Shift Change: Building Security for Women in the Trades and Utilities

The purpose of the Women’s Program is to advance equality for women in Canada by working to address or remove systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement. The WP supports the Government of Canada’s goal of advancing gender equality in Canada. It is consistent with Government of Canada priorities related to economic prosperity, and supports Canada’s international commitments related to gender equality. This 38-month project will increase women’s economic security by addressing systemic barriers to women’s inclusion in well-paid non-traditional sectors (trades and utilities). Main activities include working with NS Power to review and modify hiring practices, designing and delivering training for managers, developing internal mentorship programs, and conducting a comprehensive review of remuneration and HR practices. Project results will be shared with other sectors in which women are under-represented. The additional funding will allow the undertaking of a second round of Gender Inclusive Leadership pilot training with the larger industry employers that were not able to participate during the first round because of restrictions surrounding COVID-19.

Eligibility

Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.