Industry Profile in the Manufacturing Sector – March 2009

The manufacturing sector in the 1000 Islands Region, traditionally a backbone of the local economy dating back to the turn of the century and earlier, is currently experiencing significant fall-out from the recession. Demographic and economic trends affecting the labour force in the 1000 Islands Region are examined here with a view to the impact on manufacturing sector employers, the employed workforce in those industries and those labour market partners tasked with developing a response to current and future needs of the manufacturing workforce in the region. Click here for the full report.

Employer Symposium  -  "How To Hire Talent"  - March 2009

82 participants attended this symposium on learn more on how to find and hire the right person for their jobs. Click here for more details.   

 Brick & Stone Mason Survey  -  October 2008

Survey results indicate that there is a current and anticipated need for both certified brick and stone masons in the 1000 Islands Region.  Click here for more details.   

Hospitality Sector Temporary Foreign Worker Pilot Project  - Oct 2007 - August 2008

Five foreign workers found employment in the hospitality sector as part of this piot project.  But is the "Temporary Foreign Worker Program" a feasible option to assist employers in this industry facing labour shortage.  Click here for more details. 

 Occupational Profiles  -  TOP 50 Jobs In 1000 Islands Region  - April 2008 - March 2009

This booklet consists of 50 occupation profiles based on employment levels in the counties of Leeds & Grenville and Frontenac County.  Click here for more details.