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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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WEST is honoured to be nominated for the 2026 Outstanding Business or Corporation Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Canada South Chapter, as part of National Philanthropy Day.

This recognition reflects our commitment to the Windsor-Essex community and the partners, supporters and women who make our work possible.

Thank you to AFP Canada South Chapter for the nomination, and congratulations to all of this year’s nominees.

We look forward to celebrating with the community on November 14.

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The Empowering Women for Employment Program would like to thank our Executive Director, Rose Anguiano Hurst, for sharing her inspirational success story with us.

Thinking about joining the EWE Program? Reach out to Kai Grosse at kaig@westofwindsor.com.

You’re capable. You’re worth investing in. You’re ready.

#WestWindsor #Womenempowerment #Newcomerwomen #WindsorEssex #Womensupportingwomen
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Already registered in a Red Seal trade? You don’t have to navigate your apprenticeship alone.

WEST is accepting applications for SMART for Women!

This program is designed to support apprentices as they build skills, confidence and momentum throughout their apprenticeship.

Get support along the way plus access to industry-recognized micro-credentials in skills employers are looking for right now.

Your apprenticeship is already underway.
Let WEST help you take the next step.

Click the link in bio to fill out the form today or contact Sergio for more information.

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