The Growing Your Workforce Conference is an annual cornerstone event in Southwestern Ontario that brings together employers, workforce development professionals, service providers, educators, community leaders, and policy makers to tackle pressing labour market challenges, exchange innovative ideas, and share practical solutions that strengthen regional workforce systems.

Organized by the collaborative network of Ontario’s Workforce Planning boards, this conference builds on years of impactful gatherings where attendees connect, learn from subject-matter experts, and explore trends shaping how we attract, retain, and develop talent across industries and communities.

In 2026, the conference will be hosted in Brantford, Ontario by the Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie. You can expect a rich line-up of presentations, keynote sessions, interactive panels, and opportunities for networking that reflect the structure and purpose of previous years’ events — all designed to support workforce strategy and regional economic growth.

The date and venue will be announced soon!

Check back frequently for event details and registration information — you won’t want to miss this chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of work in Southwestern Ontario!