Ontario
MentorAbility Experience Story : Alex
“People with disabilities have a tremendous amount to offer and what they really need is understanding, because minor accommodations can make all the difference.” – Alex Alex has a vibrant
Experience Stories
About the MentorAbility Canada Experiences
To understand the impact that the MentorAbility Canada program is having from coast to coast, review our collection of shared experiences.
Each MentorAbility Experience showcases the coming together of a mentor and a mentee through a mentorship experience offered via a local supported employment service provider that’s part of the MentorAbility Canada network.
Get to know the stories of people living in Canada who experience disability, the supported employment service providers who connected them with those mentorship experiences, and the employers who served as mentors.
MentorAbility Experience Stories
Accessibility
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British Columbia
MentorAbility Experience Story : Kelsey
Kelsey was excited to begin her mentorship, seeing it as an opportunity to gain experience in the food industry and build on her passion for cooking. Kelsey is known for
Ontario
MentorAbility Experience Story: Lily
Gary noted that Lily was very easy to work with, and that she was confident, attentive, and followed directions well. He also appreciated the positive energy she brought to the
Ontario
MentorAbility Experience Story: Rob
Not only was Rob’s mentorship at the brewery a success, but it also enabled him to secure more hours at his current job. Congratulations Rob! *Rob had been working part-time
Newfoundland and Labrador
MentorAbility Experience Story: Brandon
Mike said he had a great morning meeting and mentoring Brandon and was happy to show him what a day in the life of a tech organization looks like. Brandon
Manitoba
MentorAbility Experience Story: Rebecca
Rebecca left this MentorAbility experience with a clearer understanding of the career possibilities ahead and a better sense of where her strengths may shine. Rebecca was eager to explore a
Manitoba
MentorAbility Experience Stories: Shayla
One of the highlights for Shayla was learning that Kayla’s favorite part of the job is connecting with customers and helping them feel empowered through fashion, something that really resonated
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