The 2017 Canadian Survey on Disability revealed that only 49% of working-age Canadians with disabilities were employed, while 79% of those without disabilities were employed.
By 2040, Canada will mandate that all buildings be barrier-free, requiring accessibility for everyone, especially those living with a disability. Yet becoming truly accessible is more than just installing a ramp; it’s about creating an inclusive environment for all.
How does your organization measure up?
Are you prepared to embrace this change?
Consider these vital questions for your hiring process:
- Do you have accommodations in place for job seekers with a disability?
- Is your workplace designed to cater to the needs of employees and customers who live with a disability?
If you find yourself struggling to answer these questions, I can help!
With over 20 years of experience supporting youth and adults living with a disability, and a proven track record of training employers in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices. I bring firsthand knowledge and expertise. I am dedicated to empowering organizations like yours to confidently hire and support team members and job seekers living with a disability. Together, we can enhance your understanding of DEI topics and create a truly inclusive workplace.
In Canada, a prevalent myth suggests that employers are reluctant to hire individuals living with a disability due to concerns about productivity and accommodation costs. Many believe that such hires could result in higher absenteeism or costly adjustments. However, research indicates that employees with disabilities can match or exceed the productivity of their non-disabled peers. Additionally, many accommodations are low-cost or free, and organizations that embrace inclusivity often reap the rewards of diverse perspectives and a strengthened workforce. This misconception can lead to the underemployment of qualified individuals with disabilities.
Let’s embark on this journey towards accessibility and inclusion!
Packages:
Sign up and commit to a 6-month contract to work with me to create a safer workplace for all! Choose 1 or all 4 of the topics:
1) Hiring Supports: – Assist with your job postings, and interview question support in being inclusive for people living with a disability, resume review of applicants.
2) Document Supports: – Reviewing and editing your onboarding packages, contracts, job descriptions, offer letters etc to review to be inclusive for people living with a disability.
3) Coaching for HR and Sr. Management on DEI Themes: – bi-weekly live coaching on a variety of themes focussing on DEI. Topics such as DEI Budgeting, AB Human Rights Commission, How to help teams with burnout, How to help team with self-care, How to help team members living with ‘x’ disability, Plain Language, Pronouns in the Workplace, and Team Building
4) Coaching/training for teams: – one-pages and/or live training on a variety of themes focussing on DEI. Such as Duty to Disclose, What are disabilities? explaining ‘x’ disability, stress/burnout/self-care, Queer 101, Pronouns in the Workplace, Mental Health, and Team Building.
Investment:
1 topic: $650/month
2 topics: $850/month
3 topics: $1,500/month
All 4 topics: $2000/month + the bonus of the “Signal” App. Texting with direct access to me twice a week (a value of $1000 a month)
Click on “Contact Us” to book a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your options.