Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is a regional workforce development organization serving Sarnia-Lambton that leads labour market planning and produces local labour market reports and data. The board connects employers, job seekers, and service providers through partnership development, presentations, and free data reports. It also operates local tools and events, including job fairs, skilled trades expos, and professional development sessions to support recruitment, apprenticeship pathways, and career development.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Famous 5 Event Series Sarnia-Lambton
The Famous 5 Event Series Sarnia-Lambton held a session on October 15 featuring Heather Wright, an award winning journalist and publisher of The Independent and The Herald, focused on the role of media in fostering an informed society. The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board participated on the planning committee to help shape this local conversation.
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Skilled Trades Expo 2026
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board hosted the Skilled Trades Expo 2026 on October 14, featuring a panel discussion on pathways into skilled trades and participation from sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, panelists, and local attendees. The one day community event aimed to connect young people with industry and union professionals and to showcase diverse local career opportunities in skilled trades.
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TRACTION 2026
TRACTION 2026 is a morning workshop from 7:30 AM to 11:45 AM on Wednesday, November 4 at the Four Points by Sheraton in Point Edward, offering two lab tracks for strengthening operations or assessing growth opportunities. Organized by the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board, the session includes experienced perspectives, practical learning, and a buffet breakfast for a $25 ticket.
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Women in Business event participation
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board shared highlights from a Women in Business gathering focused on workplace wellness, with attendees enjoying cuisine at Big Fish and collaboration with the Sarnia-Lambton Chamber of Commerce. The post emphasizes networking and practical wellness conversation led by local workforce and business organizations.
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Growing Your Workforce
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting Growing Your Workforce, a professional development conference focused on labour market trends, hiring best practices, and workforce challenges and opportunities. Visit the registration page at workforceplanningwest.com to sign up and see full event details.
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Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways event is happening at Lambton College Event Centre in Sarnia on 2026-10-14 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a dedicated apprenticeship panel from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The free drop in format means you can meet employers, get training program details, and ask about next steps without registering.
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Bridging People & Employers event recap
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended the Bridging People and Employers event on September 29, 2026, hosted by Lambton Works Centre with partners Circles Lambton, the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce, and the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership. The recap highlights inclusive hiring and practical workplace strategies designed to improve employee engagement and long term retention while strengthening community partnerships.
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Exploring Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting a free Exploring Skilled Trades Expo at Lambton College in Sarnia on October 14 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Drop in for hands on learning, meet industry professionals, and attend a panel discussion from 4 to 5 PM to learn about apprenticeship pathways.
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Thanksgiving office closure and resumption of regular hours
SLWDB is closed for Thanksgiving and will resume regular hours on October 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM. If you needed in person assistance today, plan to visit after the office reopens or contact the board to reschedule appointments.
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Exploring Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting the Exploring Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways at Lambton College in Sarnia on Wednesday, October 14 from 11 AM to 5 PM. The free event features hands on learning opportunities, a 4 PM to 5 PM panel discussion with industry professionals, and chances to connect with apprenticeship providers and local employers.
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Famous 5 Speaker Series luncheon with Heather Wright
The Famous 5 Speaker Series in Sarnia Lambton presents a luncheon with Heather Wright, an award winning journalist and publisher of The Independent and The Herald. The event will pair a full course meal with a keynote speech and networking; visit http://Revelree.ca to purchase tickets and get event details.
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Labour market data presentations and free reports
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is offering free labour market data reports and group presentations for community organizations and employers in the Sarnia Lambton area. They recently presented to the County of Lambton and Lambton Works, and you can request a tailored report or presentation by emailing mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org.
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Exploring the Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board invites you to the Exploring the Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways at Lambton College Event Centre on October 14, 2026, from 11 AM to 5 PM. The free event includes an apprenticeship pathways panel at 4 PM and drop in access with no registration required.
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Job Fair at Lambton College
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended the Job Fair at Lambton College in Sarnia on September 23, 2026, to showcase the WISL Tool and the Job Demand Report. Visit the WISL page at https://www.slwdb.org/wisl/ to explore local job matching tools and labour market resources highlighted at the fair.
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Exploring Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting the Exploring Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways on October 14 at Lambton College, with hands on stations and industry professionals available from 11 AM to 5 PM. A panel discussion runs from 4 PM to 5 PM, and interested attendees can contact shivani.sharma@slwdb.org for more information.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation closure notice
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board will be closed on September 30, 2026 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honoring Residential School Survivors and their communities. The office will reopen on October 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., so plan appointments or inquiries for after that time.
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Participation in Rapids Family Health Team 20th Anniversary Celebration
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board celebrated the Rapids Family Health Team on their 20th Anniversary on 2026-09-28, honoring two decades of local health service with community partners and service providers. The announcement shares congratulations and best wishes for continued success in the years ahead.
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Community Skilled Trades Expo Volunteer Call
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is seeking volunteers for the Community Skilled Trades Expo at Lambton College in Sarnia on October 14, 2026. Volunteers can commit to the full event or just a couple of hours, and should email shivani.sharma@slwdb.org to get involved.
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Exploring Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting the Exploring Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways at Lambton College in Sarnia on Wednesday, October 14 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Drop in to try hands on stations, meet industry professionals, and learn about local apprenticeship routes; exhibitor opportunities are still available and questions can be directed to shivani.sharma@slwdb.org.
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50th anniversary celebration
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board celebrated its 50th anniversary on September 10, 2026, with a waterfront gathering that brought community partners together to mark the milestone. The event focused on connection, celebration, and the organization’s ongoing commitment to community involvement.
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Growing Your Workforce
Growing Your Workforce is a workforce development conference from the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board focused on labour market trends, hiring best practices, and workforce challenges and opportunities. Visit the organizer site for full conference and registration information.
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Exploring Skilled Trades Expo & Apprenticeship Pathways
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board hosts the Exploring Skilled Trades Expo and Apprenticeship Pathways at Lambton College in Sarnia on Wednesday, October 14 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Visit hands on stations, connect with industry professionals, and learn about local apprenticeship routes; exhibitor opportunities are still available and inquiries go to shivani.sharma@slwdb.org.
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Labour Day office closure and reopening
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board will be closed Monday for Labour Day and will reopen Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM. The message thanks workers for their contributions and reminds clients to plan visits after the reopening time.
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OFA regional meeting attendance and community engagement update
On August 26, 2026, the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended the Ontario Federation of Agriculture regional meeting at Widder Station in Thedford to gather insights on OFA priority areas and issues facing Ontario agriculture. The visit focused on listening, learning, and strengthening connections with Lambton County rural communities to better align workforce supports with local needs.
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Operations diagnostics and process improvement session
Invest Sarnia and the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board are hosting a two hour session on operations diagnostics and process improvement with speaker Nkemjika Jude Okeke on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at The Famous Room at John's Restaurant. The workshop is designed for Sarnia business owners, invested partners, and managers, and advanced registration is encouraged at the Invest Sarnia events page.
