2024 job fair a successful recruitment event for local talent

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, SOAR Community Services – in partnership with the Haldimand Business Development and Planning Advisory Committee, the Economic Development and Tourism Division, and the Grand Erie Business Centre – hosted a successful Job Fair at the Riverside Exhibition Centre.

The Job Fair saw participation from 31 local employers such as Stelco, Libro Credit Union, West Haldimand General Hospital, Haldimand OPP and many more, who exhibited and showcased what opportunities are available for the local labour force. The event was a major success and saw over 237 job seekers and spectators in attendance over the course of the three hour event.

“The Job Fair was a tremendous success, drawing in employers and job seekers from all over Haldimand County,” shared Lidy Romanuk, Haldimand County’s Manager of Economic Development and Tourism. “Organizing an event that aligns local talent with local employers is truly a win-win for the County as it not only strengthens our economy, but also our local business community, ensuring a successful future,” she continued.

“Connecting job seekers with local businesses is a core aspect of programming,” added Malcolm Whyte, Director of Services, Employment & Justice with SOAR Community Services. “Showing local job seekers the opportunities that exist right outside their door, and keeping local talent local, is the ultimate success. Job Fairs are a perfect example of how we can do that.”

Tauri Caputo, General Manager of Grand Erie Business Centre, emphasized the importance of the event: “Job fairs like this are critical to connecting job seekers with businesses that are looking to grow. We are proud to support this initiative as it not only provides immediate job opportunities but also helps foster long-term relationships between employers, local service providers, and the local workforce.”

Preliminary planning has begun for another Job Fair, which is scheduled to be hosted in the early spring. Information regarding this event will be released closer to the selected date.  Employers interested receiving registration information directly can connect with Haldimand Economic Development & Tourism.

For more information about employment services available to Haldimand County employers visit SOAR Community Services online.