'Through our Skills Development Fund, we're protecting Ontario workers' says Labour Minister
Ontario is taking bold steps to secure the future of its workforce, launching a $260 million round of the Skills Development Fund (SDF) aimed at training and upskilling workers across health care, manufacturing, construction, and other vital sectors. This latest investment is part of a sweeping $2.5 billion commitment to ensure Ontarians are prepared for the challenges of a shifting global economy and the pressures of international trade, including the spectre of U.S. tariffs.
The announcement comes at a time when the province faces both opportunity and adversity. With nearly 88,000 jobs unfilled in Toronto alone in early 2025, the need for skilled workers is urgent. The SDF’s sixth round opens t