📊 Hamilton Labour Market Snapshot — February 2026

Hamilton’s unemployment rate fell to 6.6%, now below both the provincial and national averages, while population growth continues to support workforce demand. Although overall employment saw a slight monthly decline, job postings increased by 12%, highlighting continued hiring activity across the region.

📊 Now Released: Hamilton International Student Report

This report presents findings from a joint initiative between Workforce Planning Hamilton and the Hamilton Immigration Partnership Council (HIPC) to better understand where workforce gaps exist for international students in Hamilton, and why they persist.

The project focuses primarily on international students currently studying in the City, with additional insight from recent international graduates who participated in the research.

Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services is hiring for a Bilingual Administrative Support Clerk

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Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre is hiring for a Mobile Unit Worker

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McMaster University is hiring for a Sessional Lecturer on Video Game Development Technology

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🎉 Thank You, Hamilton! — Connect to Careers 2026

A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Connect to Careers Job Fair 2026 and helped make this year’s event such a success!

From students and job seekers to employers and community partners, your energy and engagement made the day truly impactful.

Hosted at the Hamilton Convention Centre, Connect to Careers brought together a ton of students, alumni, and community job seekers with employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op, and summer opportunities — all focused on building connections and strengthening Hamilton’s workforce.

🎥 Check out our quick recap video and we hope to see you next year!

Thank you for being part of a day dedicated to opportunity, connection, and career growth. We can’t wait to see you next year!

YWCA & Mac’s Tax Squad Hosting Free Tax Clinics

YWCA & Mac’s Tax Squad will be offering tax clinics this year to support newcomer families of women and gender-diverse individuals with modest incomes. These clinics are designed to help eligible participants complete their income tax returns in a supportive environment.

All clinics will take place at the MacNab location on the following dates:

• Wednesday, March 25 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

• Wednesday, April 1 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

• Wednesday, April 8 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

• Wednesday, April 15 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

• Wednesday, April 22 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

• Wednesday, May 6 (1:00–6:00 p.m.)

Eligibility
Participants must identify as women, gender-diverse, or non-binary individuals and meet one of the following criteria:

• Permanent Residents

• Protected Persons or Convention Refugees

• Live-in Caregivers

• Gazans on Temporary Resident Visas (TRV)

• Asylum seekers or refugee claimants

• Individuals from conflict zones with temporary status

Important Information

• Appointments are required; walk-ins will not be accepted.

• Please bring all required documents to your scheduled appointment.

Hamilton Family Health Team Helping Residents Connect with Primary Care

The Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) is working to connect residents across the Greater Hamilton area with primary care providers and is encouraging community partners to help share this important message.

Currently, approximately 60,000 Hamilton residents do not have access to a family doctor. HFHT’s Attachment Team is actively supporting individuals who are looking to connect with a primary care physician that meets their needs.

Services are available to residents living in Hamilton, Haldimand, and Niagara North-West. The Attachment Team reaches community members through outreach efforts at locations such as food banks, libraries, the YMCA, Mission Services, and hospital programs. Support is also available through in-office services, email inquiries, and a dedicated phone line.

If you or someone you know does not have a family doctor, help is available to get connected to primary care.

Headversity is partnering with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to host a session on mental health, resilience, and psychological safety in high-performance environments.

Led by Dr. Ryan Todd, the event will provide an evidence-informed framework and practical strategies to help leaders proactively manage stress, prevent burnout, and build resilient, high-performing teams.

🗓️ Wednesday, March 25
📍 Hamilton Stadium | Caretaker's Club (64 Melrose Ave. N., Hamilton)
⏰ 11 a.m. - 12 noon
👇 Limited space is available, register below for free

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!