Volume 4: Issue 2. April 26, 2024 | |
Leaders in Workforce Development | |
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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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Hamilton’s Employer One Survey has uncovered the needs of employers for 11 years and counting. In 2024, almost half of the employers we surveyed noted a good short-term business outlook, with increases in revenue.
However, from our survey we also identified some key challenges to employers. In particular, employers’ highlighted their difficulties in hiring new employees, with rising costs of business inputs weighing down on various sectors across the City.
Read the EmployerOne 2024 Results Report now! Available on our website.
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Free Event: Hamilton’s Untapped Labour Market | |
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Mohawk College’s Challenge 2025 is pleased to host Hamilton’s Untapped Labour Market, a free half-day workforce development discussion. This event will bring together small and medium enterprises to discuss issues impacting the local labour market and to provide resources to support workforce development.
When: Monday, May 27th 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Waterfront Centre, Hamilton
Click here to register!
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Student Talent Connect Program | |
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We are excited to share that Workforce Planning Hamilton is a partner in Student Talent Connect – a new program designed to support Hamilton employers' access to student talent. Student Talent Connect is a Hamilton Chamber of Commerce program in partnership with the Business + Higher Education Roundtable, and with support from the Government of Canada. Partners include McMaster University, Mohawk College, and Redeemer University.
As you know, there are many misconceptions about work-integrated learning, resulting in companies either avoiding it, or being unsure as to where to start the process. Student Talent Connect is designed to fill those gaps and provide dedicated support to employers to break down those barriers to access.
Through this project, the Hamilton Chamber will serve as a hub for employer engagement - educating SMEs on the benefits of WIL, identifying WIL placement opportunities that meet their needs, and facilitating warm handoffs to us and our fellow PSI partners. Together, Student Talent Connect will diversify Hamilton’s talent pipeline, and facilitate greater workplace integrated learning opportunities for Hamilton students.
To learn more about the project visit StudentTalentConnect.com
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Hey #HamOnt,
Got a burning data question?
Need data for funding applications?
or looking at a specific workforce challenge within Hamilton?
As leaders in Labour Market Information in the Hamilton region, we want to help fulfill your data needs!
Did you know, you can now request data from us using our new Data Requests form?
Don’t be shy and reach out to us now!
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Interval House of Hamilton is hiring for a Part Time Shelter Relief Counsellor - Union
Interval House of Hamilton is a 22 bed shelter for women and children who have experienced violence and abuse. We offer crisis intervention counselling, emergency shelter, a transitional housing program and outreach programs.
Click here to view the job posting!
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Columbia International College is hiring for a Campus Store Student Services Officer (Full Time)
Columbia International College (CIC) is the largest private boarding school in Canada. As a boarding school, students live, sleep, eat, study, play and learn while staying in one of our 5 residences.
Click here to view the job posting!
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Good Shepherd is hiring for a Community Mental Health Worker - Emmaus Place - Full Time
HOURS - Must be available to work rotating and varying Days and Evening shifts and 1 in 5 weekends. 37.5 hours per week. The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community.
Click here to view the job posting!
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#HamOnt Community Updates
Find out what's happening in our community
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Newcomer Day will take place on Friday May 24, 2024 from 12:00-6:00 pm at the Hamilton City Hall (71 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5). For more information about various aspects of the event, visit Hamilton Newcomer Day.
Registration for Newcomer Day 2024 Information Fair is now open! Like previous year, the Information Fair will be an opportunity for newcomers to meet service providers and learn about their programs and services. We would like to extend the invitation to our HIPC member organizations to be part of the Information Fair by filling out the following registration form by Wednesday, April 30, 2024: https://forms.gle/wRQu3RdKnEJcTqxR7.
In addition, we are looking for volunteers to help us at the event. Volunteers have always played important roles during the Newcomer Day by ensuring that visitors have a smooth and pleasant experience and know where to find what they need. We would appreciate it if you could share this opportunity with your clients, students or networks. Here is the link to apply to be a Newcomer Day volunteer: https://forms.gle/2LiUXV93St2xkYJXA. The deadline to apply is by Wednesday, April 30, 2024.
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This is just a friendly reminder that there is less than 2 weeks for students to apply for the Summer Company Program! Summer Company is a key component of the Ontario government’s young entrepreneurs programs, which aims to encourage more young people to turn their talents into creative and innovative businesses. This program provides a unique opportunity for students ages 15-29 to receive training, mentorship, and funding of up to $3000 to turn their business ideas into reality.
Application Details: Students interested in joining the Summer Company 2024 cohort can submit their eligibility inquiry directly on the Hamilton Business Centre website.
Application Eligibility & Details: https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-summer-company-students
The application deadline is May 3, 2024, at 11:59 pm. We will be reviewing and accepting participants on a rolling basis, so it is encouraged eligible students complete the steps below as soon as they can.
To begin the application process, students can follow these simple steps:
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Visit the Hamilton Business Centre webpage: Hamilton Business Centre Summer Company.
- Click on the “Apply for Summer Company 2024” button.
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Complete and submit the eligibility inquiry.
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If you work in human services and want to develop a referral network, The Mohawk College Challenge 2025 team are hosting a free practitioner training event!
When Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Where Waterfront Centre - 55 Bay Street North, Hamilton ON
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ABEA: Leaders in Literacy Event | |
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Help us celebrate outstanding learners, literacy practitioners and lifelong learners nominated for the Leaders in Literacy Awards. Our Annual General Meeting will be held directly after the event. All are welcome to attend.
Please complete the form in order to reserve seats or tables for the event.
Please connect with Jacqueline if you have any questions.
jacqueline.hook@abea.on.ca | 905-527-2222 x 4
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Automotive Service Tech Pre-Apprenticeship | |
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We are excited to invite you to our upcoming virtual information session on the YWCA Hamilton Automotive Service Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
Learn to diagnose and repair vehicle issues, ensure safe and efficient operations through maintenance and specialized repairs!
Program Highlights:
- 28-32 Weeks of Training
- Employability and Job readiness training
- Financial and transportation support may be provided
- Support in finding PAID placement for up to 12 weeks
- PPE and toolkit provided
YWCA Pre-Apprenticeship team will be sharing insights and valuable tips about the industry.
Eligibility program requirements:
- Women and gender-diverse people, 18 years and older
- Resident of and able to work in Ontario
- A minimum of grade 12 high school education or its equivalent
- Able to travel to training and work sites
Registration link: https://calendly.com/joinywca/automotiveinformationsession
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
This is a unique opportunity for you to gain expert knowledge and make valuable connections in the industry.
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New Indian Grocers location opens in Waterdown
Waterdown’s culinary choices are expanding with the opening of a new, family-run grocery store specializing in Indian food.
Indian Grocers celebrated the grand opening of a second location in the shopping plaza at 64 Hamilton St. North on March 30.
Read more here!
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Popular Hamilton bar and grill closes after 16 years
One of the Hamilton Mountain’s favourite restaurants and bars has closed its doors after 16 years in business. Stoneroads Bar & Grill was a humble fixture of the Concession strip, known for classic pub bites like chicken wings, nachos, burgers, and shareable apps served alongside beer, wine, and liquor.
Read more here!
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Are you looking to share updates in this newsletter?
Contact Travis MacCarl via email: consultant@workforceplanninghamilton.ca
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