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Hamilton's unemployment rate drops again!
Limeridge Mall sold to new owners! 
Bi-Weekly Newsletter
Volume 6: Issue 2. June 20, 2025 |
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Leaders in Workforce Development
Hamilton's Labour Market Connection
Labour Market Updates, News & Community Info
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The Latest From WPH
Your source of Labour Market Information in Hamilton
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�� Hamilton's unemployment rate drops again!
As of May 2025, Hamilton's unemployment rate has declined to 6.7%, now lower than both the provincial (7.7%) and national (6.9%) averages. This continues a steady downward trend since early 2025.
�� Want to see more labour market trends and top hiring employers?
Visit below for the full May 2025 Snapshot!
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Hamilton Business Survey
�� Top Industry: Accommodation & Food Services (23%)
�� Top BIA Responding: Downtown Hamilton (33%)
�� 71% rated worker quality as unfavourable
�� 51% said increased labour costs had the biggest negative impact
�� 50% of responses came from small businesses (5–99 employees)
�� Revenue: 43% saw a decrease, 31% saw an increase
Want to see more insights by ward and business size? Click below to learn more!
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June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. It's a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
Here are some workforce statistics to be celebrated!
Approximately 771,300 of Indigenous peoples living off reserve made up the labour force in 2024.
From 2005 to 2021, the number of Indigenous-owned businesses increased significantly, with a growth rate of 42.7%.
The overall rates of post-secondary completion were 45.3% for First Nations people, 56.3% for Métis and 33.6% among Inuit.
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Hamilton Community Updates
Find out what's happening in the city!
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You’re invited to a one-of-a-kind walk event at Gage Park on Tuesday, June 24 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Come celebrate the launch of the updated Age-Friendly Hamilton Trail Guide with:
– A Walk with Seniors from across Hamilton (+ find a local walk group to join!)
– Free Raw Roots juice & snacks (first 200!)
– Information tables and takeaways from local programs
– DOOR PRIZES!
Everyone is welcome – bring a friend!
Spots are limited, so register now to join the fun!
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Registration for Empowerment Squared's 2025 Summer Programs is now open.
All programs require registration and are zero cost to register and participate.
Empowerment Squared empowers newcomer, racialized, and marginalized communities to succeed through mentorship, access to post-secondary education, professional skills development and entrepreneurship, and sports and recreation.
This summer we are offering:
- Summer Literacy - Grades 3 - 8
- Summer Soccer - Ages 8 - 14
- Basketball (Drop-In Hours) - Ages 11 - 19
- Camp UBUNTU - Ages 8 - 14
- Parent Support Workshops
Shuttle bus transportation available for some programs.
To view details of each program including schedule, please visit the Empowerment Squared Community Portal or view the flyer attached.
If you need help registering, please follow this "How to Register" step by step guide or contact our team at 905-393-5370.
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Hamilton Immigrant Survey |
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Your story counts! If you are an immigrant, refugee, claimant, international student, or temporary foreign worker in Hamilton, we’d like you to share your experience with us and tell us how Hamilton can be better for you by completing the Hamilton Immigrant Survey.
Where to complete the survey?
https://www.research.net/r/IS2025-Public
There is more information available at https://hamiltonimmigration.ca/immigrantsurvey/ as well as links to the survey in specific languages.
What languages is the survey available in?
- English this information
- Arabic
- Farsi/Dari
- French
- Spanish
Who should complete the survey?
The Immigrant Survey is for immigrants, refugees, claimants, international students, temporary workers, and their families to share their experiences of living, working, and studying Hamilton.
How long will it take, and will my identity be protected?
It is estimated to take 10-15 minutes to complete the survey. It is totally voluntary and anonymous.
Can I complete the survey on paper?
If you need a paper copy, please feel free to reach out to us at mohammad.araf@hamilton.ca or 905-546-2424 ext. 4359.
What’s in it for you?
By filling out the Immigrant Survey, you can …
- help us understand the experiences, challenges, and contributions of immigrants in our community,
- share your feedback with organizations and institutions in Hamilton to improve the way they are working with immigrants and refugees, and
- be engaged in a civic process that will make Hamilton a better place to live for everyone, and
- enter a prize draw.
The survey closes on June 29.
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Library Settlement Partnership Program |
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Free Drop-In Support for Newcomers at Hamilton Public Libraries!
YWCA Hamilton’s Library Settlement Partnership (LSP) Program offers free, in-person support for newcomers at select Hamilton Public Library branches. Services include one-on-one help and group sessions on immigration, housing, employment, healthcare, and more. Interpretation in English and Arabic is available (other languages upon request).
�� Available weekly at Turner Park, Red Hill, Central, and Valley Park branches.
�� Check specific dates and times or scan the QR code to learn more and register!
For more info, contact:
�� Rana Aldibs: RAldibs@ywcahamilton.org | �� 905-522-9922 ext. 180
�� Natalie McFarlane-Brown: NMcFarlane-Brown@ywcahamilton.org | �� 905-522-9922 ext. 118
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The City of Hamilton's Xperience Annex in partnership with Turkstra Lumber are offering a second cohort of their Youth Builders Program. This program provides hands-on experience and certifications in the building materials and supplies industry. This free 8-week program includes
• $25 per day to attend training
• transportation support
• safety equipment and work boots
• job support after the program
This program is for youth ages 18-29. The program starts on August 5, 2025 with a screening date on July 8, 2025. To learn more and to register, contact youth.engagers@hamilton.ca |
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What's In The News?
Latest updates!
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Hamilton’s Lime Ridge Mall has a new owner.
Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) has agreed to acquire a 100 per cent interest in the two-level indoor shopping complex from an entity managed by Cadillac Fairview for $416 million.
“The mall produces over $251 million in annual sales, $841 in sales per square foot, and is located in a large and growing market, with access to mass transit,” said Patrick Sullivan, President and Chief Operating Officer of Toronto-based Primaris REIT.
“There is significant opportunity for growth at this centre including leasing up vacant and temporarily tenanted space, and optimizing former department store space,” Sullivan added.
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The GameBreakers is holding a Youth Esports Program for ages 12-17 this summer for 8 weeks.
This is a chance for youth to gain practical experience, receive mentorship, and build skills in the gaming and media industries. Are you interested? Make sure to register today!
To register, click below!
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Did you know, you can now request data from Workforce Planning Hamilton using our Data Request form?
Workforce Planning Hamilton’s labour market information can help identify:
- In-demand Industries, Skills & Jobs
- Workforce demographics
- Growing, declining & changing trends
- Job vacancy data
- Labour force supply & demand
- Immigration into the workforce
- Currently hiring skills & positions
- And More!
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