What We Do
About Us & What We Do:
The Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie is the acknowledged expert on the job market and labour market in Brantford, County of Brant, Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Six Nations and Mississaugas of the Credit.
The WPBGE is one of 26 community-based, not-for-profit corporations in Ontario that play a leadership role in labour force development.
Led by a Board of Directors, with representatives from labour, business, education and equity groups, WPBGE works together with community partners to identify key labour force issues and challenges, and to develop effective workforce development strategies.
Statement of Purpose:
The Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie strengthens our communities by facilitating labour market analysis and engaging community partners in workforce development.
Our Vision:
A skilled, resilient workforce contributing to dynamic communities and their economies.
Our Mission:
The Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie leads the development of local labour market strategies by engaging community partners and maximizing available resources.
Our Mandate:
The Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie leads the development of local labour market strategies by:
- Providing evidence-based research and analysis
- Identifying employment trends
- Targeting workforce opportunities
- Initiating workforce development strategies
- Working with community partners
- Assisting employers with human resource planning
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