The Municipality of Lambton Shores is hoping to help local businesses increase their workforce during an upcoming job fair.
Economic Development Coordinator Natalie Core said from what they've heard, businesses are noticing that more people are trying to support local.
"Because of the value of the dollar too, it's discouraging [people] from going across the border so we're hoping to see healthy traffic like we normally do, but possibly even an uptick in that traffic this summer," Core said.
She said there are also opportunities for seasonal businesses, such as golf courses, to capitalize on the dollar for U.S. tourists who visit the area.
"I have learned that despite Lambton County having one of the highest unemployment rates in the region, there are a large number of employers that are still looking to connect with potential employees," Core said. "So it's our hope that the job fair will help establish these connections for both sides so that it helps our local economy to make sure they have those positions filled."
The Lambton Shores Job Fair will be held on March 27 from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. in Thomas Hall at the Legacy Recreation Centre in Thedford.
"The businesses attending include agricultural businesses, hotels, restaurants, long-term care, child care, construction companies, golf courses, tourist destinations -- like the Pinery Provincial Park, and the Lambton Shores Fire Department will be on hand, as well as the municipality with current positions that are open, and Libro Financial as well," said Core.
A full list of employers can be found on the municipality's website.
Core said aside from seasonal positions, there are part-time and full-time opportunities as well.
"I would suggest that job seekers come with updated resumes and to dress for the occasion," Core said. "More than likely they will have the opportunity to make an important first impression. I know that job hunting can be intimidating but the job fair is a great place to have a no-pressure comfortable conversation with employers, to ask questions, and find out more about the positions."
Core said there will also be five employment organizations at the job fair, which will offer resources to small businesses and job seekers.
The free event was organized in partnership with Lambton College’s Community Employment Services, the Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board, and the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership.