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Four more reasons why it just makes sense to have a diverse workforce.

Inclusive employment is good for business and the Canadian economy. #DisabilityMyths #DisabilityAwareness #InclusiveEmployment #DiversityAtWork

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MentorAbility Alberta and Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic are offering an industry information session for job seekers interested in a career in Animal Health Care! On January 29th take advantage of this unique opportunity http://ow.ly/cvCU30rsF18... #futureofwork #CareerDevelopment #SkillDevelopment #Mentoring #Networking #ProfesstionalDevlopment #Employment

Set yourself up for success in 2021 with our FREE inclusive workplace resource The HR Inclusive Policy Toolkit! www.supportedemployment.ca/hrtoolkit #Inclusion #Emplpyment #Accessbility #InclusiveWorkplaces

In 2020 MentorAbility welcomed amazing guest speakers, including advocate Maayan Ziv, founder of AccessNow! Maayan was a recent guest of Black Swan, a Podcast by BetaKit, where she discussed the importance of Inclusive Design

Kick off the New Year by reading this enlightening selection of #disability and #accessibility articles! https://uxdesign.cc/my-top-10-favorite-disability-accessibi

Meet Marussia Paradis MentorAbility Provincial Coordinator at SPHERE! Marussia has spent 10 years working for the integration of people living with disabilities. She offers valuable experience in national partnership development, funds management and responding to the labour needs of employers. We’re so happy to have her on the team! What energizes you about your role?... MentorAbility energizes me in many ways. For example, I have the power of implementing new easy solutions to connect employers, job seekers with disabilities and employment services. Also, I have the privilege of speaking with several important players and that gives me the feeling of helping to break down barriers and create new communication channels. And I can not help but smile when I think back to the many people who tell me how good it feels to be part of a positive project in these uncertain times that we live. What inspired you to pursue the career you have today? When I was looking for a job in the social support sector, I was carried by a deep belief that everyone had the right to the same opportunity to be part of their community. Thus, supporting people with disabilities in their search, their integration and the maintenance of employment went without saying. Why is Workplace inclusion important? For me, inclusion means that everyone is considered equal in their workplace. By breaking down possible barriers and prejudices, we ensure that all individuals can bring their own contribution in their community and their society. www.supportedemployment.ca Stay tuned for our next #Mentorability feature!

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing and joyous holiday! #CASE #MentorAbilityCanada #HappyHolidays

Set yourself up for Inclusion success in the new year with two easy steps: 1 Bookmark The HR Inclusive Policy Toolkit www.supportedemployment.ca/hrtoolkit 2 Sign up for The Inclusion Challenge! (Receive FREE Inclusion support and resources)... www.supportedemployment.ca/inclusion-challenge See you soon, 2021! #MentorAbility #CASE #Inclusion #Inclusiveworkplaces #InclusionResources

#MentorAbility Guest Speaker | ‘Do not write me off’ Ann Divine, CEO, Ashanti Leadership and Professional Development Services, is an accomplished businesswoman, known and respected for her professionalism and willingness to support, coach and mentor others. Her business provides extensive career and professional guidance in leadership development and social justice issues! Gain valuable insight from this amazing individual at our upcoming Webinar! ... www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series

Meet Karen Goodman Wong- Provincial Coordinator at WASO Employment Services! Karen has worked in the field of disability support for close to twenty-five years, eighteen in the field of supported employment. She a proud leader of the WASO ES Team, and is excited to be a part of the MentorAbility project. Her biggest passion is being a mother to two incredible children! What energizes you about your role? ... Seeing people achieve their dreams getting a job they love, buying a car, moving into their own apartment, returning to school are just a few things that make me love going to work every day. When my daughter was diagnosed with a learning disability, my experience in the field gave me the knowledge (and tenacity) to push for the supports she needed to be successful in school, and beyond. What is the best advice you have ever received? To be creative, always have a sense of humour, and don’t try to do it all on my own. Why is Workplace inclusion important? A diverse workforce is a stronger work force. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses, having people employed at a company with a wide range of abilities can enhance the work of everyone. www.supportedemployment.ca Thank you for following along with our #Mentorability features!

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Meet Amy Widdows Provincial Coordinator for Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN)! Amy is a committed connector who is passionate about inclusive employment and using collaboration, relationship development and capacity building as tools to increase employment opportunities for people experiencing disabilities. Her vision for an inclusive Ontario is what guides her to break down barriers and discover people’s gifts and talent. What energizes you about your role?... I am energized to be part of this National initiative that has only positive impacts for all stakeholders. The ability for me to participate in this pilot that has already seen so much success in such a short time reignites my passion for my work. What inspired you to pursue the career you have today? I am most engaged in positions that allow innovation and challenge change. This career offers me those opportunities, and I get to be a small part of the increase in opportunities that people who have a disability are finding in Ontario. Why is Workplace inclusion important? Workplace Inclusion is essential to ensure that all people hold value, belong, feel and are seen as an equal contributor to their team/or workplace. www.supportedemployment.ca Stay tuned for our next #Mentorability feature!

MentorAbility Alberta wants to help you learn about different employment industries! On November 24th those interested can join Graham Smith to discuss careers in engineering and fabrication with Adaptive Engineering Inc. Learn the next steps you may need to take to get involved with this industry at this FREE information session! Details: ... www.eventbrite.ca/e/mentorability-industry-information-sess #MentorAbility #Employment #Jobs #Careers #Recruitment #Engineering #Fabrication

#MentorAbility Guest Speaker | ‘Do not write me off’ Professor David Divine has spent a lifetime dealing with challenges occasioned by circumstances beyond his control. Throughout his life he has used what he learned from these experiences to assist others in similar circumstances. We have agency. We have choices. Please use them. My contribution to the webinar explores how I sought to be interdependent, use my vision and power to change the impact of circumstances I found ...myself in and grasp new ways to actively ‘be’ my authentic self. Simone de Beauvoir expresses it beautifully and truly - It is in the knowledge of the genuine conditions of our lives that we must draw our strength to live and our reasons for acting. Hear more from David at our upcoming Webinar! www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series

Congratulations to Lawrence Morin-Sales expert at Bel-Air Toyota! Lawrence shined as our first virtual mentor. He provided an engaging presentation of his workplace followed by an in-depth question and answer period for our Protégé Kevin. Stay tuned as our friends at March Of Dimes Canada, alongside ICSS Employment Solutions, continue to recognize individuals who have facilitated an exemplary mentorship experience for #MentorAbility protégés.... #Inclusion #Mentoring #Mentorship #SupportedEmployment #Employment #Networking

Join MentorAbility Canada as we embark on a series of conversations about inclusion. With over 6.2 million Canadian citizens experiencing a disability, we collectively benefit from engaging the strengths and talents of this largely untapped labour pool. Our upcoming free Webinars will explore inclusive policies and practices, workplace culture, the power of authentic work-based relationships and the real work involved in changing our world. Like or follow our page for more up...dates! www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #MentorAbility #Diversity #Mentorship #Careerdevelopment #Skilldevlopment #Inclusiveemployment

CASE Conference is a unique forum to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to supported employment. Delegates will examine current trends, learn about specific disabilities and available accommodations, and share creative ideas and best practices. This years first ever VIRTUAL conference will take place from September 29 - October 1, 2020. Register Today!... www.caseconference.ca #Case2020Virtual #DisbilityEmployment #Networking #ProfesstionalDevlopment #Accommdation #Careerdevelopment #Skilldevlopment

CASE Canada extends a warm thank you to our 2020 CASE Conference supporting partners VRA Canada HIRE for TALENT / OPTEZ pour le TALENT ... EmployLink - SARC We could not do it without you! For more information about #Case2020Virtual visit www.caseconference.ca

MentorAbility Alberta is offering FREE interactive industry information sessions the month of September. Learn more about prospective industries, recruitment requirements, qualifications, and the next steps you may need to take to achieve your employment goals. September 15th | Careers with Bon Ton Bakery http://ow.ly/hNRp50Bq2Sq... September 29th | Careers with ATB and the Financial Industry http://ow.ly/d64O50Bq2Sp Register for these free Webinars today! #MentorAbility #Career #Recruitment #Diversity #Mentorship #Careerdevelopment #Skilldevelopment

As many of us get back into a new school routine, at home or the in the class, here are a few book recommendations to spark some thoughtful conversations about inclusion and diversity. https://www.rickhansen.com//back-school-books-thoughtful-c

Why participate in mentoring a job seeker who experiences a disability, through #MentorAbility? As an employer we have a chance to learn about how we can adjust to become better leaders, employ people whose skills are a good fit and to identify those skills in ways which may not be traditionally presented."~ Chantelle Painter, HR Recruitment and Engagement Manager at the Brick For more information:... www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-canada #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Accomdations #ASL #Accessibility #inclusivity

CASE Canada expresses our appreciation to Therap Canada for their ongoing sponsorship and support of the upcoming Conference.. We could not do it without you! www.therapservices.net... For more information about #Case2020Virtual visit www.caseconference.ca

This year CASE is Putting Employment First and welcoming Keynote speakers Chris Koch - If I Can and Phillip Emmerson to our upcoming conference! Attend our virtual platform alongside delegates from across Canada as we delve into topics of disability, employer collaboration, employment innovation and service excellence. Interested? Take a peek at our full program! www.caseconference.ca/program... #Case2020Virtual #SupportedEmployment #workplacediversity #Inclusive #workforcedevelopment #HumanResources #Employer #Employment #disability

John Lord examines the impact of relationships in the workplace during #MentorAbility Canadas next webinar employers, employment specialists and proteges will learn simple strategies to facilitate genuine connections and a sense of belonging at work! Registration Deadline: September 13th Dont miss out! ... www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Accomdations #ASL #Accessibility #inclusivity

Approximately 334,000 British Columbians, self identify as having a disability. The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is 4.5 percentage points higher than for people without disabilities, and they are more than twice as likely to live in poverty as someone without a disability. However, nearly 90% of consumers prefer companies that employ people with disabilities. Hire inclusively because it makes good business sense! cohttps://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2017SDPR0055-001512

This year will mark the 7th annual Disability Employment Month in British Columbia! In celebration Inclusion BC is hosting a free series of workshops on employment, as part of a Virtual Learning Series. September 14 | Pre-Employment: Reflecting on Your Abilities and Passions September 15 | Build a Great Resume... September 17 | Ace the Interview For more information and to register visit: https://inclusionbc.org/our-servic/virtual-learning-series/ #InclusionBC #MentorAbility #Virtual #LearningSeries #Employment #Jobs #Skilldevelopment #Inclusion #Resume

Learn more about our upcoming Virtual CASE Conference - Canadas largest and leading-edge professional development and networking event around supported employment! September 29 - October 1, 2020 www.caseconference.ca... #Case2020Virtual #SupportedEmployment #workplacediversity #Inclusive #workforcedevelopment

This weekend lets celebrate the achievements of all the service providers and stakeholders working towards the Employment Inclusion of people with disabilities.

Join Stephen Wright, Renate Burwash and Chantelle Painter as we take a deep dive into the value of mentoring! These three individuals each bring a unique perspective and a wealth of experience in designing inclusive workplaces. If you are an employer or HR specialist looking to learn how mentoring can be a pathway to inclusion our free webinar is for you! Registration deadline: September 6th... www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #MentorAbility #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Employer #HRspecialist #ASL #Accessibility #inclusivity

The 2020 DEAM Award Nominations are open! Nominate those remarkable inclusive employers you think deserve a little extra recognition during Disability Employment Awareness Month: http://ow.ly/j8EM50BfV3G

CASE Conference is a unique forum to network and access professional development, as well as to share creative ideas and best practices with delegates from across Canada. Those looking to hold a over Service Excellence can enjoy these educating workshops: The L.I.F.E Hub: A CuttingEdge Technology Supporting Employment Integration Services | Jackie Edwards, Mike Bote, Genya Kaplun... Caregiver Mental Wellness: Achieving Success through innovative vocational education programming | Rebecca Rackow, Dave Nelson Future Ready Program! How to engage, prepare and help job seekers maintain jobs for their future now! | Marcus Jamieson CASE Initiatives | Reno Hache, Nicole MacDonald Canadian Accessibility Standards Development Organization (CASDO) | Laurie Ringaert Check out our full program here! www.caseconference.ca #Case2020Virtual #Conference #Employment #diverseworkforces #VirtualEvent #education #employerinnovation #DiversityandInclusion #diversity #inclusion

" According to a recent study by Stats Canada, 36 per cent of people with a long term condition or disability reported temporary or permanent job loss since March." Visit the Member Directory on our website to find people and organizations committed to employment inclusion. https://www.cbc.ca//advocates-disabilities-impacted-unempl

John Lord joins MentorAbility Canada as we embark on a series of conversations about inclusion! During this free Webinar we will examine we will examine the themes of belonging, relationships and community. How can employers better support their employees? How can employment specialists help to facilitate natural workplace relationships? ... Register today to join the conversation: www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #MentorAbility #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Accomdations #ASL #Accessibility #inclusivity

CASE Canada would like to extend a grateful thank you to #MentorAbility Canada for their ongoing sponsorship and support of our upcoming #Case2020Virtual Conference! We could not do it without you. www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-canada

Just over one-fifth of the Canadian population has one or more disabilities. However, relatively little is known about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. This article provides an overview of the #employment and #income impacts of COVID-19 on crowdsourcing participants aged 15 to 64 living with long-term conditions and disabilities.

CASE Conference is Canadas largest and leading-edge professional development and networking event around employment inclusion for people with disabilities. Join us September 29 - October 1 for this unique virtual experience! Check our full program line-up today: ... www.caseconference.ca/program #Case2020Virtual #Conference #Employment #diverseworkforces #VirtualEvent #education #employerinnovation #DiversityandInclusion #diversity #inclusion

Are you an employer or HR specialist who is looking to design an inclusive work team? Have you thought about MENTORING as a pathway to assessing your inclusive work practices? Join Chantelle Painter, Manager of Recruitment and Engagement at the Brick Corporate Office, as we take a deep dive into the value of mentoring.... Register today! www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #MentorAbility #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Accomdations #ASL #Accessibility #inclusivity

Theres still time to register for the #MentorAbilityOntario #SummerCareerSeries presented by Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) and March of Dimes. The summer Career Series runs for 8 weeks (July 9 Aug 27) every Thursday at 2pm. On Aug 27 meet Lori Paterson, Tim Hortons Franchisee; Owner/Operator who will be speaking about her experience in Franchise Ownership. https://bit.ly/2C9koeY

Research shows that inclusive practices help reduce turnover, improve attendance and safety records, engage employees and boost company morale and outperform in terms of revenue growth. #SupportedEmployment #Inclusion http://ow.ly/wm3a50B8IcU

Our upcoming CASE Conference hosts an innovating line-up! At our unique forum you can attend workshops that will examine current trends in inclusive workplaces, sharing creative ideas and best practices all geared towards Employment Innovation: Employment Inclusion for People Living in Rural Communities | Bernice McKen Sharing Success Stories: Why it works for inclusive employment and how to do it | Sean McEwen, Renate Burwash... Innovation In Saskatchewan from SETI | Joy McKinnon, Panel Building Vocational Skills & Community Awareness | Grant Irvine, Tracy Williams Ease into Employment | Seema Tripathi, Anirudh Rayas Check out our full conference program! www.caseconference.ca #Case2020Virtual #Conference #Employment #diverseworkforces #VirtualEvent #education #employerinnovation #DiversityandInclusion #diversity #inclusion

What is Supported Employment? Supported employment is a person-centered approach to assisting individuals who experience disability to prepare for, obtain and maintain integrated competitive paid employment. Job seekers receive individualized help from a supported employment professional to achieve successful employment. The job seeker, support person and employer form a partnership to match the needs of the employer with the skills of the job seeker, and to assist in the job... seekers career enhancement and achievement of long-term career goals. #supportedemployment #inclusion https://www.supportedemployment.ca/what-is-supported-employ

Gain confidence in navigating an important dimension of inclusive workplaces! At this free Webinar Suanne Miedema and Mark Wafer will guide you through developing an accommodations plan and identify key resources for employers looking to make a difference. Registration closes on August 22nd, dont miss out!... https://www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-se This event will feature ASL interpreters and Close Captioning #MentorAbility #diverseworkforces #workforcedevelopment #employment #Accomdations #ASL #Accessibility #DiversityandInclusion #diversity #inclusion #HR

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Meet Nicole Macdonald Director of New Initiatives for MentorAbility Canada! Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge and skill, in over 10 years of experience she has yet to meet a person who does not possess great strength and potential. We sent our social media guru on a mission to discover what inspires her What energizes you about your role at CASE?... I would have to say that its the Supported Employment Specialists and other CASE contacts and members that I have the opportunity to connect with each day all across the country. The amount of passion for their work and the communities that they serve never ceases to amaze and inspire me! What is the best advice you were ever given? The best piece of advice Ive ever been given...what a great question. I had an Executive Director send out a group thank-you text once after a big event that we had pulled together with a skeleton crew, in it she said "teamwork makes the dream work!" and that is something that has always stuck with me. www.supportedemployment.ca/ Stay tuned for updates on #Mentorability initiatives!

Megan Marshall and Justin Somerton join MentorAbility Atlantic Canada on August 27th for an exciting discussion on workplace culture and expectations for individuals on the Autism spectrum. Register today! https://www.supportedemployment.ca/upcoming-events... #MentorAbility #Webinar #SupportedEmployment #Autism #spectrum #diverseworkforces #inclusion

Statistics Canada is inviting individuals who have experienced discrimination to let them know how COVID-19 has impacted trust in various institutions, the general public and your neighbors. The survey link is below.

Our upcoming CASE Conference hosts a thought-provoking line-up! Employer Collaboration is an important element that drives innovation around supported employment Check out our workshops centered around this conversation: Connecting (and Partnering) with Employers Effectively in 5 Easy Steps | Deb Russell... Assistive Technology and accommodations to empower employment | Suzanne Winterflood Project SEARCH: Founders Take on a School-To-Work Transition Best Practice | Erin Riehle, Oly Backstrom Targeted Recruitment at the Public Service Commission of Canada (PSC). | Gisle Thompson A New Diversity Catalyst | Garth Johnson Check out the full conference program! www.caseconference.ca #Case2020Virtual #Conference #SupportedEmployment #Employment #Inclusive #VirtualEvent #education #employercollaboration #diverseworkforces

How can mentoring help you design an inclusive workforce? Its made me more aware of how we as employers can support not only potential team members but current team members with more empathy and how to have discussions to bring out the best possible performance by being more supportive and understanding. ~ Chantelle Painter, HR Recruitment and Engagement Manager at the Brick, speaking on her experience with the MentorAbility Alberta... https://www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-canada Gateway Association #mentorability #mentor #mentoring #inclusive #diverseworkforces

Marco Pasqua weighs in over how working from home can advance workplace inclusion. https://www.680news.com//improving-inclusion-august-1-3-2/

Meet Belinda Deenik National Trainer for MentorAbility Canada! Belinda brings a robust knowledge and awareness acquired through 20 years of working alongside individuals who experience disability. We sent our social media guru to gain a little insight on this important member of our team What energizes you about your role at CASE?... I am energized by working with talented people from coast to coast who have diverse perspectives and a genuine commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse Canadian workforce. What is the best advice you were ever given? Just show up! The magic happens in the moments when we are present. www.supportedemployment.ca/ Stay tuned for our next #Mentorability #MeetTheTeam feature!

Take a deeper dive into the world of accommodations with Suanne Miedema and Mark Wafer! This free webinar on August 25th will assist employers and employment specialists in demystifying key terms and understanding important concepts around this dimension of an inclusive workplace. This event will feature ASL interpreters and Close Captioning. Register today:... www.supportedemployment.ca/mentorability-webinar-series #MentorAbility #workplacediversity #workforcedevelopment #employment #Inclusive #humanresources #Accomdations #ASL #Closecaptioning #Accessibility