DWA Data is Best When Presented

As the leading source of labour market intelligence for the Durham Region, the Durham Workforce Authority(DWA) holds an enormous amount of data that can be used by the community to support the development and maintenance of a sustainable and dynamic local workforce.  The DWA team works hard to improve the availability of labour market information by getting out and presenting to groups throughout the Region.   As Executive Director Heather McMillan often says, “We are all about the share!”

However, the depth and breadth of the data the DWA has available to the community is staggering and can be challenging to interpret correctly. That is why the DWA is always happy to present information on the labour market at any community gathering, small or large. These presentations allow the community to leverage available data for planning or decision-making, which is a priority for the DWA.

The DWA often presents to grade 10 career classes, school board training days, community organizations, social clubs, chambers of commerce, and community service providers.

Presentations can be focused to fit the needs of any group but typically include things like:

  • Skills in demand in the community
  • Cluster/sector profiles
  • EDI data
  • Commuting patterns
  • Community profiles
  • Skilled trades data

In addition to making data more accessible, presentations also include information and training on how to use the DWA’s Jobs First Durham(JFD) tools and reports.  All JFD tools are free to use and provide:

  • A comprehensive local jobs board and job mapping tool
  • A resume builder and personalized cover letter generator
  • Local labour market information pulled directly from job postings from more than 50 unique local job boards
  • A resource hub for employment in the early learning and childcare sector.

Making data available and user-friendly is a DWA priority.  If you would like to arrange a presentation, please get in touch with the DWA at admin@durhamwa.ca