Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board (SLWDB) connects employers, job seekers, training providers and community organizations across Sarnia Lambton to support local workforce planning. SLWDB publishes labour market data and monthly job‑demand reports, posts local and bilingual job opportunities, runs events and training (webinars, job fairs, expos), supports apprenticeships and newcomer employment pathways, and shares regional funding and program updates to attract, train and retain a sustainable bilingual workforce.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Famous 5 Speaker Series Luncheon
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board will host the Famous 5 Speaker Series Luncheon with Alicia Hardman on April 9, 2026 in Sarnia Lambton. Register online to reserve your spot and to get full details on time, venue, and any attendance cost.
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Student job fair outreach and labour market data offer
At a student job fair at Centre Communautaire Francophone Sarnia Lambton, the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board shared research and offered free job demand and sector reports to local youth. Email mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org to request free labour market data to support career planning or hiring decisions in the Sarnia Lambton region.
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Small business support program
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board launched a small business support program offering ten grants of up to $4,000 to eligible local businesses. Visit https://www.sarnialambton.on.ca/smallbusinessgrant for full eligibility, application steps, and deadline information.
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Research results presentation: manufacturing sector
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is presenting research findings on manufacturing sector challenges and areas for growth today at 2:30 PM, available in person or on Teams. Use the provided Teams meeting link to join the live presentation and hear findings relevant to industry stakeholders and workforce planners.
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Research results presentation: challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing sector
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board presents research on challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing sector today, 2026-03-09, at 2:30 PM, with options to join virtually or in person. Light refreshments are provided and no pre registration is required, making it easy for local industry and research stakeholders to attend and ask questions about the findings.
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Manufacturing Monday - millwright career spotlight
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board's Manufacturing Monday shares weekly career spotlights for local job seekers. This post focuses on the millwright, summarizes skills and related trades, and directs readers to https://www.slwdb.org/wisl for detailed resources.
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Post about attending an AI session
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board shared that its team attended an engaging AI training session led by Scott Rawcliffe on March 6, 2026, organized with the Chamber of Commerce. Staff learned about new AI tools aimed at shifting how work gets done, a practical step for local workforce development efforts.
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St Pat's High School Open House outreach
On Feb 11, 2026 the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended St Pat's High School's Open House to share local job demand and labour market information with students and families. Email mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org to request local labour market data or to arrange a similar SLWDB outreach session for your school or organization.
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Research presentation on the manufacturing sector
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board shares research on manufacturing sector challenges and areas for growth on Monday, March 9 at 2:30 PM with hybrid attendance in person or via Teams. Industry stakeholders and workforce planners can attend to hear findings and participate in a question and answer session, joinable via the provided Teams link.
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Community Action Plan — January 2026
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board published a Community Action Plan in January 2026 that reviews workforce challenges facing the local Francophone community. Download the full PDF to see the report's recommendations and action items relevant to employers, service providers, and Francophone jobseekers.
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Manufacturing sector research briefing
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board will present recent manufacturing sector research on Monday, March 9 at 2:30 PM, in person at 265 Front St Unit 504 and online via Teams. The briefing is aimed at employers, job seekers, and training providers, and includes a Teams link for remote attendance.
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Labour market numbers announcement
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board published an announcement on 2026-02-27 stating that the latest labour market numbers are now available. The brief release is aimed at job seekers and local employers who follow regional employment statistics and workforce data reporting.
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Lambton College Job Fair outreach
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended the Lambton College Job Fair to share labour market information and to offer job demand reports to job seekers and employers. Email mikelle.bryson.campbell@slwdb.org to request a report and learn which occupations are in demand locally.
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Indigenous Healthcare Workforce Retention Roundtable attendance
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board attended an Indigenous Healthcare Workforce Retention Roundtable that convened healthcare and workforce development organizations and members of First Nation communities across Ontario to share practical retention best practices. The session emphasized community collaboration and knowledge exchange to strengthen retention in Indigenous healthcare workforces.
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Concrete finishing career information
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board directs job seekers to concrete finishing training, career pathways, and job postings available online at www.slwdb.org/wisl. The resource is free and accessible 24 7, making it a straightforward starting point for exploring training and local hiring in construction.
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Francophone Workforce Community Action Plan Released
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board published the Francophone Workforce Community Action Plan on 2026-02-20, available as a downloadable PDF. The plan is intended for the Francophone workforce and stakeholders; follow the provided link to read or download the full document.
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Transport truck driver job information and postings
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board published transport truck driver career information and current job postings on 2026-02-19, available online at www.slwdb.org/wisl. Job seekers can access up to date listings and application information any time through the workforce board portal.
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EmployerOne survey participation call
Last call for employers to complete the EmployerOne survey from the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board, published 2026-02-19. Complete the online survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/employerOne2026 to share labour market feedback that will help shape local employment planning in Sarnia Lambton.
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Excellence in Apprenticeship Training Award — Nomination Call
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board invites employers to nominate outstanding apprenticeship trainers for the Excellence in Apprenticeship Training Award, with a nomination form listed at www.surveymonkey.ocm/r/SH2DTFJ. The announcement gives the online form as the application route but does not include a deadline or contact details.
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Federal and Provincial Investment to Protect Local Farmers
Canada and Ontario announced a combined $20 Million investment to protect local farmers and agribusinesses and to help Ontario grown products reach global markets. The release was shared by the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board on 2026-02-13 and frames the funding as market expansion support for local food producers. Visit the linked provincial release for the official statement and details.
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Apprenticeship Employer Nominations
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is accepting nominations of employers that demonstrate strong apprenticeship training, with nominations closing February 16, 2026. Use the online nomination form and guidelines at the provided link to nominate a deserving employer before the short deadline.
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Practical Leadership for Today’s Workplace (Free Webinar)
Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is hosting a free live webinar, Practical Leadership for Today’s Workplace, on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; attendees receive a CPHR CPD-eligible certificate and can register at https://www.sarnialambton.on.ca/events/idea-webinar.
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Second intake announced for Rural Ontario Development Program
The Province announced a second intake of the Rural Ontario Development Program with $20 million in funding; the announcement was shared at the annual ROMA conference — read the official release at the provided Ontario news link.
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Farewell to Karla Gaton
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board announced on 2026-02-04 that Research Associate Karla Gaton will be taking maternity leave as she prepares to welcome her daughter; the community is invited to send well-wishes.
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February Newsletter Release
The February Newsletter from the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is now available, featuring updates on projects, labour market data, and upcoming events.