# Event Details - **Event Name**: Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: Explore how ChamberWorks is connecting employers with talent and supporting stronger regional employment outcomes.About this EventJoin us for a valuable regional forum bringing together local employers, Business Canterbury members, MSD representatives, and Hon. Louise Upston to explore how we can strengthen employment outcomes across our region.This event forms part of the national ChamberWorks programme - a partnership between Chambers and the Ministry of Social Development designed to connect employers with jobseekers and support better employment outcomes across New Zealand.This session provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Minister on the direction of the initiative, while contributing to the conversation on how regional employer engagement can shape its success.Through practical discussion and shared insights, we’ll explore local workforce priorities, identify opportunities and barriers facing employers, and highlight how Chambers and MSD can work together to connect businesses with talent.This is a highly interactive, employer-focused session designed to deliver real outcomes - including clear pathways for businesses to engage with ChamberWorks and connect with MSD regional teams.WHO SHOULD ATTEND:Chamber members, local employers, industry leaders, and anyone interested in strengthening regional workforce outcomes.COST:Member - freeLite | Non-Member - $55 + GSTREGISTERING:When you register for an event you will be prompted to create a profile on Eventbrite. It is important that you use your work/company email when you create your profile so that Eventbrite will sync with your Business Canterbury account.For paid events when you enter your details - under the Registration Type & Tax Receipt Information section - please select 'Individual'. The 'Business' option will ask you for your IRD number which we do not require.Please note: By registering for this event, you agree to receive communications from Business Canterbury regarding its products, services, and related updates. Your contact information will be used solely for these purposes and will not be shared with third parties. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by updating your preferences from any Business Canterbury email communications. It will also be taken as acceptance that your image, name, or voice may be included in publications after the event. No personal details will be shared or printed without prior consent.EVENT MANAGER:Rebecca Golding: rebeccag@businesscanterbury.co.nzProudly supported by https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/dda31730-7a88-11f1-865a-33b55936dc0e-rimg-w1200-h280-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/regional-forum-with-hon-louise-upston-workforce-pathways-and-chamberworks/100001991880778027 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Business Canterbury - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 68.06, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Christchurch - **state**: CA - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Business Canterbury - **lat**: -43.52633429999999 - **long**: 172.6320939 - **full address**: Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d9aad20bf00b5e329e63b0e0e8375f262f592351036b7e115990a8c051443b54-rimg-w1200-h675-dc3d3d3d-gmir.jpg?v=1781680636 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks being held? - **A:** Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks? - **A:** Regional Forum with Hon. Louise Upston: Workforce Pathways & ChamberWorks is organized by The Chamber. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Regional Forum with Hon. 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