YOUR WORKFORCE RESOURCE
There are 9 designated workforce areas in Oregon. Each local workforce area is served by a Workforce Development Board. East Cascades Works is the local workforce development board that serves the 10 counties east of the Cascades, including two sovereign tribal nations: Warm Springs & Klamath Tribes. EC Works creates partnerships and offers services for businesses and jobseekers in the East Cascades region.
News From EC Works & Our Partners
City of Bend Small Business Assistance Grant Program Now Open
The following is shared from the City of Bend: The City of Bend’s Small Business Assistance Grant Program provides funding to help local businesses improve operations, strengthen resilience, support growth, increase competitiveness, and invest in[...]
Pitch Your Startup at the 2026 Bend Venture Conference
The following is shared from Economic Development of Central Oregon: BVC showcases innovative startups and connects entrepreneurs with investors and mentors. There are three categories of competition: Growth Tech Stage, Growth Industries Stage and Early[...]
2025 Student Voice Summer Survey Report
The following is shared from Oregon Department of Education: High-quality summer learning programs create powerful opportunities for students to build relationships, strengthen literacy, experience joy, and nurture the curiosity that drives lifelong learning. Oregon’s approach[...]