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Canadian Women's Foundation
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Community Foundations of Canada
Equality Fund
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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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Eid Mubarak from all of us at WEST! 🌙 May this Eid al-Adha bring peace, unity, and countless blessings to you and your loved ones. #eidmubarak #EidAlAdha #westofwindsor #communitystrong ... See MoreSee Less

9 hours ago

📣 AGM Update!
Please note our Annual General Meeting location has changed — we’ll now be gathering at the Giovanni Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave)!

🗓️ Wednesday, June 18th at 5:30 PM
📍 New Location: Giovanni Caboto Club
📌 Don’t forget to RSVP by June 10th using the QR code in the image or by visiting www.westofwindsor.com

We can’t wait to see you there! 💼💬 #WESTofWindsor #AGM2025 #WomenEmpoweringWomen #CommunityLeadership
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1 day ago

🎨✨ Our incredible EWE participants just wrapped up an inspiring Arts & Wellness session, where creativity met self-care in the most beautiful way!
A huge THANK YOU to Mursal and Amine for guiding us through this powerful workshop. Your energy, compassion, and artistry created a space for reflection, expression, and healing. 💛
Here’s to more moments of connection, creativity, and community! #EWE #WEST #ArtsAndWellness #Gratitude #CommunityHealing
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