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Grey County job fair planned

Grey County wants to play matchmaker this Valentine's Day.

People can make professional connections at the 2024 Regional Job Fair at the Bayshore Community Centre in Owen Sound February 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

People can find full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions with about 140 employers that are expected to attend and showcase their businesses and current job opportunities. Participating employers include, Brightshores Health System, BWXT Canada Ltd., Pickard Construction, RBW Graphics, School Boards, Bruce Power, Cobble Beach, Queen of Hearts, Chapman’s, Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce, PeopleCare Communities, local municipalities, Voyago, Framatome, and LiUNA 1059.

“Grey County and partners are excited to host one large regional job fair. With such a large area, we want to support job seekers as best we can with transportation to and from the event,” said Jacinda Rudolph, economic development officer with Grey County.

Registration is not required for job seekers to participate. Grey County residents without transportation to the event in Owen Sound, can complete a pre-registration form at www.grey.ca/jobfair

Job seekers should bring some copies of their resume and be ready for a brief interview at the job fair.

“There are a number of fulfilling career opportunities available throughout Grey County and YMCA Employment Services are here to help. Staff are available t to help prepare for the job fair, whether you’re a student or adult seeking a new opportunity,” said Sharon Baynham, Manager of Program Services with YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce.

Grey County, YMCA of Owen Sound/Employment Ontario, Four County Labour Market Planning Board, Georgian College, South Grey Chamber, City of Owen Sound, Town of Hanover, Township of Southgate, Municipality of Meaford, Town of The Blue Mountains, Township of Chatsworth, Municipality of West Grey, Township of Georgian Bluffs, and Municipality of Grey Highlands are collaborating on the regional Job Fair.

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