Abilities at Work Podcast
Employers and Service Providers Shed Light on Workplace Inclusion
Research shows that diverse abilities in the workplace can benefit employee retention, innovation, and organizational growth. But how is disability inclusion integrated into the workplace fabric? How can existing inclusive practices and policies be strengthened? Is support available for workers who experience disability and for employers?
Learn how to make disability inclusion part of the workplace fabric so that it supports talent retention and organizational growth
On the newest episodes of the Abilities at Work podcast, employers share how they’ve integrated disability inclusion into their operations and why it’s important to their strategic goals.
In past episodes, employment service providers and the Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE) explain what supported employment is and the supports available for workers experiencing disability and employers.
Employers will better understand how to attract and retain skilled talent and how to access expertise for extra support.
Employment service providers will find nuggets of information to enhance how they work with employers and clients who experience disability.
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New Episodes
Episode 16
Munch: A Social Enterprise Inclusion Success
Friday, December 6, 2024
Rick Morrell is Executive Director of Munch Café and Catering, a social enterprise in Regina focused on employing individuals with cognitive differences. Rick shares Munch’s approach to fostering an inclusive work environment, the importance of giving employees the right support, and how CASE’s resources have helped Munch expand its job development programs. From empowering employees to take on new roles to helping young adults transition into the workforce, Rick offers insights on building successful diverse teams.
Episode 15
ONxpress: Breaking Barriers and Opening Doors in Construction
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Kristen Light, Senior Employee Engagement and Change Management Specialist at ONxpress, discusses their innovative approach to fostering a more inclusive and diverse workforce in the construction industry.
From addressing mental health challenges and neuroinclusion to overcoming industry-wide stigmas, Kristen shares insights from some ONxpress transformative initiatives, including the ON-Board Construction Inclusion Project. Tune in to learn how ONxpress is breaking barriers and opening doors for individuals with disabilities in construction and beyond.
Episode 14
EY on DEI:
An Interview with Tammy Morris
Thursday, November 14, 2024
In this episode, host Glen Walsh speaks with Tammy Morris, Accessibility & Neuroinclusion Leader for EY Canada, about the critical role of diversity and inclusion within the workplace. Tammy shares insights on EY’s commitment to neurodiversity, their inclusive hiring strategies, and the steps organizations can take to create a culture of belonging for all employees.
Tune in to learn about EY’s approach to supporting diverse talent and practical tips for building stronger diversity strategies. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation filled with actionable advice for employers!
Past Episodes of Abilities at Work
What is the Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE)? (2021)
- Joanna Goode, Executive Director at CASE, discusses what CASE is and the resources CASE provides.
- Listen to this podcast.
What is Supported Employment? (2021)
- Joanna Goode, Executive Director at CASE, explains what supported employment is.
- Listen to this podcast.
How can a Job Developer help clients who experience disability find work? (2021)
- Charley MacDonald, National Trainer at CASE, shares how Job Developers help clients who experience disability find work and how they support employers in securing the talent they seek.
- Listen to this podcast.
Why join the Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE)? (2021)
- If you're looking to increase your capacity as a service provider, develop inclusive workplace policies, engage in workplace training, or network with others working to support inclusive employment, join CASE.
- Listen to this podcast.
What is MentorAbility Canada and how can it help you? (2021)
- Mary Beshai, National MentorAbility Canada Director at CASE, describes MentorAbility Canada and how the initiative provides a simple way for employers to build more inclusive workplaces while supporting job seekers in exploring their career interests.
- Listen to this podcast.
MentorAbility in Atlantic Canada (2021)
- David Wareing and Ashley Hammond describe MentorAbility in Atlantic Canada.
- Listen to this podcast.
MentorAbility in Ontario and Québec (2021)
- Lisa Livingston and Marussia Paradis describe MentorAbility in Ontario and Québec.
- Listen to this podcast.
MentorAbility in Manitoba (2021)
- Karen Goodman Wong, Manager at WASO, describes MentorAbility in Manitoba.
- Listen to this podcast.
What is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM)? (2021)
- Mary Beshai and Ashley Hammond discuss Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), which is celebrated every September in British Columbia and every October across the rest of Canada and in the United States.
- Listen to this podcast.
Celebrate DEAM and Light It Up! For NDEAM this October (2021)
- Joanna Goode, Executive Director at CASE, and Jennette Campbell, Chief Executive Officer at ODEN, discuss Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) and the Light It Up! For NDEAM awareness campaign.
- Listen to this podcast.
Qu'est-ce que le soutien à l'emploi? (What is Supported Employment?) (2021)
- JosephGuilione (membre du conseil d'administration de l'ACSE) et Marussia Paradis (coordonnatrice du programme MentorAbility Canada au Québec) parlent du soutien à l'emploi et des prestataires de services.
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- Joseph Guilione (board member at CASE) and Marussia Paradis (program coordinator for the MentorAbility Canada project in Quebec) talk about supported employment and supported employment service providers.
- Read the English transcript for this podcast.
Qu'est-ce que l'ACSE? (What is CASE?) (2021)
- Joseph Guilione (membre du conseil d'administration de l'ACSE) parle de son expérience et de son point de vue sur ce qu'est l'Association canadienne pour le soutien à l’emploi (ACSE).
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- Joseph Guilione (board member at CASE) talks about the Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE).
- Read the English transcript for this podcast.
Quelles ressources sont disponibles pour les employeurs qui cherchent à embaucher des personnes en situation de handicap? (What resources are available for employers seeking to hire individuals who experience disability?) (2021)
- JosephGuilione (membre du conseil d'administration de l’ACSE) et Marussia Paradis (coordonnatrice du programme MentorAbility Canada au Québec) discutent des ressources disponibles pour les employeurs qui cherchent à embaucher des personnes en situation de handicap.
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- Joseph Guilione (board member at CASE) and Marussia Paradis (program coordinator for the MentorAbility Canada project in Quebec) discuss what resources are available for employers seeking to hire individuals who experience disabilities.
- Read the English transcript of this podcast.
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