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WE-Hub (Women鈥檚 Entrepreneurship Hub)

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WE-Hub is a program designed to provide a holistic approach to entrepreneurship training.  WE-Hub provides participants with entrepreneurship training, business mentorship, low-risk market testing opportunities, networking and wraparound supports, all provided in a single 鈥榟ub鈥�.  

Since 2018, over 475 participants have received training through WE-Hub and over 150 businesses were launched or grown. 

WE-Hub is facilitated by 自淫系列's TRSM Diversity Institute (opens in new window)  and , and is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services.

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Program Structure

Entrepreneurship Training

The WE-Hub training curriculum is designed to establish a foundation for successful business ownership.

The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is the core of the training providing participants with the understanding of how to develop a clear and thoughtfully designed business with the guidance of an expert instructor.

The curriculum also provides training in other entrepreneurship essentials including:

  • Social Media 
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Business Taxes & Accounting
  • Small Business Law
  • AI & Digital Tools
  • and more

Business Mentorship

Participants are able to access experienced business mentors who can provide customized guidance, advice and support.

Some of the topics covered by our mentors include:

  • Business Development
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Website Development
  • Social Media Marketing
  • AI & Digital Tools for Entrepreneurs
  • Product Development

Other Supports

Market Testing

WE-Hub provides participants with opportunities to test out their business in a risk-controlled environment including opportunities to participate in pop-up markets and showcase events, such as experiential learning opportunity to enable them to develop their business from this experience. 

Networking Opportunities

Ongoing networking events are offered throughout the duration of programming. Participants have the opportunity to enhance their networking skills through these events by engaging with peers as well as industry professionals. 

Wraparound Supports

WE-Hub provides participants with information and referrals to community resources, including counselling services, employment support, housing support, newcomer settlement support and additional services as needed. Additionally, the program provides participants with resources for funding, coworking spaces, small business support and other entrepreneurial support as needed.

WE-Hub also supports participants with free on-site childminding during in-person programming, as well as transit fares (TTC) to access programming.