Welcome to Durham Workforce Authority
Train for Nuclear and PSW
Limited spaces available. Register Today!
The Skills Advance Ontario (SAO) Program helps you train for in-demand careers in Nuclear Energy or as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at no cost.
The program supports people who are unemployed, recently laid off, working fewer than 20 hours a week, or affected by industry changes.
The Steps:
- Complete an online career assessment to identify the training pathway that best matches skills, interests, and goals. The assessment takes about 20 minutes, includes five stages and is best completed in one sitting.
- Eligible people receive free training, job-search support, and receive ongoing guidance throughout training and work transition.
- Those who do not qualify can access other employment resources.
Build new skills, explore in-demand careers, and take the next step toward a more stable future. Training is free for eligible participants, completing the program does not guarantee employment.
Your experience can help shape Durham Region’s workforce.
The Durham Workforce Authority wants to hear from people across our community about their experiences with work, employment and the local labour market. Whether you’re working, looking for work, studying, new to the workforce or an employer, your perspective matters.
The 2026 Workforce Survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and your feedback will help inform local workforce programs, services and future planning.
Complete the survey for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards each month.
Take the Workforce Survey
Lakeview Hub
The Lakeview Hub is dedicated to empowering the community by providing accessible support services that address employment, personal development, and emotional well-being. Knowing that real support means more than just helping with job searches—it’s about helping people thrive in every part of their lives.
Their vision is simple: a Lakeview where everyone has access to the support, services and opportunities they need to grow. At Lakeview Hub, you’ll find a warm, welcoming space where people connect, find encouragement, and feel respected and valued. We’re building a place where everyone feels seen, heard, and truly cared for.
Visit the Lakeview Hub website to learn more!
NEW! Quarterly and Annual Labour Market Insights Reports
Our Jobs First Durham system allows the Durham Workforce Authority to extract labour market information directly from jobs posted in the Durham Region. It scans more than 50 of the top employment websites to extract wage, skill, location and other relevant data, providing reliable and local information on what employers and job seekers need.
Our interactive Labour Market Insights tool enables everyone in our community to understand what’s happening in Durham’s workforce. This real-time information supports the data-driven decision-making that empowers community stakeholders to continue developing a robust and sustainable local workforce.
To further support the community’s efforts at making data-driven decisions, the DWA has developed a new printer-friendly version of the report that will be released quarterly and annually. We’ve included some highlights of the most recent month and a link to the most recent quarterly report below.
Check out the most recent quarterly and annual Durham Region Labour Market Insights Reports
What's Happening
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September Industry Snapshot: A Mixed Picture Across Industries in the Oshawa CMA
September’s employment figures show growth in retail, finance and transportation alongside declines in education and manufacturing. Explore the latest industry trends in the Oshawa CMA.
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September Labour Force Snapshot: Unemployment Rises in the Oshawa CMA
The Oshawa CMA’s unemployment rate reached 9.8 per cent in September as employment and labour force participation declined. Explore the latest figures and comparisons with Ontario and Canada.
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September 2026 Labour Market Update: Unemployment Rises as Recruitment Continues
Unemployment increased in September while Durham employers continued recruiting. DWA brings together labour force, industry employment and Jobs First Durham data to explore the local labour market.