The growing number of women in Toronto without good jobs is a major factor contributing to the increase in women experiencing homelessness.

Fred Victor’s Women’s Bakery is a transformative space for women and gender-diverse people seeking empowering training and employment opportunities. Working alongside professional bakers and facilitators, participants gain practical and transferable skills while overcoming barriers to employment, such as lack of work experience, childcare challenges, housing instability, and more.

This program not only provides hands-on training and support but also fosters employability and entrepreneurship, equipping participants with the tools they need for upward mobility and improved life circumstances. Through a structured approach, the Women’s Bakery helps participants build a foundation for a brighter future.

Program Highlights:

• Two Phases: The program begins with three months of classes, including hands-on baking training, site visits, and guest speakers. This is followed by paid on-the-job placements, preparing 24 women for improved income, health, and housing.
• Holistic Support: Participants receive guidance in addressing personal barriers such as low education levels, English as a second language, and mental health challenges.
• Real-World Experience: The training includes seasonal cookie sales at farmer’s markets and other locations across the city, offering participants real-world experience in baking and sales.

By using baking as a tool, the program fosters employability and entrepreneurship, helping women gain the skills they need to succeed in the working world.

Want to apply? Contact us at (416) 364-8986 or ets.info@fredvictor.org

Fred Victor gratefully recognizes the following supporters of Women’s Bakery:

Lead Donor

Supporting Donor