Alissa Assu’s Story as an Inclusive Employer

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.

Return to Work: the Reducing Poverty Initiative

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.

Breanne Grainger’s Story with an Inclusive Employer

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.

Autism in the Workplace: Lucas’ Story

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.

Accessibility vs Inclusion

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.

Making Room for Disability in Tech

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!

Neurodiversity, Work, and Me

‘Don’t be afraid to talk about it.’ Neurodiverse HSBC employees share their experiences and the distinct skills they bring to the bank.

2018 Presidents Group Roundtable

In 2018, the Presidents Group advisory committee gathered to share stories of their projects, policies, successes and challenges in inclusive employment strategies. 

Spring 2018 Employer Training Event

In Spring 2018, Presidents Group (now Accessible Employers) hosted an employer event with guest speakers, leading engaging dialogue and learning throughout the day.