Ontario

Women Building Futures offers free skilled trades training and career support for women and gender-diverse individuals in Ontario. We help break down barriers to employment and connect participants with real job opportunities in construction, automotive, and more.

Welcome to WBF in Ontario

At Women Building Futures, our mission is fostering economic security for women and gender-diverse individuals. Through free pre-apprenticeship programs, employment readiness workshops, and strong employer partnerships, we help individuals explore, prepare for, and succeed in trades careers that pay above a living wage. Whether you’re a woman exploring next steps, an employer seeking to diversify your workforce, or a community organization supporting underrepresented groups, WBF is here to help build futures. 

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Employment Readiness Workshops

We offer a series of free, online and in-person workshops that provide an opportunity for you to plan and prepare for your new career path.

Workshops cover topics including:

  • Foundational Math
  • Career Exploration
  • Personal Development
  • Money Talks (money management)

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Training Programs

Our programs are industry recognized and provide you with the skills to succeed in your new career.

Programs include training in:

  • Hard Skills
  • Soft Skills
  • Safety Certifications
  • Industry Awareness

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Employers, Donors and Community Partners

We believe that strong partnerships are the foundation of fostering a diverse, passionate, and skilled workforce. By collaborating with employers, unions, training providers, Indigenous communities, community organizations and social agencies, we create meaningful pathways for women and gender-diverse individuals to enter and succeed in the skilled trades.

Whether you’re looking to hire skilled talent, financially support inclusive training opportunities, or help shape the future of the workforce, we invite you to join us in building a more diverse and resilient skilled trades sector. 

To learn more about partnership opportunities, reach out today! We’d love to meet you.

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Work Proud Inclusivity Training

Work Proud Inclusivity Training workshops provide companies and organizations with the insight and tools to create more engaged, safe and inclusive workplaces.  

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