Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning & Research

01/27/2026

The Southwest Apprenticeship Network is pleased to launch the 2025/2026 Employer Awards for Excellence in Apprenticeship. Nominate an employer who has demonstrated a commitment to apprenticeship training. Nominations close February 16th.

Find the guidelines and nomination form at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SH2DTFJ

01/05/2026

The Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board is excited to announce details for the 2026 CKWPB Community Presentation and Forum.

Join us on Tuesday, March 10th, at 8:30 a.m. at the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre as we provide insights into Chatham-Kent’s current labour market and workforce trends, through two presentations that will share findings on the following research:
• 2025 EmployerOne Survey
• 2025 Chatham-Kent Local Labour Market Plan
• Artificial Intelligence Impacts and Demands in Chatham-Kent's Workforce

Registration is required and can be completed at: 2026CKWPBForum.eventbrite.ca

11/18/2025

Calling all Job Seekers in Chatham-Kent! The Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board is seeking feedback to guide their efforts to address local workforce challenges and opportunities.

As a job seeker, the CKWPB wants to learn about your job search experience, and learn more about the challenges you face and the solutions you seek. Your feedback will help develop a plan that reflects your experience and insights.

The Survey will be open until December 5th. You can complete the survey here:

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11/05/2025

🌾 Discover Your Future in Agriculture! 🌾

Join us for Chatham-Kent Agriculture Career Day — where students, educators, and local employers come together to explore exciting careers in agriculture.

📅 November 18, 2025
⏰ 2 pm – 4 pm
📍 University of Guelph – Ridgetown Campus, 120 Main St. E, Ridgetown
🎟️ Open to the public

✨ Highlights:
🚜 Ag-Robotics Demonstrations – Experience live, hands-on demos of cutting-edge robotics transforming agriculture
💼 Career Booths & Presentations – Meet local employers, educators, and industry leaders.
🤝 Networking Opportunities – Connect with experts who can help you build your career in agriculture.

From science and tech to business and trades — there’s a place for you in food and agriculture sector!

👉 Learn more: https://www.chatham-kent.ca/livingck/workinginck/Pages/Chatham-Kent-Agriculture-Career-Day.aspx

Have questions or what to be an employer at the event, email [email protected]

11/03/2025

The 2025 EmployerOne survey is now open. If you are an employer in Chatham-Kent, we want to hear from you.

The annual survey gathers information on local workforce challenges and successes in 2024/2025, as well as projections that may affect the workforce in 2025/2026. The feedback gathered helps guide collective action to address challenges and embrace opportunities.

The survey will be open for the month of November and can be completed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025CKEmployerSurvey

Additional information on the survey, including the most recent report, is available at: www.CKWorkforce.ca

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09/10/2025

Are you looking to join a local board? The Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board is seeking community leaders with a strategic vision for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent to join its Board.

Directors of the Board should hold expertise in key sectors such as business, labour, health, social welfare, newcomers, and education. Directors will help plan, facilitate and advocate for local workforce development to meet the current and future economic and social development needs of Chatham-Kent. To learn more and to apply, visit: https://www.ckworkforce.ca/about/Pages/Apply-to-the-Board.aspx

Applications will be accepted until Friday, November 14. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

06/05/2025

Join the Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board for its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, June 19, from 11:30AM-12:00PM.

Please RSVP to [email protected].

Find out more about the work of the CKWPB at www.CKWorkforceDev.com

06/03/2025

The May edition of the Chatham-Kent Labour Market Information Newsletter is now available! Learn more about what is happening in Chatham-Kent's labour market by visiting: https://mailchi.mp/45208ee011f8/may2025_lmi_newsletter-13872366

01/14/2025

A limited number of tickets remain for the 2025 Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board Forum. If you're interested in learning more about current and future workforce trends in Chatham-Kent, join us on Thursday, February 27th at 12:30p.m. at the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre.

The event will feature presentations on the following research:
- 2024 EmployerOne Survey
- 2024 Chatham-Kent Local Labour Market Plan
- Chatham-Kent’s Green Economy
- Addressing Barriers to Employment: Underrepresented Groups in Chatham-Kent’s Workforce

Registration is required and can be completed at: CKWPBForum.eventbrite.ca

12/16/2024

The Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board is excited to announce details for the 2025 CKWPB Community Presentation and Forum.

Join us on Thursday, February 27th at 12:30p.m. at the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre as we provide insights into Chatham-Kent’s current labour market and workforce trends, through four presentations that will share findings on the following research:
• 2024 EmployerOne Survey
• 2024 Chatham-Kent Local Labour Market Plan
• Chatham-Kent’s Green Economy
• Addressing Barriers to Employment: Underrepresented Groups in Chatham-Kent’s Workforce

Registration is required and can be completed at: CKWPBForum.eventbrite.ca

11/25/2024

Calling all employers in Chatham-Kent, this is the last week to complete the 2024 EmployerOne survey!

The annual survey gathers information on local workforce challenges and successes in 2023/2024, as well as projections that may affect the workforce in 2024/2025. The feedback gathered helps guide collective action to address challenges and embrace opportunities.

The survey can be completed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024CKEmployerOne

Additional information on the survey, including the most recent report, is available at: www.CKWorkforce.ca

11/01/2024

The 2024 EmployerOne survey is now open. If you are an employer in Chatham-Kent, we want to hear from you.

The annual survey gathers information on local workforce challenges and successes in 2023/2024, as well as projections that may affect the workforce in 2024/2025. The feedback gathered helps guide collective action to address challenges and embrace opportunities.

The survey will be open for the month of November and can be completed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024CKEmployerOne

Additional information on the survey, including the most recent report, is available at: www.CKWorkforce.ca