Careers that Feed the Region

Understand the food manufacturing job market. Where to start and what employers need. Labour demand, skills, and career pathways. This free workshop, hosted by the Workplace & Immigrant Network (WIN), brings together local food manufacturing employers and immigrant professionals to provide practical insights into Waterloo Region's food manufacturing labour market. What You'll Learn • Current demand for food manufacturing talent across the region • What local employers look for when hiring for production, quality, food safety, engineering, science, and technical roles • Opportunities to connect with employers and professionals working in the industry Why This Matters Food and beverage manufacturing is one of Waterloo Region's largest employment sectors, and local employers regularly seek production, quality, food safety, and technical talent. This workshop provides an opportunity to hear directly from employers, gain current labour market insights, and expand your professional network. Who Should Attend This workshop is designed for internationally trained professionals, newcomers, and immigrants with experience in, or an interest in, the food manufacturing sector. This workshop is intended for newcomers and immigrants with the following status: permanent residents in Canada for less than 6 years , Convention refugees and protected persons. Note: Please bring your PR card or UCI number. This information will be requested for IRCC reporting purposes only. Funded by Immigration Refugees & Citizenship Canada. *Door opens at 4:30 PM.