
April 1, 2017 JobStart launched the Women Gaining Ground (WGG) program, funded by United Way Toronto & York Region. This program is to provide Immigrant and Refugee Women who are 16 years of age and older, born outside of Canada and currently unemployed/underemployed, with the essential tools, knowledge and training to help them gain employment and develop lifelong empowerment. Key components of the program include:
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Integrated two-week employment readiness workshops (life skills, employability, and self-care)
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Solution focused 1:1 employment counselling
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Career exploration and development of SMART action plans
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FREE workplace skills training and certifications
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Job placements/internships leading to employment
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Support in gaining higher education and upgrading skills
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Post program support
For more information on the Women Gaining Ground (WGG) program, contact 416-231-2295 ext. 6246.