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Online tools and platforms can help increase accessibility to public engagement initiatives. However, it is important to remain mindful of barriers that can impede people from learning about, accessing, or participating in a digital engagement event of any kind. 

There’s a lot of information out there about how to “do accessibility” correctly. We compiled some of the best “how-to” practices, tips, and links into one document for creating accessible PowerPoint presentations. 

This guide seeks to educate managers and staff on how to better accommodate people with mental health challenges in the workplace.

Hire for Talent shares four steps for creating an inclusive workplace.

Here are some of the top tech tool recommendations from A-Nu Vision Coaching & Consulting, for professionals with vision loss to succeed in the workplace.

Learn how Canadian employers can leverage this digital support tool for autistic employees to thrive in the workplace.

Simple tips to increase the inclusiveness of your interviews for all candidates, including those with disabilities.

An alternative set of inclusive questions to consider when conducting an interview, and examples of what an employer cannot ask.

In addition to improving accessibility, captions boost engagement, flexibility, user satisfaction, and promote inclusion and engagement in the workplace.

There are many common myths regarding people with vision loss and the workplace! This resource by CNIB BC tackles common misconceptions and offers best practice recommendations.

The CCDI created a toolkit for large businesses creating a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. We compiled a high-level summary of the recommendations.

Every employer can take steps to improve the built environment for employees with disabilities. RHF suggests reviewing these key areas of your workplace when planning for accessibility.

Partnerships between employers and disability employment service organizations (DESOs) are a great option for businesses to recruit candidates with disabilities.

To get the most out of using an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter in your large business’ workplace (whether in-person or virtually), it’s a good idea to educate yourself about what exactly an interpreter does and how they facilitate communication.

Employers have been adapting their business models to fit a “new normal” of remote work, shifting consumer demands, and increased flexibility for staff. While the period has been hard, the increased accessibility is something we can celebrate and reap the benefits of.

Employers have been adapting their business models to fit a “new normal” of remote work, shifting consumer demands, and increased flexibility for staff. While the period has been hard, the increased accessibility is something we can celebrate and reap the benefits of.

This accessible infographic covers quick wins and next steps for addressing mental health in the workplace.

A helpful checklist of what an inclusive employer needs to include in written letters of offer to a new employee.

As you go through the hiring process, keep in mind that declining an applicant is also part of your employer brand. Whenever possible, give the applicant feedback and suggestions for future applications.

If an employer believes that an employee has a substance addiction, or if an employee has self disclosed that they have a disability due to addiction, the employer has a responsibility to approach the issue in a supportive, respectful and collaborative way.