Custom Assistive Technology Program
CanAssist at the University of Victoria develops customized assistive technology for workers with disabilities in BC.
a Presidents Group initiative
CanAssist at the University of Victoria develops customized assistive technology for workers with disabilities in BC.
We are delighted to work with West Coast Wildflowers to spotlight Alissa Assu’s story leading the small business she owns and operates. She is both an inclusive employer and someone who is Indigenous and has an invisible disability.
NIDMAR’s Reducing Poverty Initiative aims to support individuals who have acquired a physical or mental health impairment and their employers in the return-to-work journey.
The Office of the Chief Accessibility Officer of Canada is thrilled to present ‘’Talking Accessibility,’’ a series of stories and conversations about what accessibility really means.
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We are profiling people with disability living and working in BC who love what they do! For this video, we worked with Gabi & Jules to spotlight Breanne Grainger’s story about working with an inclusive employer.
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We are delighted to work with our member BC Transit to spotlight Adam Bishop’s story about working with an inclusive employer.
High school student, Lucas, loves his part-time job at Meridian Meats & Seafood. Through Canucks Autism Network (CAN) and Ready, Willing, & Able (RWA), Lucas was able to access on-the-job supports at Meridian to help him increase his confidence and find success in his work.
Articulating the difference between accessibility and inclusion can be tricky. It’s important to understand when creating a workplace culture that engages with and values disabled people.
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Presidents Group is delighted to work with Small Business BC and True Calling Media to spotlight Roop Johal’s story about working with an inclusive employer.
You will hear about inclusive workplaces, legal requirements, correct terminology, and how pursuing diversity and inclusion will give you a competitive advantage and broader consumer reach.
Kirsten’s resume is impressive, however on paper, you wouldn’t assume she’d end up as the Head of Production at a 3D animation pipeline. Find out how she landed at Daz 3D and is making a huge impact to increase representation working in tech!
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Katherine is a Software Quality Analyst working with Vancity, a Presidents Group member. Katherine says she “gets paid to break things for a living.”
This ‘Business to Business’ guide offers inclusive workforce best practices distilled from decades of experience and expertise.
This informative webinar from 2020 was meant to equip business owners with the tools and know-how to build a more inclusive workplace.
‘Don’t be afraid to talk about it.’ Neurodiverse HSBC employees share their experiences and the distinct skills they bring to the bank.
In 2018, the Presidents Group advisory committee gathered to share stories of their projects, policies, successes and challenges in inclusive employment strategies.