In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, there is rapidly increasing pressure on businesses both large and small to be on the cutting edge of innovative practices, processes, and products. In the face of an aging population, and shrinking labour pool, we need to look to untapped talent sources to address the need for skilled labour in Canada.
Did you know: Nationwide, there are approximately 500,000 working age adults with an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but only one in four are employed. There are hundreds of unfilled positions, for which these individuals are ready, willing and able to do the job. But we aren’t hiring them.
Why is this? A lack of information and understanding. Download our Business Case for Hiring People with an Intellectual Disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder to discover the amazing potential available to you when you expand to an inclusive workforce.