Focus
Successful salons know the importance of esthetics services provided by professionally trained and knowledgeable staff. Can-West Agencies Ltd. is focused on the professional esthetician, from the beginner to the advanced. We offer a complete range of esthetics products that work in real life, backed with educational programs that are second to none.
Education Centre
We focus on knowledge and skills that surpass basic product application courses. Our mission, to create excellence through quality education, demands constant development of the most up-to-date and informative courses.
Education Director
All training and education in Saskatchewan and Manitoba is under the direction of Beverly Ashdown. Bev has operated a successful esthetics business for several years, and has constantly increased her knowledge over that period of time. Today, Bev continues to pursue higher education for herself, supported by, and provided by, Can-West Agencies Ltd. Working in the industry on a daily basis, has given Bev an opportunity to experience all of the challenges faced by estheticians today.
About our Courses . . .
These courses are designed to create professional standards for aspiring students. Your kit, for either the Nail, Manicure or Pedicure or Waxing Courses includes the materials required for your classes, and the practice you do on your own time. With these courses, you will receive an extensive, detailed manual for your future reference. You are also entitled to free technical advise by phone during the course, and afterwards as you make this your career.
Beginner’s Nail Technician Course – Nails 101
Over the entire course, students will cover anatomy, nail disorders, tips, forms and extensions, manual filing and shaping techniques, nail preparation, proper sanitation, and application of a gel system. A fills and maintenance class is included within this course to prepare new technicians to offer their clients a complete and ongoing professional service. Click here for more info.
Waxing Classes
Women are seeking a more efficient hair removal method. One that is not time consuming, messy and lasts longer than their next shower. Now, wax treatments are as common as a monthly hair cut! Click here for more info.
Pedicure Classes
Well-groomed feet are necessity from an Esthetics view, not to mention as an accessory. To keep feet healthy, regular grooming is also a necessity. Click here for more info.
Lash Extensions
Eyelash Extensions are the secret to longer, fuller, more beautiful looking lashes. Our superior quality lashes make all the difference in the wearer’s appearance. Thick and beautifully curled, these lashes are completely safe for skin, eyes, and contact lenses. When correctly applied, they are so light weight the wearer never feels them. Click here to read more.
Manicure Classes
The majority of women will say the beauty ritual they would most like to eliminate is nail care. Now those women can put their hands in the Manicurists hands. For just 30 minutes a week, she can have the hands of a model!
Private Training
All of our courses are available as “Private” courses. This means one-on-one training, more help on your particular needs, and continuous private interaction with your instructor. Private courses are at an extra cost, and are available only as instructors are available. Please call us for more particulars.
Advanced Nail Seminars
When you are ready to hone your skills and increase your profitability it may be time to take our advanced seminars. They cover everything you will need to know about applying nails, managing your business, helping nail biters, or building your client base. Whether you are a few months or a few years into your career, you can profit from these great courses.

