Empowering Women and Families Since 1974
About Us
At the Working Women Community Centre, we are proud to have served women and their families in Toronto for over 50 years. Since our inception in 1974, we have supported an estimated 500,000 people through our three locations across the Greater Toronto Area. Our comprehensive range of services includes counseling, women’s services, language instruction, educational support, and food security programs, all delivered by our caring and knowledgeable staff and dedicated volunteers. We strive to create a welcoming environment where women can find the resources and supports they need to thrive and build strong, connected communities.
Our Impact
WWCC delivers integrated services that help women and their families to build stability, strengthen capacity, and actively contribute to their communities—because when women thrive, families, communities, and society flourish
17K+
People Assisted

12K+
Women Supported
9,160
hours donated by 286 amazing volunteers
8K+
Newcomers supported in building their new lives in Toronto
877
Children increased their skills through educational programs
1,800
People improved their food security
4K+
People increase their sense of belonging to the community
1,450
Women helped through specialized services including domestic violence prevention
3.7K
People helped through wellness programs that burture healthier families
Our Mission
& Vision
To provide women with opportunities to improve their quality of life through self-development and community action.
Our Core Values
Diversity
We are as diverse as the communities we serve, offering services in over 25 languages.
Self-Development
We encourage our clients to achieve economic well-being through access to our skills-training, leadership development and education programs.
Inclusion
We advocate for our clients’ rights to economic, social, cultural and political inclusion, promoting full and equal participation in their communities and Canadian life.
Compassion & Respect
We deliver our programs and services without judgment, based on a dignity model that demonstrates compassion and respect for all clients.
Community
We believe that the opportunity for newcomers to participate in their own communities leads to a deeper sense of belonging and easier adjustment to Canadian life.
Our Board
The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
Directors are elected annually, and oversee the financial health and strategic direction of the agency. Meetings take place on a monthly basis.
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Mariette Matos – President Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Lia Whyte - Treasurer Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Julie Davidson – Secretary Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Noemi Chanda Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Emily Chiu
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Rozana Khalil Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Lechin Lu Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Karen Sun Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Sherry Bagnato Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Laura Penalosa Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Christal Huang Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
WORKING WOMEN COMMUNITY CENTRE