A federally funded initiative will help construction and manufacturing employers in Canada improve their ability to recruit and retain young workers with …
People with Disabilities
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Job tenure differs by disability type, Statistics Canada finds
Employees with disabilities have a median job tenure that generally matches what would be expected given their age, gender and sector, but …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeatured
Advocates warn federal budget cuts could reduce diversity and inclusion initiatives
By Sarah Ritchie Advocates are raising concerns that upcoming federal budget cuts and expected job losses in the public service will jeopardize programs …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedTop Employers
CIBC earns top score for workplace disability inclusion
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCIBC has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion after earning a top score on the 2025 Canada …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsPayroll
Canada disability benefit applications open June 20 with first payments in July
Canadians with disabilities can begin applying for the new Canada Disability Benefit starting June 20, with the first payments scheduled for July …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Nearly half of Canadians with disabilities face communication barriers: Statistics Canada
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNearly four million Canadians with disabilities encountered communication barriers in 2022, with in-person interactions and digital access among the most common challenges, …
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FeaturedLegislation & CompliancePayroll
Canada Disability Benefit set to launch in July, provides up to $200 per month in support
The federal government has finalized regulations for the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), paving the way for payments to begin in July, Minister …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedTraining & Development
Internship program exposes graduating high-schoolers with developmental disabilities to career opportunities
By Maggie Macintosh | Winnipeg Free Press Oly Backstrom’s new bling has renewed his belief in the power of Project Search — a …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Alberta creating new social support program for people with disabilities able to work
By Jack Farrell Alberta’s government says it’s looking to help people with disabilities join and stay in the workforce without losing access to …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionOpinion
How universities can help make our cities more accessible for people with disabilities
By Carmela Cucuzzella, Université de Montréal People living with disabilities, ranging in severity, regularly face barriers. Oftentimes, built environments are designed in …
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