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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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Industry Tour at CanGRO AgriFoods Inc – A Day of Insight and Engagement!
Our recent industry tour at CanGRO AgriFoods Inc was an incredible experience for all participants! The visit provided deep insights into the agri-food sector, showcasing innovative processes and best practices in the industry.
Participants were highly engaged, asking thoughtful questions, and gaining valuable knowledge about career opportunities and industry trends. This hands-on exposure is a vital step in connecting learning with real-world applications.
A big thank you to CanGRO AgriFoods Inc for hosting us and to our amazing participants for their enthusiasm and curiosity!
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15 hours ago

At WEST, our Settlement Team works every day to support newcomers as they build a new life in Canada—helping them overcome language barriers, access education, and gain the confidence they need to succeed. Seeing our clients settle, grow, and thrive is the reason our team works so hard.

A few years ago, a newcomer family arrived in Windsor and became clients at WEST. At the time, they did not speak English, and the women joined our Language Skills Training (LST) program. Through dedication and perseverance, they successfully completed the program and continued moving forward in their journey.

Today, we are proud to share that one of the women is now a Canadian citizen, and the other will be receiving her citizenship very soon 🇨🇦. After finishing LST, they followed their dream and opened their own business: Habibi Bakery
📍 6640 Tecumseh Rd E #120, Windsor, ON N8T 1E6

Recently, they sent us delicious pies from their bakery as a heartfelt way to say thank you to our Settlement Team and the entire WEST team. This thoughtful gesture truly warmed our hearts .

This is exactly why we do what we do—because watching newcomers succeed and give back to the community reminds us that our work truly makes a difference.
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16 hours ago

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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