Inclusion improves business
In Ontario and across Canada, employers are in a fierce competition to secure the best talent. One way that businesses can do this is by prioritizing accessibility and inclusion in their hiring practices.
Inclusive businesses that hire people with disabilities grow profits up to three times faster than their competitors. They also experience a 72% increase in productivity.
Know your stats:
- 72% higher employee retention rate among people with disabilities
footnote 2 - 92% of consumers favour companies that hire people with disabilities
footnote 2 - 63% of people with disabilities do not require accommodations in their workplace
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Look who’s
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Read case studies of how businesses — big and small — recognize the benefits of hiring people with disabilities.
- Tools for success
Give employees with disabilities the tools they need to thrive in the workplace. - Create an accessible workplace
Make employment practices accessible to meet the needs of employees and job applicants with disabilities. - Support for employees
Find programs and services that support workers and job seekers of all abilities.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
NDEAM is held nationally each October to increase awareness of the benefits of hiring people with disabilities.
- Promote NDEAM: share and use the social media shareable (JPG).
- Light It Up! For NDEAM: It's more than just a special lighting event, it ignites a conversation about disability inclusion in employment.