YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton Advancing Gender Equity

Canada’s next Federal Budget must invest in both physical and social infrastructure.In our submission to the Government ...
09/02/2026

Canada’s next Federal Budget must invest in both physical and social infrastructure.

In our submission to the Government of Canada’s Budget 2027 consultations, YWCA Hamilton is calling for strategic investments in three areas:

Housing – Building the physical and social infrastructure people need to be safe, stable and housed.

Child Care – Investing in the infrastructure that enables women and families to participate fully in the economy.

Emerging Technology – So women and communities can participate in and benefit from a changing economy.

Physical infrastructure creates the foundation. Social infrastructure makes it work.

Click the link below to read the full budget submission.
https://ywcahamilton.org/about/advocacy #:~:text=%C2%A0%E2%80%8BGovernment%20Submissions%202026/27

When someone reaches out for help, they deserve support that's easy to access and centred on their needs. That's why YW...
08/27/2026

When someone reaches out for help, they deserve support that's easy to access and centred on their needs.

That's why YWCA Hamilton launched the Safety and Support Hub in 2025. This space is where survivors of gender-based violence can connect with the care and resources they need, all in one place.

This year, 982 survivors accessed support through the Hub, while families and youth also took part in programs that strengthen relationships and help build safer communities.

Click the link below to read our 2025–2026 Impact Report and learn more about the impact we’re making together.
https://www.flipsnack.com/CB89E9CC5A8/ywcahamilton-25-26-impactreport-web

Ready to try something new and get hands-on experience? Register for YWCA Hamilton’s Construction Craft Worker Program! ...
08/26/2026

Ready to try something new and get hands-on experience?

Register for YWCA Hamilton’s Construction Craft Worker Program! This program gives women and gender-diverse individuals the chance to gain practical construction skills, learn about different areas of construction, and build skills that can help you get started in the industry. The program also includes help finding a paid placement for up to 12 weeks.

Want to learn more? Click the link below and see where this program could take you!

https://www.cognitoforms.com/YWCAHamilton1/YWCAHamiltonEntryToConstructionCraftWorkerProgramForWomenAndGenderDiverse

Opportunity changes lives. This year, 3,472 women entrepreneurs received support through YWCA Hamilton’s entrepreneursh...
08/24/2026

Opportunity changes lives.

This year, 3,472 women entrepreneurs received support through YWCA Hamilton’s entrepreneurship programs, while women, youth, and community members accessed employment programs, skills training, and career supports to help them reach their goals.

Every success story starts with an opportunity.

Click the link below to see how your support is helping people build brighter futures in our 2025–2026 Impact Report.
https://www.flipsnack.com/CB89E9CC5A8/ywcahamilton-25-26-impactreport-web

Losing a job can be challenging, but it can also be the beginning of a new opportunity.FUTURE VISION is a no-cost reskil...
08/21/2026

Losing a job can be challenging, but it can also be the beginning of a new opportunity.

FUTURE VISION is a no-cost reskilling program funded by the Government of Canada’s Community Workforce Development Program, designed to help women and gender-diverse individuals impacted by layoffs gain new skills, build confidence, and connect with new career opportunities.

Join YWCA Hamilton for an online information session to learn more about the program and how it can support your next career step.

Through FUTURE VISION, participants can access:
• Industry-aligned training in high-demand career pathways
• Career coaching and employment supports
• Connections to employers and work opportunities

Training streams include:
• Project Management Professional Training
• Business Analysis
• Digital Transformation with Applied AI

Register for our upcoming information session to learn about eligibility, available supports, the application process, and what to expect from the program.

Information Session Date: August 25
Time: 1:30–2:30 PM

Register for our information session today: https://ow.ly/200H50ZC1PI

We are hiring for multiple positions in our kitchen, including Sous Chef, Part-time Kitchen Helper, and Relief Kitchen H...
08/20/2026

We are hiring for multiple positions in our kitchen, including Sous Chef, Part-time Kitchen Helper, and Relief Kitchen Helper.

If you are passionate about food and making a positive impact in the lives of women, children and gender-diverse people, we would love for you to join our team. For more information, visit https://ywcahamilton.easyapply.co/

This year, YWCA Hamilton supported women, gender-diverse people and families with safe shelter, transitional housing, an...
08/20/2026

This year, YWCA Hamilton supported women, gender-diverse people and families with safe shelter, transitional housing, and the resources they need to move toward stability and permanent housing.

We celebrated a major milestone by breaking ground on The Oakwood Project, which will feature 84 units of safe and supportive housing and wraparound supports when it opens in 2027.

From meeting urgent needs today to building for tomorrow, we're addressing the housing crisis with real solutions.

Click the link below to read our 2025–2026 Impact Report to see the impact your support is making across our community.
https://www.flipsnack.com/CB89E9CC5A8/ywcahamilton-25-26-impactreport-web

UPDATE- Power has been fully restored to Central Public school and summer camp will resume tomorrow, Wednesday, August 1...
08/18/2026

UPDATE- Power has been fully restored to Central Public school and summer camp will resume tomorrow, Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Please note, due to a power outage, summer camp at Central Public school will be closed today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026. All other YWCA child care and summer camp programs will remain open.

We will monitor the situation throughout the day and update families when power is restored. Thank you for your understanding.

Access to affordable childcare changes lives! This year, YWCA Hamilton expanded childcare access by opening three new ...
08/17/2026

Access to affordable childcare changes lives!

This year, YWCA Hamilton expanded childcare access by opening three new centres, growing existing programs, and providing services for 538 children across Hamilton and Haldimand County.

When children have a safe place to learn and grow caregivers can pursue education, careers, and new opportunities.

Together, we're helping build a stronger, more equitable future for families in our community.

Read more in the full 2025-2026 Impact Report here: https://www.flipsnack.com/CB89E9CC5A8/ywcahamilton-25-26-impactreport-web

Our Future is in Focus, and it is already taking shape with the work we do today! Over the past year, YWCA Hamilton s...
08/13/2026

Our Future is in Focus, and it is already taking shape with the work we do today!

Over the past year, YWCA Hamilton supported 12000 people with programs and services. From child care to housing to employment support, we are working to advance gender equity across our communities.

Many people have made this impact possible. You can learn how by reading the full report.

Read our full 2025-2026 Impact Report here: https://ow.ly/hWl550ZyYQa

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