RESOURCES FOR EMPLOYERS
Frequently Asked Questions
Benefits of Inclusive Employment
Inclusive employment provides our clients with the opportunity to contribute their skills and talents in meaningful ways while fostering independence and financial stability. It also builds our clients’ self-esteem and confidence, as they contribute to their workplace. It creates opportunities for further skill development through work experience. By participating in the workforce, our clients experience greater inclusion, respect, and empowerment in society.
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Inclusive employment also creates diverse workplaces that encourage innovation, problem-solving, and collaboration, which benefits both employees and employers. Inclusive hiring also helps break down social barriers and reduce stigma, promoting equality and community integration.
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​By partnering with us, employers gain not only skilled and motivated employees but also the tools and knowledge to build a diverse and inclusive workforce.
The Business Case for Inclusive Employment
“According to Statistics Canada, over 740,000 working-age adults with disabilities are unemployed but eager to work, while 81% of youth with disabilities could join the workforce if provided the right accommodations”
Performance & Profitability
Inclusive businesses report 1.6x more revenue and 2.6x more net income compared to their peers. (Benefits Canada)
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Companies that prioritize inclusion also report higher performance outcomes. (Discover Ability)
Savings & Investment Return
Workplace inclusion is an affordable asset with an average $28 return per dollar spent towards accommodations. (Discover Ability)
Most accommodations cost nothing, with only 37% requiring a one-time expense of $500. (Accessible Employers)
Productivity & Innovation
Inclusive organizations nurture innovative and agile workplace cultures. (Smart Options)​​
They also report profit growth up to 3x faster than competitors. (PTBO Canada)
Market Reach
People with disabilities play an important role in the economy as employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, and much more.
Hiring and collaborating with people with disabilities expands access to untapped skills and capital, including a $55 billion consumer market in Canada.
(Discover Ability)​​
Retention & Engagement
Employees with disabilities bring valuable attributes that create a more engaged workforce.
For example, employees with disabilities demonstrate a 72% higher retention rate and equal or better attendance than their peers.
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Customer Loyalty
Accessible workplaces not only benefit employees with disabilities, but also customers experiencing various barriers. (CASE)​​
92% of customers prefer companies that hire inclusively. (Discover Ability)​​
How We Support Employers
Our Facilitators work closely with employers to ensure a successful and positive hiring experience when employing our clients. We provide ongoing support tailored to each workplace, including job coaching, assisting with on-site training, and guidance on creating inclusive practices. Our Facilitators collaborate with employers to match the right candidates to their organizational needs, offer strategies for effective communication, and provide resources to help foster a supportive work environment.
Facilitators are always available to you as an employer to address any concerns and support you with inclusive employment.
Our Facilitators:
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Match our clients with roles that suit both them and the employer
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Advocate for accommodations and support its implementation in the workplace
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Encourage natural supports (co-workers, supervisors, team members)
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Check in with employers to address any concerns or areas for support
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Meet with clients outside of work hours to continue training and skill building that can maintain and enhance job performance
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Help address any issues or concerns that may arise
Partner With Us
Are you an inclusive employer who is interested in hiring one of our clients?
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We are always looking to form new partnerships with inclusive employers and to find new opportunities for meaningful employment for our clients.
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Please fill out the partner with us contact form to get in touch with our Employment Specialist​