Regional Job Fair March 24, 2026, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre in Owen Sound

2026 Regional Job Fair

Join us for the 2026 Regional Job Fair on March 24 — the region’s largest job fair with over 70 employers. 
Date:

March 24, 2026

Time:

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Employers! The 2026 Regional Job Fair is a high‑impact, in‑person hiring event connecting local employers with job seekers from across Grey and Bruce Counties. To ensure quality engagement, participation is limited to 75 employers, creating meaningful opportunities to connect with job seekers.

Employer registration is $50 + HST and includes:

  • Access to hundreds of local job seekers
  • One 6‑foot table
  • Two chairs
  • Up to two lunch tickets
  • Opportunity to request electricity (first come, first served; employers must provide their own extension cords and power bars)

Space is limited and booths are expected to sell out quickly. Early registration increases your chances of being included in event promotion as we actively market the job fair to job seekers throughout the region.

This event is intended for employers hiring for local positions within Grey and Bruce Counties. Employer registration deadline is March 13, 2026.

This event is supported by YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce, Business Enterprise Centre, Employment Services BGHP, Four County Labour Market Planning Board, Georgian College and Grey County.

Job Seekers — Save the Date!

March 24, 2026 | 2:00–5:00 PM

Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre – 1900 3rd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON

A list of employers and available positions will be posted closer to the event date. 

 

Need help preparing?

Visit your local YMCA Employment Services location or call to book an appointment in your community: 519-371-9222.

Job Fair Success Workshop

Date: March 12, 2026 or March 19, 2026

Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Virtual

Walking into a job fair can feel exciting—but it can also feel intimidating. With so many employers, conversations, and opportunities happening all at once, it’s completely normal to feel nervous or unsure about how to make the most of it. The good news is that with a little preparation and the right mindset, a job fair can become one of the most powerful tools in your job search.

In this virtual workshop, we’ll explore easy and practical strategies to help you overcome those nerves, present yourself with confidence, and make meaningful connections with employers. You’ll learn how to approach employers, start conversations that stand out, and leave a lasting positive impression.

Whether this is your first job fair or you simply want to feel more prepared and confident, this session will give you the tools you need to walk in feeling ready to succeed.