Women Empowerment Program
- Supporting Women Toward Economic Independence & Leadership
Our Women Development Program empowers women with the skills, resources, connections and opportunities they need to achieve greater independence, personal growth and economic well-being.
We support women from diverse backgrounds, particularly those facing social and economic barriers, by creating pathways to education, employment, entrepreneurship, leadership and essential community services.
What We Focus On
Economic Security & Employment
Supporting women toward greater economic independence through employment readiness, career development, skills training, job referrals and connections to education and workforce opportunities.
Entrepreneurship & Financial Empowerment
Helping women develop financial knowledge, explore entrepreneurship and connect with business development, mentorship and economic opportunities.
Leadership & Decision-Making
Building women's confidence, leadership skills, networks and capacity to have their voices heard and participate meaningfully in community leadership and decision-making.
Mentorship & Skills Development
Connecting women with mentorship, practical learning, professional development, digital skills and networks that can support their personal and professional growth.
- Wraparound & Barrier-Reduction Support
Recognizing that economic independence can be affected by multiple challenges, BOCS connects participants with appropriate community resources related to:
- Childcare
- Housing
- Food security and nutritious meals
- Mental health and wellness
- Newcomer and settlement services
- Employment
- Education and training
- Other essential community supports
Advancing Equality by Removing Barriers
Our mission is to create an inclusive and supportive environment where women can overcome barriers, access opportunities and build stronger futures for themselves and their families.
Through education, mentorship, skills development, referrals and community partnerships, we help women move toward greater confidence, independence and meaningful participation in their communities.
- Support Us
Who We Support
Her Power, Her Future is intended to support women facing barriers to economic and social participation, including:
Newcomer & Immigrant Women • Low-Income Women • Single Mothers • Racialized Women • Women Re-entering the Workforce • Unemployed & Underemployed Women • Aspiring Entrepreneurs • Women Seeking Leadership Opportunities
What We Aim to Achieve
Through Her Power, Her Future, BOCS aims to:
- Strengthen women's economic security and independence
- Increase employment and skills-development opportunities
- Improve financial knowledge and confidence
- Create pathways to entrepreneurship
- Increase women's leadership and decision-making participation
- Strengthen mentorship and professional networks
- Reduce barriers to essential services and opportunities
- Increase community participation and social inclusion
- Amplify women's voices and lived experiences
- Build stronger and more equitable communities
Our Approach
Equity-Centred • Intersectional • Inclusive • Culturally Responsive • Collaborative • Community-Based • Barrier-Reducing • Outcomes-Focused
Our Vision
We envision communities where women have equitable access to the resources, opportunities, networks and support they need to achieve greater economic independence, exercise leadership and participate fully and meaningfully in society.
Empowered Women. Stronger Families. More Equitable Communities.
