Volume 9: Issue 2. September 15, 2023 | |
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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
We are Hamilton's leaders in Workforce Development
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Free Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Training for small & medium enterprises
(4 spots remaining!)
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Free Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Training for small and medium enterprises
- Are you a Hamilton-based business or organization?
- Do you have less than 50 employees?
- Are you looking to build an EDI Strategy?
If yes, then this training is for you!
You will:
• Join the conversation with other local organizations
• Develop an EDI Toolkit through
interactive training
• Enjoy a free breakfast!
Event information:
Tuesday, September 19
8:30 am - 12 pm
Waterfront Centre
555 Bay Street North | Hamilton, ON
Open to all industries & sectors.
4 Spots left! Limited space available.
Registration is required
mohawkcollege.ca/EDI-Training
Register here!
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YWCA & WPH Construction Craft Worker Program | |
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YWCA Hamilton in partnership with Workforce Planning Hamilton is offering the Construction Craft Worker Program for women, gender diverse people, persons who self-identify with disabilities and/or mental barriers, at no cost. Eligible participants will be provided with technical training and job coaching to start their career in the trades.
Program Overview
CONSTRUCTION CRAFT WORKER – SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
FOUNDATION
A Construction Craft Worker works on a wide variety of structures, such
as residential, industrial, commercial, and institutional sites as well as
hydroelectric dams, roadways, bridges, tunnels, mining and railways.
They may also work on utility, landscape and pipeline projects.
A CONSTRUCTION CRAFT WORKER:
- prepares and cleans up the site, sets up and removes access
- equipment and works on concrete, masonry, steel, wood and pre-cast
- erecting projects
- handles materials and equipment and performs demolition, excavation
- and compaction activities
- has responsibility for site security
- may specialize in operating off-road vehicles, drilling and blasting,
- scaling, sandblasting, high pressure washing, diving, tunneling and
- performing emergency rescue
SUCCESSFUL PARTICIPANTS MAY RECEIVE:
- Job readiness training
- 28 weeks of training which includes up to 8 weeks PAID placement
- Support for up to 12 certifications
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Women, gender diverse people, persons who self-identify with
- disabilities and/or mental health barriers, 18 years and older
- Resident of and able to work in Ontario
- A minimum of grade 10 high school education or its equivalent, and
- proof of a minimum of 16 credits
- Willing and able to commit to 28 weeks intensive training program
- Able to travel to training and work sites
Learn More Here!
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Employment Ontario Data 2023 | |
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WPH has created a PDF on Employment Data for 2023.
This document focuses on:
- Apprenticeship Enrollment
- Ontario Job Grant
- Better Jobs Ontario
- Integrated Employment Services
- Literacy & Basic Skills
Click here to view the full PDF!
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3 Ways Hamilton Supports Career Development!
Follow us on TikTok!
Here are three ideas you can utilitize to help grow your career!
If you are a local Hamilton organization currently offering workshops, mentorships, or courses... feel free to add a comment on the video with your organizations details!
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March of Dimes Canada is hiring for a Service Delivery Worker (Scheduler)
At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.
Click here to view the job posting!
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Cobs Bread Waterdown is hiring for a Full-Time Sales Assistant
- Work as part of a small team, providing an exceptional customer experience, and getting to know your regular, loyal customers
- Be responsible for merchandising product and executing marketing campaigns
- Also work alongside your team to keep the bakery clean, and assist with production as needed. (Yep- you’re going to learn how to do some baking! Scones, Danishes, and more!)
Click here to view the job posting!
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Chuggy's Tap & Grill Stoney Creek is hiring for a Full-Time Cook
We are a family owned & operated Pub Style Restaurant that has been a part of Stoney Creek for nearly 30 years. Having just over 70 seats, plus take out, we are a high volume, fast paced, quick turn over type of setting! We are open 7 days/week, but with some of the best hours in the bar business.... Monday-Thursday 11a.m - 12a.m, Friday 11 a.m-1 a.m, Saturday 10 a.m- 11 p.m, Sunday 10 a.m- 10 p.m. We are looking to hire an EXPERIENCED, (in our menu items), cook to join our team.
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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Looking for Motivated Skilled Workers? | |
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Seeking Employers in the Construction sector!
We are looking for employers like you who might be interested in taking on a participant (or several participants) for a 12-week placement of paid job training experience- ultimately helping to fill your vacancies. Employers who participate receive $250 per participant per week for the duration of the 12 weeks of placement.
Our team at WPH is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training, Immigration and Skills Development – and we are supporting the YWCA with a construction craft worker program. The participants in this program will receive job readiness training, 28 weeks of training and support resulting in 12 certificates and practical knowledge to be successfully hired into the construction sector.
Benefits to Employer:
- Financial incentive to hire and offset training costs ($250/week/participant)
- Pre-screened industry-specific candidates in the skilled trades
- Job ready applicants with health and safety training
- Motivated and skilled workers that you can retain
- Monitoring and support of new hires throughout the duration of work placement
Participating Criteria:
- Offer a work placement based in Ontario
- Be licensed to operate in Ontario
- Provide participant with employment terms, conditions and benefits
- Include participant on payroll
- Not receive government funds for the same work placement
- Not displace existing staff or replace laid-off staff
- Not hire immediate family (e.g. parents, spouse or child)
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Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Employment Standards Act; the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Human Rights Code and any other relevant standards.
- Maintain WSIB or adequate third-party general liability insurance (if applicable)
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BJO: Free Skills Upgrading | |
Hill Park Learning Centre is accepting registrations for our Free Skills Upgrading Course in support of the Better Jobs Ontario application. | |
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Thinking about training for an in-demand job? Sign up for our Free Skills Upgrading Course!
- Free skills upgrading for adults to prepare for future training, education or work.
- Build transferable skills, explore your training options and prepare for the Better Jobs Ontario application.
- Skills upgrades include time management, computer basics, soft skills, and budgeting.
- Sessions are in English with a required minimum Canadian Language Benchmark Level 5 to participate.
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Who: People on OW or EI, Newcomers to Canada who would benefit from skills building
When: September 26 - October 26, 9am - 2:30pm (In-person and asynchronous learning)
Where: Hill Park Learning Centre, 465 East 16th Street, Room 2028.
Pre-registration required: Contact Connie Hendry at 905-561-2190 ext. 4792 or chendry@hwdsb.on.ca.
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HPL is offering the English for Class in both in-person and online formats starting this September. The In-person format is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30. The Online format is on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30. To attend, clients must be 55+, CLB level 1- 4, and Permanent Residents or Protected Persons. Please advise any eligible clients to register with us at nlc@hpl.ca or by calling 905-546-3444.
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Program Overview
Join us for this free in-person event to meet one-on-one with employers in the Halton Region!
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Date: Thursday, September 28th, 2023
Time: 10am to 2pm
Location: Burlington Public Library, Central Branch - 2331 New St, Burlington
Room: Centennial Room
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HWDSB Continuing Education 2023-2024 Programs | |
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There is lots on the go here at Continuing Education - HWDSB!
For kids in the Elementary/Secondary system, we have International Languages programs for both Elementary and Secondary students starting in September/October as well as our Strings Instruction program (fee for service) - these programs are featured on pages 3 & 4. School based Literacy and Math programs will start in October.
Our Adult programs are on pages 2 & 3 and are listed in order of starting point, i.e. ESL, progress to LBS, progress to PLAR and Credit.
Click here to learn more!
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Accelerated Resiliency & Retention Training | |
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New dates for Ontario Tourism Education Corporation (OTEC)'s Accelerated Resiliency & Retention Training Series (ARRTS) program!
This program is designed for people who are looking for work and are interested in starting a career in the Hospitality Industry.
This program offers:
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Two days of training and certification in Essentials of Service Excellence, Stress Management, and Emotional Intelligence
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Job Search Support and Job Placement within a local Hamilton restaurant
- Access to e-learning courses in Self-care, Conflict Management, and other certifications (on an as-needed basis)
Program details:
Training
Dates: October 10th and 11th , 2023
Location: PATH Employment Services, 31 King St. E., Hamilton
Time: 9am-3pm
1-1 Job Search and Job Placement Support
Individual appointments will be scheduled with the Program Coordinator upon completion of the 2-day training to clarify job goals, tailor resume to jobs of interest, practice interview skills, identify accommodations needed, and receive support with job search and job placement.
For details on this FREE training and job placement opportunity contact:
MacKenzie Townsend, Program Coordinator
Phone: 905.528.6611 ext. 236
Email: mackenzie.townsend@pathemployment.com
Learn more here!
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IWC Employment Opportunities | |
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The Immigrants Working Centre has some exciting new employment opportunities available within our organization. Our team is looking to hire motivated individuals who are eager to gain experience and join us in our mission of supporting newcomers in the Hamilton area.
We have the following positions available:
- Employment Specialist
- Human Resources & Administration Manager
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Empowering refugee families to thrive in Canada
The story of my friend, who arrived in Canada as a refugee, is not unique. Like any refugee family, their journey has been marked by challenges, resilience and emotional turmoil.
My friend, her husband and their 17-year-old son arrived in Canada seeking safety and a brighter future, carrying their professional expertise and aspirations for a better life. In the beginning, everything was unfamiliar. With the help of friends and kind-hearted people, they managed to find a basement to live in...
Read more here!
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From decision paralysis to discovery: Supporting young adults to start their careers
Many young adults entering the workforce – now and in the future – will likely have more than one career during their lives. This will mean different experiences of work – roles, skills, responsibilities and environments.
They will be navigating a desire for stability and decent work with the reality of having multiple careers. They will have to undertake lifelong learning and be continuously building flexible and transferable skillsets.
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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Workforce Planning Hamilton | 905-521-5777| info@workforceplanninghamilton.ca | www.workforceplanninghamilton.ca | |
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