Bridge to Employment for Women

 Bridge to Employment for Women (BEW)

A Free Women's Only Employment Skills Enhancement and Capacity Building Education & In Demand Co-op Placement Program for Peel Region


Registration is now open for May 13th 2024!

We encourage all women to register now to secure her spot as space is limited!

Registration link below

https://www.miag.ca/bridge-to-employment-for-women-registration-form

Kerri holds degrees in Nutrition as well as Homeopathic Medicine Health Sciences. Her primary focus on women’s health and development has always been part of her private practice and her passion for empowerment and community development led her to the non-profit sector. At MIAG for over 5 years Kerri brings her knowledge, experience, and expertise to various organizational programming’s. Her professional certification in Personality Dimensions brings innovative diversity and inclusion trainings to the corporate and non-profit sector through MIAG’s Training Unit.

Sangeeta Raina brings over 15 years of dedicated experience in advocating for women and gender equity, with expertise in marginalized populations. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Adult Education, understanding multifaceted barriers to employment, education, and well-being. Sangeeta firmly believes in each individual's unique talent and the need for inclusion, respect, and value. Her unwavering dedication actively promotes empowerment through experiential learning, contributing to a more equitable world for women and communities.

The Bridge to Employment for Women program in Peel is designed to prepare women with the necessary employment skills for the Canadian job market.


The BEW program combines 4 weeks of skills enhancement and capacity building hybrid (online and in person) learnings with an 8 week career developing (in person) co-op placement.


Through interactive team building “break out rooms”, inclusive discussions and empowering leadership presentations, this program takes a holistic approach to career development where women can come together to learn about areas of job search and employment in ways that enhance and develop confidence and skills.


Co-op placements give women Canadian work experience by connecting them to areas of employment based on interest, skill set, experience, education and industry demand. Areas have included but not limited to: IT, hospitality, finance, human resources, health/wellness and design


The Bridge to Employment for Women includes in its approach: networking events as well as one to one mentorship for the participants. Wrap around supports available include programs specializing in: Mental health and Wellness, Parenting, as well as Exercise and Healthy Lifestyle.


Program acceptance requirements include:

Pre program questionnaire

Admissions meeting with Project Coordinator

Region of Peel resident (Mississauga, Brampton or Caledon)

Currently not employed

Commitment to 4 weeks of online and in person classes (4 weeks, M-Th 10am-12pm)

Commitment to 8 weeks of in person co-op placement (8 weeks, M-Th 9am-3pm)

Women only regardless of status


For any questions regarding the program or admission requirements please contact

Project Coordinator:

Kerri Lambie

Email: kerri@miag.ca

Phone 416 710 1271

Testimonials From Our Participants

"Thank you very much for doing an amazing job administering this great program, I have been learning a lot and doing a lot of self-reflection. It has been wonderful to listen to the other ladies share their views and experiences. Though we all have different life experiences, it was nice to realize that everyone had something to say that resonated with me and that I could truly relate to. It is very nice to have this group for support and to learn from each other." A.B


"Thank you so much for your very valuable training. I really enjoyed and learned a lot this week. I feel positive and excited about moving forward with the program." N.B


"I am sure this program will give me the skills to find a job in the area I want to be in. I am excited for this new journey for me" E.L


"I just started a new job today!. I just wanted to say Thank you for the opportunity to have joined the program. It has helped me a lot" M.H


"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and team MIAG for conducting the BEW program and bridging the career gap for many of us ladies and helping us in our professional development.

I wanted to inform you that I've started my Co-op!

I'm really excited to start this new journey and finally enter the workforce after nearly a gap of 8 years. 

A big shout out 🙌 to the entire team of MIAG for all the wonderful work that you all are doing and bringing a positive change in so many lives.

Here's wishing you lots of good luck for all your future endeavors.

I would be happy to assist in any possible way should you need my help in the future.

Looking forward to keeping in touch" G.T


Registration Information

For questions please contact Kerri Lambie:

kerri@miag.ca or by phone at 416 710 1271.


All registered women will be invited to participate in an online meeting prior to the start of the program.



For more information please contact the Project Coordinator, Kerri Lambie

(E)kerri@miag.ca (P)416 710 1271


**MIAG Centre for Diverse Women & Families as well as the Bridge to Employment for Women, gratefully acknowledge the generous financial support of the United Way Greater Toronto**


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