{"id":59163,"date":"2024-10-31T10:57:44","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T14:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supportedemployment.ca\/?p=59163"},"modified":"2024-11-04T11:07:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T16:07:36","slug":"hub-highlight-mentorability-northwest-territories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supportedemployment.ca\/fr\/hub-highlight-mentorability-northwest-territories\/","title":{"rendered":"Hub Highlight – MentorAbility Northwest Territories"},"content":{"rendered":"
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S\u00e9rie des moments forts du p\u00f4le MentorAbility Canada<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Chaque mois, MentorAbility Canada pr\u00e9sente fi\u00e8rement l'un de ses partenaires de mise en \u0153uvre. Il s'agit des coordonnateurs de MentorAbility, ces artisans de l'ombre qui accomplissent leurs t\u00e2ches en toute discr\u00e9tion pour que les chercheurs d'emploi, les employeurs et les fournisseurs de services puissent briller sous les feux de la rampe.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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For the French version of this post<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span><\/b>veuillez cliquer ici.<\/a><\/p>\n

Pour la version <\/span>fran\u00e7aise <\/b>de cet article<\/span>e, <\/b>veuillez cliquer ici.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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MentorAbility Northwest Territories:
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The newest MentorAbility Hub to join our national network covers the vast area of the Northwest Territories (NWT), a singular region that\u2019s rich geographically and culturally. While challenges remain to increase workplace inclusion, more employers are recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and abilities.\u00a0<\/p>

The MentorAbility \u2013 NWT Hub will help to connect more job seekers and employers in a region with thriving industries and labour shortages.\u00a0Gordon Ross, Manager of the CDETNO NWT Career Centre, and Lynn Foley, Executive Director of Inclusion NWT, are collaborating to co-lead the new MentorAbility Hub in the NWT.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Employers in the NWT need skilled workers who can adapt to the North\u2019s unique work environment, particularly in mining, tourism, and government services. A small, local labour force means employers must tap into underrepresented groups, including persons experiencing disability, to help address labour shortages.\u00a0<\/p>

Several employers are also interested in talent reflecting the territory\u2019s cultural diversity. They need support and training to successfully integrate and retain these workers.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Lack of Understanding about Workers Experiencing Disability<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Workers experiencing disability face numerous barriers, including limited local job opportunities and employers who may not understand how to accommodate their needs. For example, some workers may need flexible schedules or specialized equipment to perform their job. Stigma can lead to fewer employment opportunities and a lack of career advancement.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Job seekers and employers in smaller communities have limited access to resources and services. Employers find it challenging to adapt workplaces for inclusion and accessibility without local resources and expertise.<\/p>

Individuals experiencing disability face a lack of transportation to travel long distances for employment services and training. High-speed internet is inadequate and expensive, limiting job searches or online training. Barriers can lead to isolation and difficulty accessing career counselling or job accommodations.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Culturally Relevant Services<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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In addition to the impacts of colonization and social and economic disparities, Indigenous workers who experience disability and their communities often face barriers such as:<\/p>