Application Process

The certification process is robust but the steps are simple:

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Register to receive access to the online application by clicking the link at the bottom of this page.

   

Submission of completed application and non-refundable fee plus GST/HST according to your province of residence. The application must be completed in one sitting as save capabilities are not yet available. Click here to download a PDF version of the application in preparation for applying online.

Review of application by WEConnect Canada.

Site visit conducted by WEConnect Canada assessors to review company documentation, verify information in application and to get to know you and your business. Click here for a complete list of documentation required at the site visit.

If certification is confirmed, our confirmation package including a Certificate will be sent to you.

Your company is added to the WEConnect Canada database system used by our member buyers searching for potential suppliers, for a one-year period. You will also have access to our community portal with directory enabling you to search other certified WBEs, our corporate members, and access other features of our exclusive community site

After the first year, you may renew for each of the following two years by annually updating your information, completing the renewal application, submitting required documentation and remitting the annual renewal fees. A re-application and site visit will be required again in year 4 and every third year thereafter.

The application should be completed by the owner or general partner of the company or partnership seeking certification, as applicable. All information supplied to WEConnect Canada will be kept confidential and secure as per our Privacy Policy. Once certified by WEConnect Canada, basic company information will be provided to the WEConnect Canada network of organizations seeking vendors and business partners.

WEConnect Canada reserves the right to ask questions in addition to those listed in the application, as may be required.

Click here to Register and gain access to the Online Application 

For more information, please e-mail info@weconnectcanada.org