The Growing Your Workforce Conference is an annual event organized by the Workforce Boards of Ontario. Each year, the conference is hosted by a different workforce development board. This year, the conference will be hosted by The Workforce Planning Board of Waterloo Wellington Dufferin
The conference focuses on addressing workforce development challenges and opportunities across Southwestern Ontario, and is a vital platform for bringing together partners, including employers, service providers, institutions, and decision makers. It is an event where ideas are exchanged, best practices are shared, and solutions are crafted to address the pressing issues facing our workforce, talent pipelines, and local labour markets.
Save The Date! The Growing Your Workforce Conference will be held November 20th, 2025 at the Hampton Inn and Suites in Waterloo!
Ticket information coming soon!
Event Agenda (Coming Soon)
Speaker/Panelist Applications
Are you passionate about workforce development, innovation in hiring, or creating inclusive workplaces? We’re looking for dynamic speakers to join us at the Growing Your Workforce Conference this fall!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring the Growing Your Workforce Conference is a powerful way to show your leadership in workforce development while gaining exposure to over 200 employers, service providers, and decision makers from across Southwestern Ontario. Your support ensures high-impact visibility and aligns your brand with practical, community-driven solutions that shape the future of our regional labour market.
For questions related to the 2025 Growing Your Workforce Conference, please contact Bennett MacDonald at bennett@workforceplanningboard.com
Thank you to this year’s host and planning partners!
