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Employers, how was your January? Help us discover the stats on local hiring trends and workforce challenges.
For those of you who may have missed the top stories here's the news we think you should know: 1. Inc. Magazine: The 5 Hardest Jobs to Fill in 2012 By Keith Cline, Posted: Dec. 19, 2011 "Hiring the best of the best is an absolute must if you are going to build a successful [...]
The Council of Canadians will be hosting an Alternative Energy Teach-In this Saturday, Jan. 7th from 1 – 5 pm at the Caboto Club 2175 Parent Ave. in Windsor. The event is open to the public and anyone who is interested in 'Green energy and conservation strategies for the home and community' is encouraged to attend. The Teach-In's [...]
WEEDC’s recent survey reveals residents of Windsor-Essex enjoy living in the region and are generally optimistic about its prospects for economic growth.
Job shortage, layoffs, work returns and flat market for 2012 post-secondary graduate students…

FINAL REPORT ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING WEEK: The province-wide observance of the successful connections made between employers and students via hands-on learning opportunities. DAY 3 Closing the celebration of Experiential Learning Week, 38 students from St. Anne Catholic High School focused on Communications through tours of the The Windsor Star, St. Clair Centre for the Arts and [...]
FINAL REPORT ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING WEEK: The province-wide observance of the successful connections made between employers and students via hands-on learning opportunities. DAY 2 Teachers and program coordinators from both the Greater Essex County District School Board and the Catholic District School Board were "let out early" last Wednesday to learn what's new in technology [...]

DAY 1: “We need well-educated, well-trained employees and you are the future; the more you understand the industry, the more valuable you are.”

Youth employment has yet to rebound since 1989 highs.
The total number of jobs created, both full and part-time was 8. 45 jobs were reported lost.