Publications
If a report is listed but not available in PDF format, please send us an email at info@htab.ca or phone 905-521-5777 to obtain a copy. In some cases a nominal fee may apply to cover printing, photocopying, and/or shipping costs.
Careerview, Summer/Fall 2010: Retail Trade Sector (.pdf, 1.5 MB)
Highlighted are the top occupations in the industry in Hamilton; career opportunities; a success story; and information on retail trade subsectors.
Caring Careers: A Guide to Occupations in Healthcare (Revised) (.pdf, 3.8 MB)
A revised version of the Caring Careers Guide, which was originally published in 2004.
Apprenticeship Award nomination form - French (.pdf, 56.5 KB)
Apprenticeship Award nomination form - English (.pdf, 58.8 KB)
Apprenticeship Award instructions - French (.pdf, 24.7 KB)
Apprenticeship Award instructions - English (.pdf, 24.5 KB)
Monthly employer survey results: July 2010 (.pdf, 99.8 KB)
Workforce Focus, July 2010 - Rural Transitions (.pdf, 260 KB).
Details regarding rural employment in Hamilton: industry trends; unemployment rates; age profiles; and educational attainment.
Monthly employer survey results: June 2010 (.pdf, 90.2 KB).
Results of the June 2010 workforce survey of Hamilton employers.
Labour Market Bulletin - June 2010 (.pdf, 730.5 KB)
HTAB bulletin that provides an update on HTAB employer consultations; top 5 occupations in Hamilton and list of occupations in demand.
Construction Sector Occupations Guide (.pdf, 1.5 MB).
Lists steps to apprenticeship; career profiles of construction occupations including job responsibilities,education required, future job outlook, etc.
Industrial Sector Occupations Guide (.pdf, 1.4 MB)
Lists steps to apprenticeship; career profiles of industrial sector occupations including job responsibilities, education required, future job outlook, etc.
Motive Power Occupations Guide (.pdf, 1.4 MB)
Lists steps to apprenticeship; career profiles of motive power occupations, including job responsibilites, education required, future job outlook, etc.
Service Sector Occupations Guide (.pdf, 1.4 MB)
Lists steps to apprenticeship; career profiles of service sector occupations, including job responsibilities, education required, future job outlook, etc.
Workforce Focus, May 2010 - Health Care (.pdf, 220.2 KB)
Information on healthcare employment trends, labour pool, tenure, composition, retirements and diversity.
Promising Sectors in Hamilton's Labour Market (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
Ten promising sectors are profiled, ranging from administrative/support services to education to warehouse and storage.
Realities and Possibilities (.pdf, 647.5 KB)
HTAB research on employer experiences and their thoughts about the employment of youth.
Workforce Focus, March 2010 - The Public Sector (.pdf, 211.2 KB)
Employment composition in the public sector, employment forecast, outlook and career streams.
LLMI: Planning for our Future (.pdf, 725.9 KB)
Handout for March 3, 2010 event: includes survey results from January 2010; lists national and provincial sources for labour market information.
Workforce Focus, Jan. 2010 - Sectoral Analysis (.pdf, 175.3 KB)
List sub-sectors with high turnover rates; high wage growth sectors; gender balance and diversity.
Charting Hamilton's Labour Market: Past, Present and Future handout (.pdf, 4.3 MB)
Report listing major trends; demand for labour; demand for labour by major occupational group, etc.
Report to the Community - 2009 (.pdf, 1.6 MB)
Annual report listing partnership activities; activities for employers and community members, and publications for 2009.
Charting Hamilton's Labour Market: Past, Present and Future Presentation Jan. 21/10 (.pdf, 466.7 KB)
Presentation by Tom McCormack at HTAB's Report to the Community event.
Publications for 2009
Tech 2009 Program (.pdf, 4.6 MB)
Program for Tech 2009, which was the 10th anniversary of Tech.
Workforce Focus, Nov. 2009 - Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (.pdf, 168.8 KB)
Trends, characteristics and composition, prominent industries within SME in Hamilton, etc.
Guide to Collaboratives and Planning Initiatives Related to Human Services in Hamilton (.pdf, 724.2 KB)
Directory of Hamilton collaboratives, planning bodies and initiatives.
Workforce Focus, July 2009 - Changes in the Employment Landscape (.pdf, 207.2 KB)
Part-time and temporary work rates; job stability; entry level "woes"; income growth by educational level, etc.
Trends, Opportunities and Priorities (TOP) 2009 (.pdf, 6 MB)
Report with trends, issues, labour market data and analysis, etc.
Careerview, Spring/Summer 2009, Skilled Trades Sector (.pdf, 1.5 MB)
Information for those considering apprenticeships, including incentives for employers; steps to apprenticeship; profile of a hairstylist and drywall finisher.
Partnership Activities - Western Local Board Areas (.pdf, 2.6 MB)
Publication showcasing the activities of the eight Local Baord areas in the western region.
Guide to Employment, Training and Personal Support Services in Hamilton (.pdf, 1017.6 KB)
Features information services; employment services; peer support and outreach; ESL and LINC; skills development; income support, and personal support services in Hamilton.
Guide to Employment, Training and Personal Suport Services in Haldimand/Norfolk/Brantford (.pdf, 406.1 KB)
Features information services; employment services; peer support and outreach; ESL and LINC; skills development; income support, and personal support services in the Haldimand/Norfolk/Brantford area.
Guide to Employment, Training and Personal Support Services: Niagara (.pdf, 300.7 KB)
Features information services; employment services; peer support and outreach; ESL and LINC; skills development; income support, and personal support services in the Niagara area.
Workforce Focus, May 2009, Promising Occupations (.pdf, 185.3 KB)
Recession resistant sectors; manufacturing stable occupations; top college programs; promising local occupations in Hamilton, etc.
Growing Your Career: Occupations in the Horticulture and Landscaping Industry (.pdf, 5.7 MB)
List of occupations; responsibilities; education/training required; future job market and local employers.
Max Valiquette Presentation, Feb. 24, 2009 (.pdf, 8.9 MB)
Presentation by Max Valiquette from Youthography.
Workforce Focus, March 2009- Skilled Trades (.pdf, 150.2 KB)
Employment growth in Ontario 2001-2006; self-employment; immigrants; education; top 10 growth trades, etc.
Skills Development in Hamilton: Awareness and Access (.pdf, 2 MB)
Research about access and awareness amongst the general public and consumers of skills development programs.
Dreams and Expections: A Report on Conversations with Hamilton Youth on Work and Careers (.pdf, 3.3 MB)
Research with youth 15-24 regarding their experiences and expectations of the work place.
Making "Them" Work: MAXimizing your multi-gen workforce (.pdf, 2.3 MB)
Results of Dreams and Expectations report; description of different age groups; tips to working with a multi-generational workforce.
Workforce Focus, Feb. 2009, Renewable Energy (.pdf, 230.6 KB)
New developments; prevalent occupations; local energy sector; industry profile.
Report to the Community 2008 (.pdf, 1.7 MB)
List of partnership and other activities for the year geared to employers and the community.
Publications for 2008
Workforce Focus, Nov. 2008, Information Technology (.pdf, 228 KB)
Employment growth; industry trends; gender composition; age profile; where the jobs are.
Tech 2008 Program (.pdf, 4.6 MB)
Tech 2008 program.
Tech 2008 brochure (.pdf, 482 KB)
Tech 2008 brochure.
TOP 2009 Invitation (.pdf, 1.6 MB)
Invitation to TOP consultation 2009.
Creative Careers (.pdf, 3.1 MB)
List of occupations; responsibilities; education/training required; future job market; local employers.
Building Your Career: Occupations in the Construction Industry, Oct. 2008 (.pdf, 3.3 MB)
List of occupations; responsibilities; education/training required; future job market; local employers.
Workforce Focus, Small Business and Self Employment, Sept. 2008 (.pdf, 206.6 KB)
Recents trends;nature of small business; top self-employment occupations (2006); rate by age.
Careerview Sept. 2008, Healthcare (.pdf, 530 KB)
Information for unemployed people on working in healthcare; what local employers are looking for; spotlight on PSW career.
Strengthening Your Workforce (.pdf, 707 KB)
Guide to human resources fundamentals for Hamilton employers.
Workforce Focus, July 2008, Older Workers (.pdf, 781.7 KB)
Generational comparison: older workers age 45+; employment trends; aging workforce; education; aging occupations.
Common Skills Lexicon (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
Examines how job seekers, employers and Action Centres describe generic skills and skill sets in the job search process.
Workforce Focus, May 2008, Manufacturing (.pdf, 239.6 KB)
Employment trends; women in manufacturing; employment change by age group; recent start-ups and closures.
Careers to Discover: A Guide to Occupations in Hospitality and Tourism (.pdf, 4.5 MB)
List of occupations, including responsibilities, education/training required, future job market, local employers, etc.
Workforce Focus, March 2008, Labour, Education (.pdf, 702 KB)
Self employment change; employment change by industry (2001-2006); unemployment by age group; most prevalent occupations; income composition.
Dollars and Sense booklet (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
Guide to resources, wage incentives, tax credits, and programs for employers to defray the costs of training apprentices.
Essential Skills: Linking Employees Skills to Your Bottom Line (.pdf, 5.5 MB)
Information about the 9 Essential Skills as they relate to occupations; assessment tools and tips.
Canadian Apprenticeship Forum Presentation (.pdf, 205.8 KB)
Presentation on the return on investment (ROI) for apprenticeship training; tax incentives; the business case for apprenticeship.
Employer Engagement (.pdf, 828.7 KB)
Research to understand how Hamilton employers interact with community based employment service providers.
Workforce Focus, Volume 2, Issue 7 - Aboriginal Peoples (February 2008) (.pdf, 308.7 KB)
Population growth; location patterns; fading languages; language trends, age.
TOP Report January 2008 (.pdf, 2.3 MB)
Trends, Opportunities and Priorities report for 2008.
Tendances, Opportunites et Priorites Rapport, Janvier 2008 (.pdf, 2.3 MB)
French version of the TOP report for 2008.
Tom McCormack Presentation at TOP 2007 (.pdf, 679.1 KB)
Hamilton labour market trends, with employment growth by industry.
Workforce Focus, Volume 2, Issue 6 - Tourism (January 2008) (.pdf, 231.5 KB)
Employment generated by tourism; age groups; international visitors trends; travel trends.
Workplaces with Balance poster (Jan. 2008) (.pdf, 299.3 KB)
Checklist of family friendly workplace practices; tips to create a family friendly workplace, why it is important, etc.
Publications for 2007
Looking Back, Looking Forward (.pdf, 2.5 MB).
Ten years in review: HTAB's highlights and milestones since its incorporation in August 2007.
Tech 2007 Program (.pdf, 1.1 MB).
Program for TECH 2007.
Immigrant Employment in Hamilton: Connecting the Dots (Sept. 2007) (.pdf, 2.1 MB)
Research report that studied what employment barriers immigrants face.
Connecting the Dots - French (.pdf, 172.2 KB).
French version of the guide.
Connecting the Dots: An Immigrant Guide to Finding Employment in Hamilton (Sept. 2007) (.pdf, 715.4 KB).
A list of practical information and employment resources for immigrants.
Relier les points: Integration des immigrants au marche du travail a Hamilton (.pdf, 172.2 KB).
A French translation of the Connecting the Dots employment guide.
Workforce Focus, Volume 2, Issue 5 - Immigration (.pdf, 318.6 KB)
Top 10 birthplaces of Hamilton immigrants; immigration levels; region of origin; ages; and languages.
Careerview Fall/Winter 2007, Service Sector (.pdf, 522.8 KB)
Interviews with employers, employees and statistics on local service sector employment.
Workforce Focus, Volume 2, Issue 4 - Non-profit and voluntary sector (.pdf, 392.6 KB)
Employment patterns, training and education information for employees in the non-profit and voluntary sector in Hamilton.
Caring Careers: A Guide to Occupations in Healthcare (.pdf, 2.7 MB)
Revised version of the guide with information on education, salary, work environment and future prospects in this sector.
Workforce Focus, Volume 2, Issue 3 - Education (.pdf, 204.7 KB)
( September 2007 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Education sector.
Community Connects: Employment Ontario Event Reference Binder (.pdf, 845.2 KB)
( July 2007 )
A reference binder listing Hamilton and area based programs/services that are funded by Employment Ontario.
Workforce Focus Volume 2, Issue 2 - Construction (.pdf, 222.7 KB)
( July 2007 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Construction sector.
Workforce Focus Volume 2, Issue 1 - Food Processing (.pdf, 315.2 KB)
( May 2007 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Food Processing sector.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 6 - Youth (.pdf, 125.3 KB)
( March 2007 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce issues affecting youth (ages 15-24).
HIWIN Newsletter, June 2007, Vol. 1 (.pdf, 169.1 KB)
( June 2007 )
The premier HIWIN newsletter informs employers about the advantage of hiring immigrants and about local resources that can assist them.
S.O.S. School's Out Symposium Fact Sheets (.pdf, 387.3 KB)
( June 2007 )
Tips to getting started on a job search, how to network, writing a great cover letter, etc.
Career View, Spring/Summer 2007, Transportation (.pdf, 4 MB)
( June 2007 )
Career View is a quarterly newsletter which highlights specific employment sectors: In this issue transportation is examined.
2007 TOP Report (.pdf, 1 MB)
( January 2007 )
The TOP Report is the result of HTAB's annual community planning process that identifies the priority labour market issues in Hamilton and documents their project and partnership solutions.
Moving Forward: Employment Programs for Youth at Risk in the City of Hamilton (.pdf, 1.7 MB)
( January 2007 )(Available in French)
This report examines the issues and best practices pertaining to employment for youth at risk.
2006 Report to the Community (.pdf, 819.2 KB)
( January 2007 )
Summary of HTAB's 2006 activities with a look ahead to the projects planned for 2007.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 5 - Retail (.pdf, 85.9 KB)
( January 2007 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Retail sector.
Publications for 2006
Tech 2006 Program (.pdf, 467.1 KB)
( November 2006 )
Includes the day's agenda, team leader profiles, list of exhibitors, trades and tech facts and stats, and list of sites.
Labour Market Information for Hamilton: Trends, Opportunities & Priorities (.pdf, 571.4 KB)
( October 2006 )
An in-depth look at the most recent labour market information for Hamilton presented at HTAB's 2007 TOP Community Forum.
TECH 2006 Technology & Trades for Women (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
( November 2006 )
Event brochure with registration information.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 4 - Agriculture (.pdf, 88 KB)
( November 2006 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Agriculture sector.
Move On Up (.pdf, 1 MB)
( October 2006 )
Profiles of occupations in the transportation sector in Hamilton.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 3 - Healthcare (.pdf, 90.1 KB)
( September 2006 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the Healthcare sector.
TOP 2007 Invitation - French (.pdf, 294.9 KB)
( October 2006 )
Click to view PDF of TOP invitation in French.
TOP 2007 Invitation - English (.pdf, 298.2 KB)
( October 2006 )(Available in French)
Click to view PDF of TOP 2007 invitation.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 2 - TRANSPORTATION (.pdf, 91.6 KB)
( July 2006 )(Available in French)
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the TRANSPORTATION sector.
Finding Balance - Employees (.pdf, 442.1 KB)
( June 2006 )
An employee's guide to understanding and implementing work-life balance at home and in the workplace.
Finding Balance - Employers (.pdf, 442.8 KB)
( June 2006 )
An employer's guide to understanding and implementing work-life balance in the the workplace.
Workforce Focus Volume 1, Issue 1 - MANUFACTURING (.pdf, 116.6 KB)
( May 2006 )
Hamilton labour market information on the industry trends and workforce profile of the manufacturing sector.
Where does Hamilton work? (.pdf, 499.2 KB)
( April 2006 )
This guide provides an overview of the main industry sectors in Hamilton and the types of employers and occupations that are available in each sector.
Summary of the Human Resources Needs of Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Hamilton (.pdf, 839.7 KB)
( March 2006 )
This report documents the current HR practices of Hamilton SMEs and their top five HR concerns.
Publications for 2005
Welcome to Hamilton: Community Services for New Immigrants and Refugees (.pdf, 178.9 KB)
( June 2005 )
A summary of identified gaps in services based on consultations with individuals providing immigrant and refugee services in Hamilton.
Port of Hamilton Industry Profile (.pdf, 3.1 MB)
( 2005 )
A profile of the port of Hamilton industry with identified advantages and opportunities.
Hamilton Food and Beverage Profile (.pdf, 2.8 MB)
( 2005 )
A profile of the food and beverage industry in Hamilton with identified advantages and opportunities.
Hamilton Advanced Manufacturing Industry Profile (.pdf, 2.9 MB)
( 2005 )
A profile of advanced manufacturing in Hamilton with identified advantages and opportunities.
Rapport à la communauté de 2005 (.pdf, 871.4 KB)
( 2005 )
Rapport sur les TOP de 2006 (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
( 2005 )
Un plan d'action communautaire portant sur les tendances, les possibilités et les priorités actuelles du marché du travail à Hamilton.
TECH 2005 Women at Work: Technology and Trades for Women (.pdf, 723.4 KB)
( November 2005 )
TECH 2005 event program.
2006 TOP Report (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
( November 2005 )
A community action plan addressing the current trends, opportunities and priorities in Hamilton's labour market.
2005 Report to the Community (.pdf, 949.4 KB)
( December 2005 ). HTAB year in review.
2005 Report to the Community - French (.pdf, 871.4 KB) French version of 2005 Report to the Community.
Towards Prosperity: Researching Immigrant Skills in Hamilton (.pdf, 3.2 MB)
( October 2005 ) (Available in French)
Research examining immigrant skills in Hamilton
Making cent$ of apprenticeship (.pdf, 3.1 MB)
( May 2005 )
An employer resource addressing apprenticeship information and incentive programs, including: Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit, OYAP, Job Connect, and the Co-operative Education Tax Credit (CETC).
Hamilton Human Resources Services Directory (.pdf, 2.3 MB)
( January 2005 )
A "how-to" guide and directory of human resources services in Hamilton and surrounding area.
Publications for 2004
Towards Prosperity: A National and Provincial Perspective on the Need to Utilize Immigrant Skills (.pdf, 1.3 MB)
( December 2004 )
A background paper presenting an overview of the national and provincial literature on the importance that immigrants and their skills hold for communities in Canada.
2004 Report to the Community (.pdf, 1.2 MB)
( 2004 )
HTAB year in review.
TECH 2004 Women At Work: Technology & Trades For Women (.pdf, 1.1 MB)
( 2004 )
TECH 2004 event program.
The Recruitment and Retention of Women: What Do Women Want? (.pdf, 1.6 MB)
( April 2004 )
An examination of contemporary workplace culture and the benefits of "female-friendly" workplaces: Tips and examples of local best practices are included.
A Proposed Model for Training Internationally Educated Nurses in Hamilton: A Community Report from the Internationally Educated Nurses Working Group (.pdf, 248 KB)
( May 2004 )
Report outlines the recommended components of a Hamilton-based training program for internationally educated nurses.
Hamilton Health Care Sector Occupation Fact Sheets (.pdf, 2.6 MB)
( 2004 )
Educational requirements, job descriptions, and employers of 18 occupations in the Hamilton health care sector.
Publications for 2003
City of Hamilton Agricultural Economic Impact & Development Study ( April 2003 )
A report study assessing the importance of agriculture to the Hamilton economy. Completed in partnership with the Government of Canada, the City of Hamilton, and the Hamilton-Wentworth Federation of Agriculture.
HR Matters II: Hamilton Human Resource Strategy Business Plan - Building On the Strength of Hamilton (.pdf, 650.8 KB)
( June 2003 )
The Hamilton Training Advisory Board participated in the compilation of this human resources business plan for the City of Hamilton.
TECH 2003 Women At Work: Technology & Trades For Women (.pdf, 1.7 MB)
( 2003 )
TECH 2003 event program:TECH is a career information conference for high school girls/women interested in non-traditional occupations.
2003 Report to the Community (.pdf, 1.9 MB)
( 2003 )
HTAB year in review.
A Few Good Nurses: A Forum on Best Practices for Integration of Internationally Trained Nurses (.pdf, 1.7 MB)
( March 2003 )
Summary and recommendations resulting from forum discussing best practices for the integration of internationally trained nurses into Hamilton's health care labour force.
A Report on the First Women in Skilled Trade (WIST) Program at Mohawk College (.pdf, 1.9 MB)
( July 2003 ) An initiative of HTAB's Women's Reference Group.
Internet Job Searching User's Guide (.pdf, 930.1 KB)
( 2003 )
Introductory guide and directory to jumpstart a rewarding job search on the internet.
Publications for 2002
HR Matters: Phase I (.pdf, 1.1 MB)
( May 2002 )
Research commissioned by the City of Hamilton Economic Development Department to examine the long-term implications of an aging population on the city's economy.
With an open door...: A Report on the Labour Market Transition of Immigrant Nurses in Hamilton (.pdf, 514.1 KB)
( July 2002 )
Study draws attention to the skills, knowledge and experience of internationally educated nurses which represent an untapped labour pool in Hamilton's economy.
Hamilton Training Network: Feasibility Study Final Report (.pdf, 466.9 KB)
( February 2002 )
A discussion paper on the desirability and practicality of establishing a web-based information and training network in Hamilton.
Annual Report to the Community 2002 (.pdf, 331.7 KB)
( 2002 )
HTAB year in review.
Environmental Scan 2002 - 2003 (.pdf, 503.9 KB)
( June 2002 )(Available in French)
A snapshot of the economy identifying human resources development issues relating to training and the Hamilton labour market.
Local Area Plan Update - November 2002 (.pdf, 615.5 KB)
( November 2002 )
An updated action plan to address labour force issues in the Hamilton community.
Local Area Plan 2002 (.pdf, 688.8 KB)
( April 2002 )
A comprehensive listing of activities and partnerships that address issues and needs identified in HTAB's Environmental Scan.
Falling Through the Cracks: Researching Literacy Needs of Youth Ages 16-18 (.pdf, 1.5 MB)
( June 2002 )
An evaluation of the literacy service needs of high-risk youth in Hamilton and literacy service delivery model recommendations to meet these needs.
Publications for 2001
A Few Good Nurses: A Hamilton Health Care Human Resources Strategy ( February 2001 )
A report documenting local opportunities for solutions to health care human resources challenges with a focus on RN, RPN, and PSW occupations. An initiative of HTAB's Health Care Human Resources Advisory Committee.
Environmental Scan 2001 (.pdf, 361.4 KB)
( 2001 )
A snapshot of the economy identifying human resource development issues relating to training and the Hamilton labour market.
Report to the Community 2001 (.pdf, 358.6 KB)
( 2001 )
HTAB year in review.
Publications for 2000
Environmental Scan 2000 ( 2000 )
A training needs assessment of the Hamilton-Wentworth labour market.
Environmental Scan Update Report ( September 2000 )
Report identifies continuing issues and new information concerning Hamilton's labour market.
Environmental Scan 2000: A Profile of the Hamilton-Wentworth Labour Market ( 2000 )
A snapshot of the economy identifying human resource development issues relating to training and the Hamilton labour market.
Skills For the World of Work ( 2000 )
Proceedings from a forum on workplace skills held at McMaster University, June 8, 2000.
READ: A Basic Skills Referral Kit for Use With Ontario Works Clients ( 2000 )
A package of checklists and forms for documenting basic skills needs. Completed in partnership with ABEA and the City of Hamilton.
Annual Report 2000 (.pdf, 602.6 KB)
(Available in French) HTAB year in review.
Publications for 1999
1999 Rapport final sur les consultations avec la communauté ( Juin 1999 )
1999 Local Area Plan ( 1999 )(Available in French)
Annual summary of local labour market conditions and needs, and includes recommendations about training.
Annual Report 1999 ( 1999 )
HTAB year in review.
