[cs_content][cs_element_section _id=”1″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”2″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”3″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”4″ ][cs_content_seo]CASE 2021 Supported Employment Sector Survey Report\n\nSubheadline space\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”5″ ][cs_content_seo]At the Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE), we are committed to improving […]
As a tool for career exploration, MentorAbility hit the mark for Jonathan. His experience with Sarah and Louis at D2L (Desire2Learn) helped him to narrow his focus on future opportunities. It also gave him a deeper understanding how his current efforts can equip him for the realities of his future long-term role in the workforce. And he wasn’t the only one to benefit, Jonathan’s mentors at D2L walked away feeling more confident in their own roles.
We will be moving the Conference, which was originally scheduled from September 28th-30th, to September 27th-29th in support of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation taking place on September […]
The fifth episode of the Abilities at Work podcast profiles the two MentorAbility – Atlantic Canada regional hub coordinators, and describes how MentorAbility Canada provides a simple way for employers to […]
Jason’s passion for computer and technology has been obvious since high school, and no one was surprised that he went on to excel in his Information and Communications Technology program at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology.
But when his IT career began, he was quickly confronted with the need for a skill set that he had never been taught – or event been told about – in any of his training. Instead of finding himself in a back office working on hardware as he had imagined and hoped, he was in an entry level role providing customer service. It wasn’t just technical skills that he needed in this role, but interpersonal skills; skills such as active listening and communication.
[cs_content][cs_element_section _id=”1″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”2″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”3″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”4″ ][cs_content_seo]The Dealhack Canadian Persons With Disabilities Discount Guide\n\nSubheadline space\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”5″ ][cs_content_seo]The Dealhack Canadian Persons With Disabilities Discount Guide is the result of […]
The fourth episode of the Abilities at Work podcast showcases the Government of Canada-funded MentorAbility Canada initiative. As we sat down with Mary Beshai, National Director for MentorAbility Canada at the […]
You could say that repairing things has been in Brody’s blood for a long time. While he has had an interest in mechanics since high school, Brody was hesitant to apply to any garages as he felt he didn’t have sufficient education or experience.
Through MentorAbility, Brody was matched with Ralph Van Worden Automotive Repair. This MentorAbility Experience provided him with an opportunity to shadow three mechanics and work directly on vehicles alongside each employee. Through discussion, Brody was able to explore how the mechanics chose their field of work, given their diverse backgrounds.
The third episode of the Abilities at Work podcast explores how a Job Developer can help clients who experience disability find work. A Job Developer who works for a supported employment service […]
Comfort connected with the March of Dimes to explore her interest in securing a stocking or merchandising position.
Through a MentorAbility match with Basic Packaging, she participated in a half-day mentorship. This MentorAbility Experience went so well that it led to the employer expressing an interest in hiring Comfort and training her in a position of interest. Comfort’s positive attitude and strong work ethic contributed to a ‘win-win’ for herself and the employer. She has recently completed six months of employment as a packaging clerk and is looking toward the future!
