General Article Count: 24
Programs and Funding Sources Article Count: 881
There are provincial programs, funding sources and federally funded initiatives available to help businesses across Canada become more accessible and inclusive.
Some examples include:
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If you aren’t sure which option is right for your workplace, browse our best practices for employers or contact a service provider near you.
Some examples include:
- Help for costs associated with implementing workplace adaptations, assessments or accommodations.
- Grants to test innovative ideas that make it easier for people with disabilities to participate in the workforce.
- Wage subsidies or paid training for people with disabilities (i.e. co-ops, fixed-term internships, and work experiences).
- Apprenticeship training and industry-specific training that aligns with labour market shortages.
- Courses and training for talent pools (i.e. first aid and food safety training).
Search by location or category to find the best options for your workplace.
If you aren’t sure which option is right for your workplace, browse our best practices for employers or contact a service provider near you.
Tool #1: The Importance of Inclusion Article Count: 5
Learn the facts about the business advantages of hiring people with disabilities and about how hiring can improve both productivity and company image.
Tool #2: Disability 101 Article Count: 7
These interesting facts will help employers understand disabilities and how people with disabilities can positively impact their workplace.
2.4 - Neurodiversity Article Count: 4
2.5 - Mental Health Article Count: 7
2.6 - ADHD in the Workplace Article Count: 2
2.7 - Physical Disabilities Article Count: 3
Facts & Stats Article Count: 4
Footer Article Count: 3
Tool #3: Legal Issues Article Count: 5
Legal aspects of disability inclusion are quite straightforward with a few key points to keep in mind. This information can help make any hiring process easier, protect the interests of employers, and ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected.
Tool #4: Recruitment Article Count: 5
Improve your skills in recruiting top talent by exploring how to create your own inclusive job descriptions and job postings. This tool also outlines how service providers can provide support to employers in recruiting, selecting, hiring, and retaining people with disabilities.
Tool #5: Interviews Article Count: 7
Improve your interview skills, including inclusive interview techniques. Tool # 5 will also explore how to use socially acceptable language, disability etiquette and proper terminology when interviewing people with disabilities. Additionally, this tool outlines the selection process and the formulation of interview questions to ensure that the best candidates are hired!
Disability Etiquette Article Count: 11
"NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE. A person may make a request or behave in a way that seems strange to you. Their request or behaviour may be disability-related."
Tool #6: Hiring Article Count: 3
In this tool, find concise information on efficient hiring; includes best practices and an onboarding checklist.
Tool #7: Retention Article Count: 6
Discover strategies to help employers maintain successful employment of all employees.
Tool #8 Accessible Environments Article Count: 6
When employees with diverse needs can fully participate and contribute their talents, the result is a more engaged, productive and innovative workforce.
Tool #9: Customized Employment Article Count: 3
Customized employment helps increase your staff’s productivity and the quality of services offered by your business. Learn about the advantages of job customization.
Job Customization Success Stories Article Count: 5
Read about how job customization can increase business results and return on investement.
Tool #10: The Hybrid Workplace Article Count: 5
The landscape of the workplace is ever-changing – this tool is here to help. Discover effective tips on how to develop, manage and maintain an engaged workforce in a hybrid workplace.
Meet Inclusive Canadian Employers Article Count: 5
Tool #11: Mental Health and the Workplace Article Count: 6
Discover how businesses can benefit from inclusive practices, some simple actions workplace leaders can implement to ensure their business is engaging all employees and how to remain resilient in an ever-changing workplace landscape.
Tool #12: Intersectionality Article Count: 5
This tool aims to help employers be better prepared to support their employees who are at the intersection of disability and other diversity groups.
Tool #13: Unconscious Bias Article Count: 2
Unconscious bias is not just an individual issue; it is embedded in our systems, norms, and structures. It influences not only how we think, but how our institutions operate—from who gets hired and promoted, to whose needs get prioritized, to how programs are designed and delivered. These resources will help you recognize and manage bias while fostering more inclusive workplaces.
Services Article Count: 369
There is help available to become an inclusive employer!
Service providers are an exceptional resource available to employers who are ready to build their capacity for diversity and inclusion. Canada is home to hundreds of Service Providers specializing in employment inclusion.
Hire for Talent includes a network of organizations that can help your business recruit, hire, train and retain people with disabilities.
Quiz: Find Out How Much You Know About Disabilities Article Count: 8
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Where do I start? Article Count: 5
Our Team Article Count: 6
Events Article Count: 1
Featured Article Count: 3
Tools for Quebec Article Count: 1
Tool 1 : Introduction to people with disabilities in the workplace Article Count: 2
Discover organizations that can help you on your path to inclusion, and learn more about statistics related to people with disabilities in the workplace.
Tool 2 : Legal Issues in Quebec Article Count: 3
Learn more about the legal aspects of including people with disabilities in the workplace.
Tool 3 : Deafness and Hard-of-Hearing Article Count: 6
Familiarize yourself with the basics of Quebec sign language and the benefits of learning it for your workplace.
Tool 4 : Neuromixed Communication Article Count: 1
Learn how to better communicate with people with autism in your workplace.
