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Canadian Women's Foundation
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Community Foundations of Canada
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Windsor Essex Community Foundation

Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor Inc. (WEST)

Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor Inc. (WEST) was developed in 1984 as a response to disproportionately high levels of unemployment among women and the difficulties experienced by women attempting to enter the workforce.

During the course of development, it became apparent that the most disadvantaged women, in terms of training and employment opportunities, were visible minorities. As a result of those findings, a plan was implemented to create a technical and life skills training program specific to the needs of visible minority women residing in Windsor-Essex. WEST, a non-profit corporation and registered charitable organization, is the realization of that initiative.

With funding from Human Resources Development Canada, WEST opened its doors in February 1987, offering unique training opportunities for women from Windsor-Essex and around the globe. Through skills enhancement and volunteer placements, visible minority women have been prepared for entry to employment and have moved closer to achieving the success they desire.

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Our EWE participants had the pleasure of attending a workshop presented by an Intake Worker from MCC!

The session highlighted the importance of volunteering—how it helps build skills, gain experience, and connect with the community.
Our participants found the workshop inspiring and truly enjoyed the discussion.
Thank you to MCC for supporting our program and empowering our participants!
#CommunityEngagement #volunteeringmatters #eweprogram #SkillBuilding #mccworkshop EmpowerThroughAction
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WEST is delivering a Health & Safety (OHS) Train the Trainer program for settlement counsellors. This training equips counsellors with the skills and confidence to deliver and transfer essential workplace health and safety knowledge to newcomers—with a strong focus on empowering women through our Empowering Women for Employment (EWE) program.
👩‍💼💪 This training supports newcomer women in preparing for safe, informed, and successful employment in Canada.
👉 Are you a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee?
👉 Interested in building skills while supporting newcomer women?
✨ The Empowering Women for Employment (EWE) program is right for you!
⏳ Limited spots available — contact us today to join!
#WEST #TrainTheTrainer #OHSTraining #Settlement #EmpoweringWomen EWE NewcomerSupport WomenInEmployment WorkplaceSafety
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Join us for our Job Fair on 20 January 2026 ! An exciting opportunity to find meaningful employment and a chance to network with local skilled trades suppliers! Save the date and RSVP now scan the QR code! ... See MoreSee Less

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