Survey says! Name something local employers can do to find more workers

Local employers are being asked to share their hiring needs and challenges in the hope of producing a comprehensive labour market snapshot for the Sault and area.

The local non-profit Algoma Workforce Investment Corp. (AWIC) says it is launching an employer insights survey that will serve as a platform for employers to voice their needs on HR topics.

The topics include recruitment practices, retention strategies and challenges, workforce outlooks, and issues related to skills, training, and education.

"Understanding the unique characteristics and needs of local businesses is essential for delivering effective support and resources," Silvia Alves, executive director of AWIC said in a news release.

"By gaining insights into the current state of the workforce and prevailing hiring trends, we can make informed decisions about local recruitment and talent development approaches."

The more employers participate in the survey, the more robust and validated the data will be, Alves added.

"This collective input is vital for creating accurate and actionable insights to benefit the entire region," Alves said.

AWIC said the survey, being conducted in collaboration with other community partners, will produce a comprehensive labour market snapshot, identifying key issues and challenges faced by businesses and industries in the Sault and Algoma.

Completing the survey will take about 10 to 15 minutes, AWIC said.

The survey is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

For more information about the survey or to participate, visit www.awic.ca.