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Organization: Up With Women  
Phone Numbers: 647-362-4997
Email: contact@upwithwomen.org
Website: upwithwomen.org
Hours:
  Service
Mon9am-5pm

Executives: Lia Grimanis - Founder and CEO
Service Description: National charity that supports women and people of diverse gender identities in achieving sustainable poverty alleviation and realizing their full potential * structured, trauma-informed coaching program to build a sustainable pathway out of poverty * professional and personal skill development delivered to women and gender-diverse individuals experiencing low-income

Areas Served: 
  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • British Columbia
  • Alberta
  • Nova Scotia 

Fees: None
Application: Visit the website for an Application
Eligibility / Target Population: Women and people of diverse gender identities aged 18 and older with low incomes
Languages: English * French
Area Served:
Canada  

This information was last completely updated on June 5, 2026

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"About Us"
Up With Women/Exponenti’elles (UWW/EXP) is a national charity that supports women and people of diverse gender identities in achieving sustainable poverty alleviation and realizing their full potential. Through a structured, trauma-informed coaching program delivered by trained volunteer coaches, clients work one-on-one with a dedicated coach for up to 11 months to develop and achieve their professional and personal goals. Workshops are offered on a variety of relevant topics to support skill development and build participants’ confidence. Additionally, through our partnership with GreenShield Cares, all clients receive 5 hours of free individual therapy per year with a licensed mental health professional.