Employees receiving disability assistance from the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction can use an annual earnings exemption (AEE) to keep more of the money they earn from work.
The strategy report synthesizes findings from research and roundtables about organizational inclusion of employees with disabilities, reflecting lessons learned by employers.
Listen to Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, and Lisa Beecroft, Presidents Group Co-Chair, Co-Owner of Gabi & Jules, discuss the benefits of embracing inclusive hiring practices.
As with any new organizational initiative, there are issues you might run into when measuring disability in your workforce. Presidents Group conducted primary research to figure out which barriers are most common amongst employers and identified solutions.
Why are we measuring for disability? Isn’t it enough to hire people with disabilities? There are both business and social benefits from your organization’s choice to measure for disability inclusion.
Make it Count: Measuring for Disability Inclusion in Your Workplace is a practical guide for employers looking to measure the rate of disability inclusion in their workplaces.
The following template has been created to include important accessibility information for job postings. Copy and paste the following a new document and insert your own business’ details.
Applicants with disabilities, like all other applicants, must be able to meet the employer requirements for the job. However, there are certain disability-related questions you cannot ask.
There are different types of interviews and assessments with varying forms of accessibility. Learn about the various forms of these, along with your legal obligations, and suggestions for reference checks before employment.