About Us

Since 1996, the Durham Workforce Authority (DWA) has been a trusted source of labour market intelligence, helping people, businesses, and communities make informed workforce decisions.

As Durham Region’s workforce planning and labour market intelligence organization, DWA brings together employers, educators, community organizations, governments, and workforce partners to better understand local labour market trends and respond to emerging opportunities and challenges. Through research, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, we help build a stronger, more resilient workforce and economy.

Our work is grounded in evidence. We conduct local labour market research, workforce surveys, employer engagement activities, and data analysis to provide reliable insights into the changing world of work. These insights help inform workforce development strategies, support community planning, and guide decision-making across sectors.

Beyond research, DWA develops practical tools and resources that make labour market information accessible and actionable. From workforce reports and industry analysis to career exploration tools and community initiatives, we connect data with real-world solutions that support workforce success.

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. By convening partners from business, labour, education, community services, and all levels of government, we help foster dialogue, strengthen partnerships, and identify collective responses to workforce challenges.

As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we remain committed to advancing a fair, inclusive, and evidence-based labour market. We are proud of the partnerships we have built, the knowledge we have shared, and the impact we have made across Durham Region.
We look forward to continuing our work with current and future partners to support informed decision-making, workforce innovation, and a thriving labour market for years to come.

A diagram illustrating DWA stakeholders, including Employers, Job Seekers, and various organizations such as Employment Ontario, EG Abilities Centre, Grandview Education, E.G John Howard Society, Learning Network Durham Workforce Authority, Chambers of Commerce, Boards of Trade, and BACD. The structure visually connects these entities to emphasize their roles in the employment community.