Everyone deserves the chance to work, grow, and belong.
Equal Opportunities West empowers adults with disabilities across Winnipeg through meaningful employment, skill-building, and community — because ability, not disability, defines what a person can achieve.
Ability, not disability, defines what a person can achieve.
- Serving Winnipeg since
- 1979
- Adults in our programs
- 89
- Pounds of e-waste recycled in 2018
- 300,000+
- Dedicated employees
- 29
Serving Winnipeg since
Adults in our programs
Pounds of e-waste recycled in 2018
Dedicated employees
“Equal Opportunities West will be a vocal, innovative force advocating for adults with disabilities. We will empower the people we support in the realization of their dreams and goals. We promote an inclusive community where people with disabilities are treated with respect and dignity.”
Programs that open doors
From paid work in our e-waste depot to supported employment and life skills, every program is built around individual choice, dignity, and real opportunity.
Supported Employment
Free help finding and keeping meaningful work — resumes, applications, interviews, and on-the-job support.
Learn moreEntrepreneurs with Disabilities (EDP)
One-to-one business consultation and mentorship for people with disabilities starting or growing a business.
Learn moreDay Programs
Recreation, fitness, and social activities that build friendship, confidence, and life skills.
Learn moreThe Kitchen
A lunch and life-skills program teaching nutrition, cooking, and the confidence that leads to jobs in food service.
Learn moreE-waste & Recycling
A certified EPRA depot keeping electronics out of landfills while creating paid, meaningful work.
Learn moreComputer Refurbishment
Participants rebuild donated computers for the in-house lab and for other organizations.
Learn more
“Since becoming part of Equal Opportunities West, Richard has become a happy, helpful worker — learning new skills, earning a paycheque, and doing work that matters.”
Richard is one of dozens of adults who have found purpose, friendship, and independence through our programs.
We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals
Join a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of adults with disabilities across Winnipeg.