Tanner’s Story
A few years ago, Tanner moved back to Rosthern looking for stability and a sense of purpose. “I had moved back for a couple of reasons,” he said. “One of them being how difficult it can be to find, let alone keep, work in Saskatoon. The job market can be rather tricky, and city life […]
Alex’s Story – Bigway, Rosthern
When Alex joined the Building Blocks Program in Rosthern, he was looking for more than just a job. He wanted a chance to build confidence and overcome the anxiety that made social situations challenging. Referred to the program by his mom, Alex had experienced significant shyness and often found it hard to attend interviews for […]
Building Inclusive Fun at Activate Halifax
When you walk into Activate-Halifax, you can feel the energy. The space buzzes with cheering, laughter and friendly competition as groups of players moving through rooms filled with puzzles, challenges, and games that they interact with in real time. Activate has been recognized as THE fastest growing Leisure and Entertainment company in the Americas by the Financial […]
The Future of Supports in Inclusive Hiring: Innovative Practices from the Field
https://vimeo.com/1127546811/9aa2fc4051 Inclusive employment continuously evolves to meet the changing labour markets and the diverse needs of job seekers. This means that supportive employment agencies can have a meaningful role in leading this evolution by embracing innovation, flexibility, and person-centered approaches. This moment presents an exciting opportunity to rethink traditional support delivery and create truly inclusive […]
LCBO Builds Inclusive Workplaces Across Ontario
When the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) partnered with Ready, Willing and Able (RWA) to expand inclusive hiring, one of the new faces to join its team was Erica, now a valued employee at LCBO’s Summerhill store in Toronto. Erica applied to LCBO through one of RWA’s agency partners, part of a pool of skilled candidates who […]
Working Out Inclusive Hiring: How 782 Fitness Made Inclusive Hiring Part of Its Business Strategy
When Brett Roberts and Mike Ives opened the doors of 782 Fitness in Charlottetown in 2014, their vision was simple: build a welcoming gym where people of all abilities could be part of a supportive fitness community that helps people reach their goals. But not long after they opened their second location in Stratford in […]
Adam Kopolie at Work: Moving forward in the North
For Adam Kopolie, work with NunaMoving has meant more than a paycheck. It has given him the ability to support his family, build stability, and take steps toward independence. NunaMoving, a community-rooted moving company and training program led by Abdoul-Karim and colleagues saw a gap in how employment programs were reaching their community. With support […]
Finding Confidence in the Classroom: Phoebe’s Story of Career Advancement
“The more I tried, the more I realized I could actually do this” -Phoebe Chow Phoebe’s path to meaningful work did not follow a straight line. Trained in geography at university, she worked part-time at Dairy Queen to support herself as a student. Like many young people, she wasn’t sure which direction her career should […]
Emily’s Full-Circle Journey: Career Advancement through Inclusive Employment
After graduating high school, Emily pursued studies at the College of the North Atlantic, completing a program in Office Administration, Records, and Information Management. She gained practical experience through a work term at the Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, where she supported office operations, website ideas, and administrative tasks. Like many new graduates, Emily […]
Creating Inclusive Workplaces Without Wage Subsidies
BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKPLACES FOR PEOPLE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM OR WITH AN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY People with intellectual disabilities or on the autism spectrum are the most underemployed and unemployed populations in Canada. Most data point to a stark reality: as few as 1 in 4 individuals in these groups are employed, with employment rates hovering […]