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Workforce Planning Boards
Local labour market research and planning support
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides local labour market research and planning resources for Ontario communities. It supports employers, job seekers, and partners through reports, data tools, and community-focused workforce initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- General public
- Young adults
- New immigrants & refugees
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local labour market research and analysis.
- Community and employer consultations.
- Workforce planning reports and data tools.
- Labour market information services and surveys.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers
- Job seekers
- Community organizations
- Educators and training institutions
- Economic development agencies
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Algoma District
- Hastings, Prince Edward, and Lennox & Addington Counties
- Leeds, Grenville, Lanark, and Frontenac
- Windsor-Essex
Additional information
- Research and reports are freely available.
- Local labour market data can be requested through board tools.
- Annual reports are published by local workforce planning boards.
- Some services are designed for employers, job seekers, and community partners.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Workforce Planning Boards Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Workforce Planning Boards. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Workforce Planning Boards?
This program provides local labour market research and planning resources for Ontario communities. It supports employers, job seekers, and partners through reports, data tools, and community-focused workforce initiatives.
What expenses are eligible under Workforce Planning Boards?
Local labour market research and analysis.
Community and employer consultations.
Workforce planning reports and data tools.
Labour market information services and surveys.
Who can I contact for more information about the Workforce Planning Boards?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at info@cfwd.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Workforce Planning Boards available?
The Workforce Planning Boards program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Workforce Planning Boards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Workforce Planning Boards is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Workforce Planning Boards?
Workforce Planning Boards is funded by Government of Ontario (ON)