Project Future Vision - YWCA Hamilton

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FutureVision: Rebuild Your Career with Confidence

Losing a job can be challenging, but it can also be the beginning of a new opportunity. FUTURE VISION is a workforce development program designed to support women and gender-diverse individuals who have been impacted by layoffs. Through industry-focused training, career coaching, and employment supports, participants gain the skills, confidence, and connections needed to successfully transition into new and emerging careers.

WHAT YOU’LL RECIEVE:
Participants in FUTURE VISION will benefit from:

Industry-aligned training in high-demand career pathways
One-on-one career coaching and employment support
Resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile development
Networking and mentorship opportunities
Access to employer connections and hiring opportunities
Wraparound supports to help remove barriers to participation
A completion bonus upon successful completion of program requirements

Priority consideration is currently being provided to individuals affected by workforce restructuring and layoffs, including those impacted by recent changes at Mohawk College and other public sector organizations. Limited spaces may be available for additional eligible participants.

FUTURE VISION offers three specialized career pathways designed to help you develop in-demand skills, explore new opportunities, and confidently transition into your next career.

Project Management Professional Training

Develop the skills needed to plan, coordinate, and lead projects successfully. This stream is ideal for individuals transitioning into administrative, supervisory, team lead, coordinator or management roles, as well as professionals looking to strengthen their organizational and leadership capabilities.

Participants will learn:

Project planning and scheduling
Resource coordination and risk management
Stakeholder communication
Agile project management approaches
Project execution, monitoring, and evaluation

No previous project management experience is required.

**NOTE: This program will not result in PMP certification; but is a training program to start you on the pathway towards certification.

Business Analyst

Learn how to identify business needs, solve organizational challenges, and support decision-making through effective analysis. This stream is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in business analysis or professionals seeking to expand their skills in operations, administration, or project-based roles.

Participants will learn:

Stakeholder engagement techniques
Requirements gathering and documentation
Data analysis and interpretation
Process mapping and modelling
Business problem-solving methodologies

Through a hands-on case study, participants will apply their real-world business scenarios and build practical experience throughout the program.

Digital Transformation & Applied AI

Discover how digital technologies, automation, and artificial intelligence are reshaping today's workplace. This stream is designed for professionals who want to work more efficiently, contribute to innovation, and confidently navigate an increasingly digital world.

Participants will explore:

Practical AI tools and workplace applications
Workflow automation and productivity strategies
Data-informed decision-making
Cybersecurity fundamentals
Lending and supporting digital change initiatives

No technical background is required. By the end of the program, participants will have the knowledge and confidence to leverage technology, drive improvement, and thrive in the future of work.

Have Questions About Future Vision?

Join our next online information session to learn more about the program, eligibility, training pathways, and supports available.

August 25 | 1:30–2:30 PM
Online via Zoom (link with be sent when registration form is submitted.)

Interested in Reskilling with Future Vision?

Join our online information session to learn about the program, training pathways, and career supports.
August 25 | 1:30–2:00 PM | Zoom

FREE TAX CLINIC

The YWCA Hamilton MakerSpace is hosting a FREE TAX CLINIC!
August 19th, 2026 | 10:00am to 2:00pm
52 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton ON MarkerSpace Room 1-22
*NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY*

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book a team building workshop

Looking for something fun, creative, and hands-on? Our Makerspace workshops are now open to everyone, individuals, friends, teams, and community groups.

EXPLORE WORKSHOPS

Hours of Operation

Please note, we are closed daily for lunch 12:00pm to 1:00pm

9:00am to 10:00am

Drop-in Hour

10:00am to 12:00pm

Booked Appointments

1:00pm to 3:00pm

Booked Appointments*

3:00pm to 4:00pm

Drop-in Hour

Interested in Reskilling with Future Vision?

Join our online information session to learn about the program, training pathways, and career supports.
August 25 | 1:30–2:00 PM | Zoom

FREE TAX CLINIC

The YWCA Hamilton MakerSpace is hosting a FREE TAX CLINIC!
August 19th, 2026 | 10:00am to 2:00pm
52 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton ON MarkerSpace Room 1-22
*NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY*

LEARN MORE

book a team building workshop

Looking for something fun, creative, and hands-on? Our Makerspace workshops are now open to everyone, individuals, friends, teams, and community groups.

EXPLORE WORKSHOPS

Hours of Operation

Please note, we are closed daily for lunch 12:00pm to 1:00pm

9:00am to 10:00am

Drop-in Hour

10:00am to 12:00pm

Booked Appointments

1:00pm to 3:00pm

Booked Appointments*

3:00pm to 4:00pm

Drop-in Hour