Click below for more info! |
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Newcomer Professional Mentorship Program |
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YMCA Hamilton is currently seeking volunteer mentors to mentor newcomers with their professional goals in Canada.
They are recruiting mentors from various professions and industries ranging from non-profit, social work, corporate (marketing, business analyst, project management), arts & culture, STEM etc.
If you are interested in learning more about the volunteer opportunity, please email me at sohaira.akhtar@ymcahbb.ca
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Business Conditions in Canada |
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Business Conditions in Canada, Q3 2025
Over two-thirds of Canadian businesses are optimistic about the year ahead, despite ongoing challenges with labour shortages, inflation, and rising costs.
According to the latest
Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, nearly one-third of businesses expect labour-related obstacles, while many are planning strategic responses to U.S. tariffs—such as increasing domestic sourcing or seeking new suppliers.
Interestingly, 14.5% of businesses plan to adopt AI to enhance operations in the coming year.
👉 Read the full report at Statistics Canada.
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Hamilton Welcomes the World |
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International Students!
You are invited to Hamilton Welcomes the World — a special event created just for new international students like you.
This is your chance to get to know your new city, meet other students from around the world, and connect with the local community in a fun, friendly atmosphere.
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Where: David Braley Health Sciences Centre, 100 Main St. W, Hamilton, ON
Hosted by the International Student Community Collective (ISCC), this exciting day features:
- A special Mayoral welcome
- Exhibitor booths with key community services
- Guided downtown tours highlighting key cultural landmarks and essential local spots
- Community Networking
- Prizes and Swag!
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What's In The News?
Latest updates!
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Southern Ontario businesses can now apply for support through the new Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), a three-year, $450-million national program designed to help companies respond to trade challenges.
Delivered in the region by FedDev Ontario, the RTRI will provide nearly $160 million in targeted support, with a focus on the steel and automotive sectors. The initiative aims to boost productivity, diversify markets, and strengthen domestic supply chains, helping businesses adapt and stay competitive amid shifting global conditions.
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Career education often aims to equip students with the tools to succeed, such as resumes that shine, interview tips that impress and pathways that promise upward mobility.
But in a world where uncertainty is the only constant, focusing exclusively on “success” does students a disservice. To truly prepare young people for the realities of work and life, career education must also include open, honest conversations about failure.
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Did you know, you can now request data from Workforce Planning Hamilton using our Data Request form?
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!
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