Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is a Sarnia-Lambton organization that leads regional labour market planning and workforce development. It partners with employers, training providers, and community organizations to publish job and training information, deliver targeted programs for recruitment and apprenticeships, and produce monthly job demand reports. The board also hosts conferences, workshops, and consultations to share labour market trends and support employer hiring needs and career pathways for job seekers.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
Recent Activity
Reshaping Your Purpose: Positive Mindset with Your Business
Reshaping Your Purpose: Positive Mindset with Your Business was a Sarnia session on July 29 featuring Brenda Pearson, focusing on self reflection and aligning personal authenticity with business goals. Organized by the Sarnia-Lambton Newcomer Hub and published by the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board, the event offered practical prompts and inspiring conversation for local entrepreneurs and newcomers.
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Local labour market data availability announcement
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reports that the latest local labour market data is now available as of 2026-08-05. Visit www.slwdb.org/local-statistics to view local workforce indicators and datasets useful for employers, job seekers, and community planners.
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Civic Holiday office closure notice
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is closed today, 2026-08-03, for the Civic Holiday and will reopen on 2026-08-04. The short notice shares a warm message encouraging people to take time to refresh with family and friends.
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Growing Your Workforce
Growing Your Workforce is a workforce development conference from the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board focusing on labour market trends, hiring best practices, and workforce challenges and opportunities. Visit the event page to view conference and registration details and to register.
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Duc D' Orleans Cruise
The Duc D' Orleans Cruise on July 15, 2026 was a community cruise organized by the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce with the Sarnia Lambton Industrial Alliance and Bluewater Power. Attendees enjoyed live music, waterfront views, and networking opportunities, according to the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board.
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Employer Consultation Invitation
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is inviting local employers to schedule informal consultations to inform its Action Plan and strategic priorities. Email mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org to arrange a coffee and share your perspective with the board.
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Wellness and Burnout Survey for Healthcare & Social Assistance Workers
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is asking healthcare and social assistance workers to complete a survey about wellness and burnout to help identify strategies for improving employee wellness. The survey is available online at https://bit.ly/WellnessandBurnout and is free to complete.
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Bridges Out of Poverty training attendance announcement
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended a Bridges Out of Poverty training session organized by the Tri-County Literacy Network on July 23, 2026, focusing on understanding diverse social groups and leading with empathy, compassion and respect. The post thanks the Tri-County Literacy Network and highlights how the session reinforced compassionate approaches to community and workforce support.
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AI Training Series Part 2
Part 2 of the AI Training Series, held July 14 and facilitated by local AI implementation expert Scott Rawcliffe, offered hands on practice to help participants use AI with confidence. The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board shared highlights and thanked everyone who joined the session.
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French-language job postings in Sarnia Lambton
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reports 491 full-time and 246 part-time French language job postings over the past year. Browse current openings and apply via the board's jobs page at www.slwdb.org/jobs to see the latest opportunities in Sarnia Lambton.
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Famous Five event attendance announcement
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended the Famous Five event where keynote speaker Jaclyn Sanders, owner of Guild Chocolates, delivered inspiring and hilarious stories and life lessons to a sold out crowd. The announcement highlights the speaker's award winning background and the strong community turnout.
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AI Training Series Part 1
Part 1 of the AI Training Series, led by local AI implementation expert Scott Rawcliffe, was held on July 7 and offered practical strategies for using AI in everyday work. The session was shared by the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board as a local professional development resource for workers adapting to AI driven change.
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French-language skills hiring demand report
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reports that 161 companies hired candidates with French language skills in one year. Access the free monthly job demand report at https://www.slwdb.org/jobs to see which employers are recruiting bilingual talent.
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Growing Your Workforce
Growing Your Workforce is a workforce development conference from the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board that covers labour market trends, hiring best practices, and workforce challenges. Registration and conference details are available on the event page at workforceplanningwest.com.
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Top growing occupations — jobs resource
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board points to growing occupations across retail, healthcare, and education in a resource published on July 13, 2026. Visit www.slwdb.org/jobs to see the detailed list and local workforce supports that can help you target in demand roles.
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Post about attending 'Swing Into Your Future' event
On June 29, 2026 the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended Swing Into Your Future: Story, Brand, Network, featuring speaker Andy Thibodeau and hosted by the Sarnia-Lambton Newcomer Hub. The session emphasized storytelling, personal brand, and building connections in a newcomer friendly setting.
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Jobs requiring French skills
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reports that jobs requiring French skills are filled in just 13 days, 18 days faster than average. Search French language opportunities at www.slwdb.org/jobs to find current regional listings and apply directly.
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Sarnia Lambton labour market consultation
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is offering labour market consultations using newly released local data. Call 519-332-0000 or email mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org to arrange a meeting to review regional workforce trends and hiring implications.
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Co-op employer appreciation breakfast with VR 'try a trade' demo
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board co hosted a co op employer appreciation breakfast on July 7, 2026, where Workplace Group brought VR for attendees to try a trade. The event combined employer recognition with hands on career exploration through immersive demonstrations.
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Top growing sectors March 2025–March 2026
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reports that from March 2025 to March 2026 the fastest growing sectors by job postings were finance, healthcare, accommodations, and retail. Use this snapshot to prioritize job searches or hiring efforts in those industry areas.
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Sarnia Linked Networking Lunch attendance
The Sarnia Linked Networking Lunch on June 24, 2026 gathered local leaders and professionals for a lunchtime networking session featuring guest speaker Dorian Noble, organized by Julie Jenkins of EXIT Realty. The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board reported the event as a valuable opportunity to connect and engage with the local professional community.
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AI session
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is offering a relaxed, practical AI session focused on tools for admin tasks and marketing. Register by emailing shivani.sharma@slwdb.org or calling 519-332-0000; the announcement notes that it is the last day to register as of the publication date.
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Canada Day office closure notice
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is closed on Canada Day, 2026-07-01, with regular office hours resuming the next day. This brief notice confirms the office observes the holiday and will be available for services after reopening.
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AI session with Scott Rawcliffe
Join an approachable, practical AI session led by expert Scott Rawcliffe, focused on tools for administrivia and marketing, presented by the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board. Register by emailing shivani.sharma@slwdb.org or calling 519-332-0000 to sign up and ask about session details.
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Recruitment for French-speaking roles
Employers are actively recruiting for French speaking roles, according to the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board. Visit www.slwdb.org/wisl to search current French language job listings and filter opportunities that require bilingual skills.
