Ongoing tariffs and trade uncertainty continue to reshape the economic landscape, with growing impacts on businesses and workers in Durham Region. While manufacturing and export-driven industries face the greatest risks, ripple effects are being felt across sectors through rising costs and supply chain disruptions. Local data from the DWA Employer Survey and broader insights from Statistics Canada highlight how employers are adapting—and how new workforce investments aim to support workers in transition.
A decline in job postings doesn’t automatically mean the economy is slowing. While vacancy rates have eased and some sectors face pressure, broader labour market conditions—shaped by interest rates, global trade uncertainty, and employer adjustments—tell a more nuanced story. Local data from Jobs First Durham shows that hiring activity in Durham Region remained stable in early 2026, highlighting the importance of looking beyond a single indicator when assessing economic health.
February 2026 industry data shows shifting demand across Durham Region, with strong growth in health care and declines in retail and professional services.
The 2024 DWA Workforce Survey and Jobs First Durham tools reveal who makes up Durham’s workforce and how local data can connect job seekers and employers in real time.
Durham Region’s skilled trades and energy sectors are key to its economic future. Explore insights from the 2025 DWA Data Walk on apprenticeships, diversity, and the clean energy transition.
Durham Region’s labour market shows both opportunity and challenge. Explore 2025 DWA Data Walk findings on youth unemployment, hiring obstacles, and strategies to strengthen the local workforce.
Youth employment is an essential issue for Canadians. Youth unemployment in Canada is increasing: Young people in Canada are finding it more difficult to find jobs …
Temporary foreign workers have supported Canada’s economy for decades, but their impact on local labour markets is complex. This blog explores how the Temporary Foreign Worker Program intersects with Durham’s employment trends, including youth and immigrant unemployment. It also highlights which sectors and provinces rely most on temporary workers, offering insights for employers and policymakers.
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