Women Building Futures

Women Building Futures (WBF) is a non-profit organisation based in Edmonton, Alberta, that provides free skills training and career support to women and gender-diverse individuals seeking work in the skilled trades and transportation industries. Its programmes cover construction trades, driver training, heavy equipment operation, heavy equipment technology and power engineering, with the aim of preparing participants for sustainable, well-paying careers.

The flagship Journey to Trades programme is a 17-week introductory construction trades course that readies participants for entry-level roles in construction. Alongside classroom and hands-on training, WBF delivers support services intended to help participants complete their studies and enter the workforce: success coaching, housing assistance, guidance on financial aid, indigenous services, and ongoing alumni support.

For employers, WBF runs an Employer of Choice programme that connects its trained graduates with companies committed to inclusive workplaces. The organisation serves applicants, current students, alumni and employers, and operates from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.