job fare poster with details of the event

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 27, 2023

Smiths Falls and Area Job Fair 2023

Smiths Falls, ON – Employers seeking to recruit new employees are invited to the Smiths Falls and area Job Fair on March 22, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Settler’s Ridge Centre (275 Brockville street, Smiths Falls).

Organized in partnership with Ontrac Employment Resource Services, Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce, Valley Heartland, the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville and the Small Business Advisory, the job fair will host employment seekers from Smiths Falls, Lanark County, Leeds & Grenville, Brockville and surrounding areas interested and trained in a various fields.

The event is free for employers and members of the public.

“This event is open to the public and presents a great opportunity for employers to meet face to face with job seekers and conduct on spot screening interviews or schedule later appointments”, said Julia Crowder Manager of Economic Development and Tourism. “Whether you are seeking employees to fill full-time, part-time or seasonal positions, the job fair will provide a platform to meet diverse talent and skills under one roof”.

Last year’s job fair attracted dozens of employers and employees. A follow up from the Economic Development Department was able to establish there were successful on sight screenings followed by scheduled interviews, which led to positive outcomes and job matches.

There are 50 employer booths available, on a first come first serve basis. Businesses from Smiths Falls and the broader region with current employment opportunities are asked to contact Joanne Watson of Ontrac at jwatson@getontrac.ca  or 613-283-6978 to register and secure a spot.

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