When we work together, everyone benefits.
The right supports from educated professionals are an important part of creating an inclusive society. We know that inclusive communities, workplaces, and school environments experience positive impacts for all who are involved.
Employment Agencies
No One Left Behind
Based on the research done by FSNE, with the support of Ready, Willing and Able, this document provides a pathway towards change for employment partners by outlining the principles of a Consultative Selling Employment Model with third-party support and offering guidelines for implementation.
Resources for Service Providers
Building a more inclusive community means making meaningful changes to the current system, including creating accessible workplaces, adopting inclusive hiring practices, rethinking challenges, and developing new kinds of jobs. These resources are for agencies and employers to help them begin implementing these practices.
The Role of Agencies
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Maintaining a connection after an individual is employed is integral to long-term success.
Speakers: Derek Roy
Successful Employment – From Agencies
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Third-party agencies play more of a part in employment outcomes than simply being an employment service.
Speakers: Derek Roy, Chris King, Jacqueline Harrison, Diane Engelstad
What is a Real Job?
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How do we change current perceptions that jobs paying less than minimum wage are gainful employment opportunities for individuals with a disability?
Speakers: Rima Al-Salah
Education
The Value of Inclusive Education
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All students learn better in classrooms where there is respect for diversity and equity.
Speakers: Diane Richler
School as an Opportunity
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School is an important first step to acquiring the tools needed for future employment.
Speakers: Joe Dale, Chris King, Derek Roy
What to Ask From Schools
1:47
The school system provides valuable opportunities to learn about the workforce for all students.
Speakers: Joe Dale, Chris King
Employers
Advantages of Hiring a Person With Intellectual Disability
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Employers that hire from a diverse talent pool see increased productivity and boosted morale for all their employees.
Speakers: Jeannette Campbell
It’s Not What You See
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The perceptions of employers must evolve to start conversations that lead to employment outcomes.
Speaker: Allen Anderson
The Different Types of Support
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Service providers discuss the different types of support available to job seekers in Ontario.
Speakers: Keenan Wellar, Brad Horne
What Employers Need
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An employer-agency relationship is a crucial part of ensuring successful employment matches.
Speakers: Joe Dale
Understanding the Job Seeker
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Michael Kaulfus shares the process of finding the right employment for the individuals he supports.
Speakers: Michael Kalfus
Building a Network
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Building relationships within the community is an important step to finding future success.
Speakers: Chris King, Derek Roy, Jacqueline Harrison