Few Persons Who Experience Disability in Executive Positions
Few Persons Who Experience Disability in Executive Positions Statistics Canada reported that, in 2019, just under one per cent (0.8 per cent) of corporate executives in Canada experienced disability. This […]
Adaptive Technology
Adaptive Technology Life is moving at the speed of technology. With handheld technology now common in everyday life, help is never far away. As much as smart phones, watches and […]
DEAM Discussions
DEAM Discussions Drive Positive Change in Disability Inclusive Employment The Canadian Association for Supported Employment and Inclusion Canada’s Ready, Willing and Able Initiative are thrilled to introduce, DEAM Discussions, a series […]
Report on Input into the Federal Disability Inclusion Action Plan
Report on Input into the Federal Disability Inclusion Action Plan In 2020, the Government of Canada committed to creating a new Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). The goal of the […]
Is Disability the Forgotten Diversity in the Workplace?
Is Disability the Forgotten Diversity in the Workplace? Disability is a form of diversity in the workplace. Although 90 per cent of global companies claim to prioritize diversity, only four […]
Disability Pride Month
Disability Pride Month Every year in July, Disability Pride Month celebrates persons who experience disability, their identities and culture, and their positive contributions to society. The event aims to change […]
2023 Conference Reflections
Perspectives and Innovations in Supported Employment from Canada and around the World The 2nd World Supported Employment Conference “Inclusion Works!” concluded on a high note on June 8 with words […]
Advancing Equal Access in the Workplace for Persons Who Experience Intellectual Disability
Advancing Equal Access in the Workplace for Persons Who Experience Intellectual Disability 2023 Research Results Fewer than one out of every four persons who experience intellectual disability has a job. […]
National AccessAbility Week 2023
National AccessAbility Week 2023 – May 28 – June 3 Disability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice This year, National AccessAbility Week takes place throughout Canada from May 28 to […]
Government of Canada Covid 19 Disability Advisory Group
During these difficult times as we all adapt to the Covid 19 crisis, and in the spirit of Nothing Without Us and the Accessible Canada Act, the government of Canada has taken steps to ensure that the needs of Canadians with disabilities are included in planning the country’s response to Covid 19.