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REGIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: INNOVATIVE, COLLABORATIVE AND COMMUNITY-DRIVEN

The Regional Workforce Development Partnership (RWDP) is a collaboration of the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, Municipal District of Greenview, Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce and Northwestern Polytechnic. Together, with business and community, we’re leading and mobilizing the Regional Workforce Development Strategic Action Plan.

This Strategic Action Plan guides a planned, coordinated and cooperative approach aimed at ensuring there are enough workers with the right skills and supports to drive strong economic growth in the region – today and in the future. The region includes the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, Municipal District of Greenview and area communities.

The Plan includes the following goals:

  • Develop and Grow a Stable Talent Pool
  • Strengthen the Workforce Ecosystem
  • Expand Youth Workforce Integration
  • Promote the Region’s Workforce Growth Potential and Amenities

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH

PUTTING EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE PERSPECTIVES TO WORK
Research and Collaboration Driving Innovation to Grow the Region's Talent Pool

Presented by Regional Workforce Development Partnership with Deloitte - February 8, 2024

CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW TO VIEW THE RECORDED WEBINAR

Regional Attraction and Retention Study (2023): An overwhelming majority of workers are satisfied with the region as a place to work (92 per cent) and with the quality of life (86 per cent) it offers: regional workforce study. The study dug deep into the insights of employees, job seekers and employers to guide programs and actions aimed at growing the region's workforce.

For more study highlights, view a summary here. For a copy of the study, please email the Chamber of Commerce at info@gpchamber.com.

A Regional Lifestyle Amenities Directory supports recruitment and retention initiatives by showcasing key assets and amenities that can help prospective and current employees evaluate and appreciate what the region and its communities have to offer. Request a copy of the directory here.

Regional Target Sector Study (2021): The Study identifies those sectors fundamental to the region’s economic competitiveness, as they spur growth and opportunity for other local industries.

Sector Profiles (2021): profiles 6 sectors identified as being key sectors in the region. Agriculture; Chemical Manufacturing; Forestry; Health Care; Renewable Energy; and Transportation.

Regional Labour Market Needs Assessment Executive Summary (2020): This Executive Summary provides a summary of the LMNA – an overview of the region’s workforce needs, opportunities and trends gathered through a collection and analysis of statistical data and the insights of about 800 local stakeholders.

For more information contact:
Tanya Oliver, CEO
Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce
tanya@gpchamber.com
780-532-5340

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