Job demand grew in Q2 2025, led by healthcare, food service, and support roles. See which occupations topped the list, which sectors are expanding, and the skills employers value most in Durham Region’s evolving labour market.
Durham’s labour market stayed strong in Q2 2025, with over 12,600 active job postings and faster hiring times. Healthcare roles surged while retail hiring slowed. Discover the trends, sectors, and skills shaping Durham’s economy this quarter.
Skilled Trades Ontario is making it easier for trades professionals to access services, promote skilled trades careers, and tackle Ontario’s labour shortage. Their Research Hub offers 2024 trade reports with descriptions, career pathways, workforce demographics, and labour market data. For Durham-specific trade insights, visit the Labour Market Insights Report on Jobs First Durham.
We’ve rebranded! The Durham Workforce Authority has a bold new look—but our mission hasn’t changed. We’re still your trusted source for hyper-local labour market data, now with a refreshed identity that better reflects our passion, values, and commitment to Durham Region. Learn more about what’s new, what’s staying the same, and how we’re helping our community thrive.
The 2024 Durham Workforce Survey offers a detailed snapshot of the region’s workforce. Discover the top insights and what they mean for future planning and economic growth.
Durham Region’s population is growing fast. Learn what these demographic changes mean for our local workforce—and how we can plan for a thriving, inclusive labour market.
Durham Region’s students are a growing part of the workforce—and they’re ready to contribute. Here’s how they’re balancing school and work, and what they need to thrive.
We are collecting data to better understand who is looking for work and what kind of opportunities jobseekers are searching for. This data is completely anonymous and non-personally identifiable.