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Canadian Women's Foundation
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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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UE Enclosures recently invited the Skills Training in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Sheet Metal Program for Women (STARS) to take a tour of their massive facility in Leamington. Their team provides customized enclosures to clients across the world, and continues to lead the way by actively recruiting women into manufacturing and the trades! It was inspiring to hear how they strive to balance their growing workforce, encouraging their peers to do the same.

#West #womenintrades #whynother #partnership @UEEnclosures #HVAC #sheetmetal #ONjobs
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🌸 A big shoutout to our amazing Settlement Counsellor for leading a memorable Mom & Me Program field trip to Mic Mac Park! 🌳💫
Moms and children enjoyed a beautiful day outdoors — exploring nature, drawing, playing, and sharing meaningful moments together. The trip was not only fun, but also a chance to build friendships, strengthen community connections, and create lasting memories. 💕
👏 Huge thanks to our dedicated counsellor for making this event so meaningful and well-organized. WEST is proud to create opportunities that support newcomer families and strengthen community ties! 🌎💙
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We are proud of the current class from our Skills Training in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Sheet Metal Program for Women (STARS) Program! Only a few weeks left in class and the #womeninskilledtrades are excited to apply the skills they have developed. Thank you to partnering employers for attending our Job Fair and meeting our participants!

#West #womenintrades #whynother #partnership #HVAC #ONjobs @CardinalServicesGroup @RelianceHomeComfort
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