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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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Ready to explore a future in the skilled trades?👷‍♀️

WEST, in partnership with Unifor Local 444, invites women to our UNIFOR Trades Week for Women!

🔧 Explore skilled trades careers, apprenticeship and training opportunities, and connect with industry professionals

📅 Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Roundhouse, 3015 Howard Ave, Unit 5, Windsor, ON N9E 4M1

🔗 Register or scan the QR code below to secure your spot:
UNIFOR Trades Exploration Workshop Registration – Fill out form

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17 hours ago

Are you a woman 55+ looking for local resources and support? 💛

Join us for Community Resources for Seniors, a free educational session hosted by the Bridges to Community Program for women 55+.

Our guest speaker is Bonnie Pakuta from the Council on Aging Windsor-Essex County.

📅 Wednesday, November 18th
🕐 Starts at 1 PM
📍 647 Ouellette Ave, L.E.A.D. Office classroom
☕ Light refreshments to follow

Register to attend the session by contacting Michele Sharp at (226) 773-5727 or micheles@westofwindsor.com.

Funded by the Government of Ontario.

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21 hours ago

📣 JOB FAIR ALERT! 💼

Looking for a new opportunity? Join us at WEST for our Job Fair with The Job Shoppe!

📅 This Friday (November 6th)
⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM
📍 WEST Office – Unti 5, 3015 Howard Avenue, Windsor
Explore the Printing Production Associate position plus other opportunities!

📝 Bring your resume and come see what’s available!

📲 Scan the QR code to register!

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