Canadian Association of Women in Construction

What Canadian Association of Women in Construction does

The Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) is a federally incorporated Canadian not-for-profit association founded in 2005 (with roots as the Toronto Chapter of NAWIC dating to 1982) that operates as the self-identified national voice for women in Canada's construction industry. The organization serves two primary customer groups: individual women working in or entering the construction industry (including trades, project management, design, engineering, real estate, and leadership roles) and corporate members (construction employers, suppliers, and industry organizations). It also extends service to students in construction-related post-secondary programs via a free non-voting membership and to peer associations via an affiliate membership tier. CAWIC is headquartered in Toronto at 180 Attwell Drive and is staffed by three professionals led by an Executive Director, with governance provided by an elected Board of Directors drawn from major construction employers.

CAWIC's business model is membership-based and non-profit. Revenue is generated primarily through tiered corporate memberships (Gold $5,000, Silver $3,000, Bronze $1,000 CAD annually), individual memberships ($150), and affiliate association memberships ($750), supplemented by event and conference fees (annual national conference, regional bonspiels, summer socials, Coffee & Connections, webinars), advertising in the triannual Women Build Canada magazine and the CAWIC eNews newsletter, bursary sponsorships, and restricted government grants. The organization delivers a portfolio of programs including a Bursary Program (supporting 90+ women since 2005), a Mentorship Program (pilot launched 2026), an annual Awards of Excellence program, a career board, and the Vision 2035 advocacy initiative targeting 35% women's representation in construction by 2035.

The technology profile is intentionally minimal: CAWIC is not a technology company. Its digital footprint consists of a WordPress-based website (cawic.ca), email newsletters, social media presence on Facebook/Instagram/LinkedIn, and a member login portal. It is PIPEDA-compliant on personal information handling. The organization's competitive moat is rooted in its community ecosystem and incumbent brand position as the only pan-Canadian association dedicated to women in construction, supported by a national roster of Gold corporate members (Home Depot Canada, United Rentals, Ledcor, PCL Construction, EllisDon, Bird Construction, Aecon) and provincial government engagement via workforce-training funding.

Name

Canadian Association of Women in Construction

Legal name

Canadian Association of Women in Construction

Website

https://cawic.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CAWIC is a Canadian not-for-profit association that supports and advocates for women in the construction industry through tiered corporate and individual memberships, mentorship, bursaries, events, and the Vision 2035 workforce-representation campaign, serving individuals, construction employers, and students nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Industry Association

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business Associations (813910), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Federated Giving Organizations (e.g., United Way-type) (BPAGAKAG)

Keywords

• Women in construction
• Construction industry association
• Professional mentorship programs
• Corporate membership services
• Construction industry advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: CAWIC generates primary revenue through tiered corporate and individual membership fees. Corporate tiers (Gold $5,000, Silver $3,000, Bronze $1,000) and individual memberships ($150) provide recurring annual revenue with varying benefits and voting rights.
2. Events and Conferences: Revenue generated from annual conferences, bonspiels, summer socials, coffee and connections events, and professional development workshops. Includes sponsorship, exhibitor fees, and registration fees.
3. Advertising and Magazine: Revenue from advertising in the Women Build Canada magazine (published three times annually) and CAWIC eNews newsletter.
4. Bursary Sponsorship: Corporate partners sponsor bursaries for women in construction education. Partners receive recognition and visibility in exchange for funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

CAWIC is a not-for-profit national membership association that connects, supports, and advocates for women working in Canada's construction industry. It sells tiered corporate memberships (Gold/Silver/Bronze), individual memberships, affiliate association memberships, and free student memberships, and delivers programs including mentorship, an annual bursary program, a national conference, the Women Building Canada magazine, the CAWIC eNews newsletter, an awards program, and a career board.

Product overview

CAWIC is a national not-for-profit association that provides a comprehensive portfolio of membership-based services and programs to advance women in Canada's construction industry. The core offerings include individual, corporate (Gold/Silver/Bronze tiers), affiliate association, and student memberships; a mentorship program; annual national conference; Women Building Canada Magazine (published triannually); CAWIC eNews newsletter; Awards of Excellence program; and a bursary program that has supported over 90 women since 2005. CAWIC also operates the Vision 2035 initiative targeting 35% women's representation in construction by 2035, and maintains a career board for member job postings. The organization was incorporated on October 13, 2005, and maintains affiliation with NAWIC (U.S.-based National Association of Women in Construction).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Membership Voting membership priced at $150 CAD + HST annually for professionals at any stage of their construction career, providing networking, professional development, mentorship access, website listing, and inclusion in the membership directory.
• Corporate Membership Program Tiered corporate membership for construction industry employers with Gold ($5,000), Silver ($3,000), and Bronze ($1,000) annual tiers providing voting memberships, job postings, mentorship access, event sponsorship priority, and marketing benefits.
• Affiliate Association Membership Membership for industry associations with similar goals for women in construction, priced at $750 CAD + HST annually, covering five paid non-profit association employees and including member pricing, free webinars, logo placement, and career center access.
• Student Membership Free non-voting membership for students with valid student cards and school emails, providing access to educational resources, event discounts, leadership training, bursary program eligibility, career center postings, and mentorship access.
• CAWIC Bursary Program Annual educational bursary program awarding $2,000 to women in construction-related programs, with corporate partners sponsoring the bursaries in exchange for recognition and visibility.
• CAWIC Mentorship Program Pilot mentorship program connecting experienced construction professionals with emerging talent to support career navigation, knowledge sharing, and professional growth, provided at no cost to CAWIC members.
• CAWIC Annual National Conference Annual national conference bringing together women in construction for keynotes, breakout sessions, networking, and the Awards of Excellence, with registration fees including sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. The 2026 conference 'Tools for Transformation' is scheduled for September 15-17 in Calgary at The Westin Calgary Airport.
• Women Building Canada Magazine National magazine spotlighting women's leadership, industry insights, and momentum driving change across Canada's construction sector, published three times annually and available for advertising.
• CAWIC eNews (CAWIC Connects) Monthly electronic newsletter providing updates on association news, events, industry developments, and member highlights, available for advertising placement.
• CAWIC Awards of Excellence Program

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 90 women supported through bursary program since 2005
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and moderate.

• NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction)coreOthersCAWIC maintains an ongoing affiliation with NAWIC, which operates from its head office in Texas. CAWIC's history began in 1982 as the Toronto Chapter of NAWIC. In October 2005, CAWIC separated from NAWIC to launch a Canadian independent association but continues to maintain its affiliation with the U.S.-based organization.
• OGCA (Ontario General Contractors Association)minorOthersCAWIC's office is co-located with OGCA at 180 Attwell Drive, Suite 280, Toronto, Ontario.
• Bursary Program PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate sponsors partner with CAWIC's bursary program to support women pursuing construction education. Partners contribute funding in exchange for recognition and visibility. The program has helped more than 90 women since 2005. CAWIC invites organizations to sponsor bursaries by contacting [email protected].
• Gold Corporate Members (Home Depot, United Rentals, Ledcor, Colas Canada, Flynn, HUB International, MARANT, Maxan Interior Systems, OpenCircle, Power Line Plus, Ramudden Global, Cooper Equipment)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerGold tier corporate members pay $5,000 annually and receive sponsor recognition, priority event access, logo placement on CAWIC website and events, and various marketing benefits. These partners demonstrate commitment to advancing women in construction.
• Silver Corporate Members (Bird, Black & McDonald, Clark Construction Management, Dean Chandler Roofing, Dufferin Construction, EllisDon, ESFL, GIP, Govan Brown, Mark's Commercial, Maple Reinders, Masters Insurance, NPL Canada, Nusens, Onside Restoration, Pac Building Group, PCL Construction, RJC Engineers, Rutherford Contracting, Skygrid, SmartCentres REIT, Stephensons, Travelers Canada, WeirFoulds, WSP, Zgemi)moderateGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver tier corporate members pay $3,000 annually and receive job posting credits, magazine copies, and basic member benefits. These companies support women in construction through CAWIC membership.
• Bronze Corporate Members (Acapulco, Aecon, Alberici, American Global, Aon, Bercon Rentals, BGIS, BlackHart Construction, Bothwell Accurate, Brada Construction, BuildSafe, CGI, Chandos, Collingwood General, CDB Techno, The Dalton Company, DS Consultants, Electrical Power Systems, EKHO, Fero International, Fortitude, Fowler, Gillam Group, Harrington and Associates, Magil Construction, Matheson Constructors, MForm, Modern Niagara, Multiplex, NFP Canada, Northbridge Insurance, Northrock Group, Odell HVAC, PetrelaWinter, PLATFORM Insurance, Polair HVAC, Rochon Building Corp, Rosenberg & Parker Surety, Rotomill, Signature Communities, Sika, SolowayWright, Soncin Construction, State Windows, Strike Group, Sunbelt Rentals Canada, Synergy Builds, TBDC, Toromont, Triumph Group of Companies, Turner Construction, VCL Construction, WR Meadows, Zurich Canada)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze tier corporate members pay $1,000 annually with limited voting memberships and basic benefits. These companies support CAWIC's mission to advance women in construction.
• Affiliate AssociationsmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndustry organizations with similar goals for women in construction partner with CAWIC as affiliate members. They gain access to CAWIC member pricing, resources, networking opportunities, and increased visibility within CAWIC's network. CAWIC benefits from expanded reach through partner organizations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• BuildForce Canada: National workforce development organization for Canada's construction and maintenance industry. Comparable as the leading national body addressing construction labour shortages — the same tailwind CAWIC's Vision 2035 is built on — and a potential partner or competitor for government workforce funding.
• Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS): Canadian national body advancing workplace health, safety, and prevention across industries, including construction. Comparable as a federally supported, pan-Canadian non-profit serving construction employers and workers, though its focus is safety rather than gender equity.
• Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA): National non-profit supporting apprenticeship and skilled trades in Canada. Comparable as a workforce-development body addressing construction trades pipelines — overlapping with CAWIC's mentorship and bursary programs but from a trade-credentialing rather than gender lens.

Emerging players

• National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO): U.S. membership organization supporting women business owners across industries. Comparable in structure (membership dues, events, advocacy, corporate sponsors) and in serving women in business, but with a cross-industry rather than construction-specific focus.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) – Professional Women in Building: Council within NAHB supporting women in the residential construction and remodeling industry. Mirrors CAWIC's combination of professional development, networking, and recognition (awards) for women across homebuilding trades, though anchored in the U.S. residential market.

Direct peers

• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC): U.S.-based national association dedicated to women in construction and CAWIC's affiliated sister organization. Direct counterpart in mission, programming (mentorship, awards, conferences), and membership model across a different national market.
• TradesFutures (formerly Canadian Women in Trades): Canadian non-profit focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting women in the skilled trades, including construction. Closely comparable mission (women in construction/trades), national Canadian footprint, and member services such as mentorship and events.
• Women in HVACR: North American association supporting women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades. Mirrors CAWIC's model of combining membership, mentorship, conferences, and advocacy for women in a male-dominated construction-adjacent trade.

Regional players

• Women in Construction (UK) / NAWIC UK: UK-focused association advancing women in the built environment with events, awards, and networking. Closely comparable mission and member-value proposition, but operating primarily in the UK/Ireland market rather than Canada.

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Construction Association (CCA): National voice of the Canadian construction industry representing general and trade contractors, manufacturers, and service providers. Comparable as the broader industry association, with overlapping corporate members and a more general (non-gender-focused) mandate.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/cawic
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cawic
• Instagraminstagram.com/cawicmarketing
• Xx.com/CAWICOnline

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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