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A team of applied researchers building employer capacity to develop inclusive and accessible workplaces for persons with disabilities. Affiliated w/ McMaster University and the Institute for Work & Health vraie-idea.ca #InclusiveEmployment #pwd

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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20h
Mentor Canada is planning the 2026 Canadian Mentoring Summit. Join mentoring practitioners, researchers, youth-serving organizations, and leaders from across Canada to share insights, strengthen programs, and expand mentoring opportunities for young people. mentorcanada.ca/en/2026-cana...
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2026 Canadian Mentoring Summit | Mentor Canada
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 23h
We welcome Tammy Morris as keynote speaker at our upcoming symposium! The event brings the perspectives of employers, labour representatives, and community organizations to share practical, innovative approaches to designing accessible, inclusive workplaces. Register: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym...
Promotional speaker highlight graphic for Symposium 2026: Inclusion is the Future of Work. The image features a headshot of Tammy Morris on the left and a speaker biography on the right. Text identifies Tammy Morris as Accessibility and Neuroinclusion Leader at EY Canada. Event details at the bottom indicate October 26-27, 2026, hybrid format, at the Campbell Conference Facility, University of Toronto. Logos for VRAIE IDEA, For Diverse Youth, Institute for Work & Health, McMaster University, University of Toronto, New Frontiers in Research Fund and the Government of Canada appear along the top and bottom of the graphic.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 29/09/2026
Policies and legislation provide an important foundation, but creating accessible workplaces requires action at every level. In this episode, Carmine Tiano discusses how we can all build workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. 🎧 Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Quote graphic featuring a headshot of Carmine Tiano, Director of Occupational Services, Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario, on a purple and teal background with IDEA and 4DY branding. The quote reads: “In this country, every province since January of 1985 amalgamated all their policies to follow the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Yet in 2026, we are still talking about accommodations, how to make it equitable, how to create open workplaces. The problem is not with the people that have the disabilities - problem is us.” Text at the bottom states that the IDEA | 4DY podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 28/09/2026
Last week, our IDEA 4DY team joined the Youth Employment Services (YES) Inclusive Job Fair in Scarborough! We connected with young people, heard about their goals and aspirations, and their journeys into the world of work. Big thank you to the YES team for creating a welcoming space for connection.
A representative at an exhibitor booth speaks with attendees during a job fair. The table contains brochures, sign-up materials and promotional items, with information displayed on a banner behind the booth.A representative at an IDEA 4DY information booth speaks with an attendee carrying a backpack at a job fair. Informational materials are displayed on the table, with an IDEA 4DY banner visible in the background.Four event participants stand beside an IDEA 4DY banner at a community employment event. The banner highlights the program's focus on creating sustainable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/09/2026
📢 We're excited to welcome Valerie Vanderwyk, Executive Director of Indigenous Skills, Employment, Apprenticeship and Development (ISEAD), as a keynote speaker at this year's Symposium titled Inclusion is the Future of Work. Learn more and register: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym...
Promotional graphic for Symposium 2026: Inclusion is the Future of Work. The graphic features a headshot of keynote speaker Valerie Vanderwyk on the left. On the right, text identifies Valerie Vanderwyk as Executive Director of Indigenous Skills, Employment, Apprenticeship and Development (ISEAD) with a short version of her bio[SC2.1]. Event details appear in a purple banner: October 26 to 27, 2026, hybrid format, Campbell Conference Facility, University of Toronto. Logos for VRAIE IDEA, 4DY, the Institute for Work & Health, McMaster University, the University of Toronto Centre for Industrial Relations & Human Resources, New Frontiers in Research Fund, and the Government of Canada are displayed. Decorative silhouettes representing disability and inclusion appear along the bottom of the graphic.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/09/2026
We're thrilled to welcome Bilan Arte and Sharon McCarry as our Day Two hosts for the IDEA 4DY Symposium! Together, they'll guide the symposium participants through hands-on learning and practices in building inclusive workplace systems. Learn more and register: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym...
Promotional graphic for Symposium 2026 with the theme “Inclusion is the future of work.” Two featured Masters of Ceremonies are shown in portrait photos. On the left, Bilan Arte, National Representative of Human Rights at the Canadian Labour Congress. On the right, Sharon McCarry, National Inclusion Lead of Autism Research at the Autism Alliance of Canada. Event details indicate October 26 to 27, 2026, hybrid format, at Campbell Conference Facility, University of Toronto. Logos for VRAIE IDEA, 4DY, Institute for Work & Health, McMaster University, University of Toronto Centre for Industrial Relations & Human Resources, New Frontiers in Research Fund, and the Government of Canada appear along the top and bottom. Decorative silhouettes of people with diverse mobility aids appear in the background.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 22/09/2026
Tune in as Stuart Simpson and other apprenticeship experts speak about the importance of a culture of trust, inclusion, and psychological safety to build confidence, strengthen skills, and support long-term success in the skilled trades. 🎧 Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Graphic featuring a headshot of Stuart Simpson on a purple and teal background. Text identifies Stuart as “Training Director, SMART Local 47 Training Centre Inc.” A featured quote reads: “When apprentices know they’re being supported and not judged, they’re more likely to ask questions, learn from their mistakes, and continue their improvement. That’s kind of our motto here. We make them feel welcome, we make them feel comfortable. Everybody learns at a different pace.” Footer text notes that the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 21/09/2026
🔦 Student Researcher Spotlight: Meet Taseen Islam Taseen is contributing to the IDEA 4DY initiative by researching barriers and promising practices for youth with disabilities, contributing to more inclusive employment pathways. Learn more about Taseen's work: vraie-idea.ca/profiles/tas...
Taseen Islam, wearing a black suit and red tie in a round frame with a purple accent. His name and title, "Co-op student" is under the frame, with the IDEA 4DY logo above the frame.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 17/09/2026
Episode 3 is out now! Listen as Valerie Vanderwyk, Carmine Tiano, Josh Ivany and Stuart Simpson explore how apprenticeship systems can better support neurodivergent youth, youth with intellectual disabilities and youth navigating mental health challenges. 🎧 Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Promotional graphic for the VRAIE IDEA and 4DY podcast series. The image features five speaker headshots displayed across a purple and teal background. Text identifies the host as Bridgette Sterling and the guests as Valerie Vanderwyk (Indigenous Skills, Employment, Apprenticeship, and Development), Stuart Simpson (SMART Local 47 Training Centre Inc.), Carmine Tiano (Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario), and Joshua Ivany (Skills Canada Newfoundland and Labrador). A microphone icon appears beside the episode title: “Episode 3: Building Inclusive Apprenticeship Pathways: Standards and Best Practices.” The graphic also notes that the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 16/09/2026
Join us next week for the final session in a three-part Lunch & Learn series with the Ontario Disability Employment Network. We'll share evidence-based resources and gather feedback on its impact. ASL is provided. Register today: ontariodisabilityemploymentnetwork15.wildapricot.org/event-6684796
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Ontario Disability Employment Network - 3-Part Series Introducing the Inclusive Design for Employment Access (IDEA) Project.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 15/09/2026
🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Ashvene Sureshkumar on completing her PhD! 🎓 Her research explored online mindfulness-based interventions for persons living with MS in Canada, advancing our understanding of accessible and equitable systems. We’re proud of her achievement! 👏
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 14/09/2026
Coming up on Thursday: Episode 3 of the IDEA | 4DY Podcast Series! In our upcoming episode, Stuart Simpson shares promising practices from his work training diverse youth in the sheet metal trades. Subscribe to our mailing list to get notified when the new ep. drops! vraie-idea.ca/join-our-com... 👀
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 10/09/2026
🎧 In the latest episode of the IDEA | 4DY Podcast Series, Andrew Dixon shares how the Nine Domains framework can help build better and more inclusive workplaces by design, not by chance. Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Graphic featuring a headshot of Andrew Dixon, on a purple and teal background. Text identifies Andrew Dixon as “Senior Research Officer,  IDEA 4DY, University of Toronto. “Humans are messy. Inclusion work is messy. Getting it right the first time is lucky. The systems approach helps remove the need for luck because there is a built-in framework of continual improvement that allows us to work through that messiness. It’s about including persons, meeting needs, and building better workplaces...” Footer text notes that the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 08/09/2026
As hiring season is coming up around the corner, are you recruiting and hiring with disability inclusion in mind? Our Designing Disability-Inclusive Career Fairs guide provides actionable recommendations. Download the guide and start planning: 🔗 www.vraie-idea.ca/resources/re...
Promotional graphic from IDEA 4DY featuring the cover of a resource titled Designing Disability Inclusive Career Fairs: A Guide for Career Fair Organizers, Job Seekers, Employers, and Other Collaborators (May 2025). The guide cover appears on the left against a purple background, while the right-side text reads: “How to design career fairs that are more accessible and inclusive, even in resource constrained contexts.”
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 04/09/2026
Looking to grow your team? 📣 YES is hosting its Fall 2026 Inclusive Job Fair on Sept. 24, connecting employers with diverse, pre-screened and job-ready candidates. Includes a free Employer Learning Lunch and Sensory-Friendly Hour. Register: form.jotform.com/262215516520...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 02/09/2026
Tune in as Dilshan Fernando shares how the Nine Domains framework can help organizations weave accessibility and inclusion into everyday practices and decision-making. 🎧 Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Graphic featuring a headshot of Dilshan Fernando on a purple and teal background. Text identifies Dilshan Fernando as “Research Associate,  IDEA and Accessibility and Employment Equity, University of Guelph.” A featured quote reads: “Thinking about systems as they evolve over time means creating incremental change rather than drastic quick fixes. The Nine Domains help us locate all the activities of an organization and think about integrating inclusion and accessibility into each of those areas.” Footer text notes that the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 31/08/2026
Missed one of our IDEA webinars this year? While our IDEA Speaker Series and Early Career Researcher Talks are on a summer pause until the fall, you can still catch up on the insightful conversations you've missed. 🎥 Watch recordings on our website: vraie-idea.ca/events/webin...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 27/08/2026
Coming soon: Episode 3 of the IDEA | 4DY Podcast Series! In our upcoming episode, Valerie Vanderwyk shares a powerful analogy that reimagines how we approach accessibility, inclusion and belonging. Stay tuned for the full conversation. 👀 open.spotify.com/show/033E7n8...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/08/2026
We're thrilled to welcome Anne Kresta and returning MC Peter Field as our Day One hosts for the IDEA 4DY Symposium! Together, they'll help kick off conversations on building proactive workplace systems that support inclusive work. Stay tuned! 📢
Promotional graphic for “Symposium 2026: Inclusion is the Future of Work.” The image features two master of ceremonies speakers with their names and titles: Anne Kresta, President and Executive Director of Level It Up, and Peter Field, Research Associate at IDEA and IDEA-STEM. Event details indicate October 26 to 27, 2026, in a hybrid format at the Campbell Conference Facility, University of Toronto. Logos for VRAIE IDEA and For Diverse Youth appear at the top, with partner organization logos along the bottom. Decorative silhouettes of people with diverse mobility and accessibility needs are shown in the background.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 24/08/2026
Welcome to IDEA 4DY, Khulan ZalaaUul! 🎉 As our new Communications Coordinator, Khulan will help share research, stories, and resources that advance disability inclusion and meaningful employment opportunities for youth with disabilities. Join us in welcoming her to the IDEA community! 👏
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 21/08/2026
In the latest episode of the IDEA | 4DY Podcast Series, Tammy Morris shares insights on building truly inclusive workplaces and why lasting change requires more than individual effort. 🎧 Listen now: vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
Graphic featuring a headshot of Tammy Morris on a purple and teal background. Text identifies Tammy Morris as “Director, Consulting: Accessibility & Neuroinclusion Leader, EY Canada.” A featured quote reads: “I often describe culture change as individual behavior plus systems change. Yes, we need people to behave differently, leaders to model inclusion, managers to adapt routines, teams to communicate more accessibly. But if the systems around them don’t change, then behaviors are hard to sustain, despite any best intentions.” Footer text notes that the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 19/08/2026
❓Did you know? IDEA's predecessor, CRWDP, spent 8 years researching employment for Canadians with disabilities. Key findings: accommodations matter, invisible disabilities face unique barriers and systemic challenges still limit opportunities. Explore the research: www.vraie-idea.ca/our-work/crwdp
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 13/08/2026
Episode 2 is here! We are excited to share the second episode of our IDEA 4DY Podcast Series. "Workplace Systems and Continual Improvement: IDEA 9 Domains Framework for Disability Inclusion" Find it on the IDEA website, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
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Workplace Systems and Continual Improvement: IDEA 9 Domains Framework for Disability Inclusion
In the second episode of our series, we explore neuroinclusion, workplace accessibility, retention, and the systems that make inclusion sustainable. In the second episode of our series, we explore neu...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 29/07/2026
September 22: Join IDEA's Rebecca Gewurtz, W. Francis Fung, Julia Holmes, and Logan Wong as they share the evidence-based resources they have developed and gather feedback on the impact these resources are making. ontariodisabilityemploymentnetwork15.wildapricot.org/event-668479
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 28/07/2026
In a recent Journey to Inclusion, we explored the workplace experiences of neurodiverse Black and racialized youth. Watch the Journey: developed by youth to amplify youth voices and contribute to a more inclusive dialogue on employment.
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Myth Busters
Neurodiverse Black and racialized youth share their workplace experiences, challenges, and needs in this Journey to Inclusion video.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 21/07/2026
The IDEA webinar archive is your go-to source for recordings from the IDEA Speaker Series and Early Career Researcher Talks. These webinars allow you to learn about activities within and beyond IDEA, and while sessions are paused during the summer–it's the perfect time to check out the archive!
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Webinars | VRAIE IDEA
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 17/07/2026
Looking for a practical tool to translate lived experience into action? Use the resource directory below to find guidance on workplace accommodations, inclusive communication, training approaches, and anti-racism frameworks.
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Disability-inclusive employment resource directory for Autistic and neurodivergent youth with intersectional identities
The disability-inclusive employment resource directory was developed as a practical tool to translate lived experience into action. The disability-inclusive employment resource directory was developed...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/06/2026
The IDEA | 4DY Podcast is here! We are excited to share the first episode with our network, "Rethinking workplace design: From access to system transformation." Find it on the IDEA website, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts vraie-idea.ca/resources/po...
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Headshots and names of the host and guests

Host Bridgette Sterling
Anne Kresta, Level IT Up
Emile Tompa, IDEA and IWH
Rafael Gomez, CIRHR, U of T

Episode 1: Rethinking Workplace Design: From Access to Systems Transformation
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 24/06/2026
The DEC Conference brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates to explore how inclusive practices can drive economic success and innovation. Proposal submissions are being accepted until July 6: site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...
Disability and Work in Canada : Moving Forward Together

Logos of the Steering Committee Organizations: realize, CCRW, Ontarion Network of Injured Worker Groups, Inclusion Canada, VRAIE IDEA. IDEA-STEM, Rick Hansen Foundation
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 22/06/2026
The IDEA | 4DY Podcast is launching this Thursday, June 25th and will be available on Apple Podcasts And Spotify.
IDEA|4DY Podcast with Bridgette Sterling. Premiers June 25, 2026
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 15/06/2026
The IDEA at Work quarterly newsletter brings attention to the work and accomplishments of IDEA members and partners. Find exciting announcements about future projects, new resources, opportunities to participate in research, and upcoming events. Catch up with the Spring 2026 newsletter
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IDEA at Work - Issue 11
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 26/05/2026
Jon us this Friday, May 29 at 10:30 a.m. ET for an introduction to plain language. The next IDEA Speaker Series webinar featuring Rachel Mills, from Inclusion Canada will offer tips and strategies for making communications more accessible. Learn more and register: vraie-idea.ca/events/intro...
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Introduction to plain language
Overview Overview Plain language is an essential and often overlooked part of accessibility. There is a myth that plain language is only useful for specific populations. The reality is that everyone b...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/05/2026
Check out Scarlet’s Journey to Inclusion to find out how inclusive workplaces make it easier for people to contribute without constantly having to prove that they can. vraie-idea.ca/journeys/sca...
Inclusion isn’t about changing the type of work someone does, but about how that work is set up. When accessibility is considered in how a workplace functions, whether it’s a busy, unpredictable environment or a more structured one, it creates space for different ways of working and participating.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 22/04/2026
Share your story with IDEA’s Journeys to Inclusion. We’re inviting persons with disabilities, employers, and workplace leaders to share their experiences of building inclusive workplaces. Connect: info@vraie-idea.ca #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #InclusiveWorkplaces.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20/04/2026
Inclusive leadership starts with listening. In Paul Walsh’s Journey, one key idea stands out: build accessibility in from the start, so people do not have to ask for accommodations. A reminder that inclusion is shaped by everyday workplace practices. Read full story: vraie-idea.ca/journeys/pau...
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Paul's Journey
Paul Walsh is the Chief Executive Officer at the Autism Society of Newfoundland & Labrador. He is responsible for the overall direction of the organization and oversight of its daily operations. Previ...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 17/04/2026
Join IDEA Speaker Series on April 24: Closing the Employment Gap in Inclusive Employment. Learn practical ways to build employer readiness and support sustainable hiring for people with intellectual disabilities and autistic people. Register: Sign up here vraie-idea.ca/events/closi...
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Closing the employment gap in inclusive employment
Overview Overview This webinar explores the concept of the “Preparation Gap” in inclusive employment and why building employer capacity is essential for sustainable hiring outcomes. While many employm...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 15/04/2026
Happening today: IDEA ECR Talk How does brain fog linked to chronic pain affect work? Last chance to register: vraie-idea.ca/events/brain... #WorkplaceEvidence
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Brain fog & chronic pain in the workplace
Overview Overview In this presentation, Ronessa Dass will provide an overview of what chronic pain related brain fog is, how it might impact people's participation in the workplace, and why it is impo...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 13/04/2026
Call for Proposals Stream 21: Disability, Equity, and Work at EDI Conference 2026 (Marrakech), led by Emile Tompa. Seeking research on how systems, policy, and workplace practices shape inclusion. Global perspectives encouraged. www.edi-conference.org/streams.php #CallForProposals #EDI
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EDI Conference 2026, Marrakech, Morocco
Equality Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Conference. Istanbul, Vienna, Norwich, Auckland, Athens, Toulouse, Munich, Tel Aviv, Cyprus, Bern
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 08/04/2026
Join the IDEA ECR Talk on brain fog and chronic pain in the workplace. Learn how it can affect work participation and explore practical support strategies. Register today: vraie-idea.ca/events/brain... #WorkplaceTools #ResearchInPractice
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Brain fog & chronic pain in the workplace
Overview Overview In this presentation, Ronessa Dass will provide an overview of what chronic pain related brain fog is, how it might impact people's participation in the workplace, and why it is impo...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 07/04/2026
These Creating Inclusive Employment resources share key findings on barriers and pathways for youth with disabilities in tech-enabled roles. Use them to inform programs and workforce planning: vraie-idea.ca/resources/in... #WorkplaceTools #InclusiveEmployment
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Creating Inclusive Employment: building strong digital futures for youth with disabilities
The Creating Inclusive Employment (CIE) project is a March of Dimes Canada project that examines the state of digital skill development for youth with disabilities in Canada. The Creating Inclusive Em...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 26/03/2026
Have you secured your spot for tomorrow's IDEA Speaker Series webinar on EDIA training? The session will demonstrate Module 1: EDIA Foundations and invite participant feedback to strengthen learning design. Register: vraie-idea.ca/events/equit... #EDIA #WorkplaceTools
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Equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility training for transformation
Overview Overview Each learner approaches their EDIA journey with different knowledge, skills, and lived experience. This webinar discusses and demonstrates the IDEA approach to EDIA training, designe...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 23/03/2026
Public sector hiring processes can limit access for persons with disabilities. This guide presents practical ways to adapt staffing across recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Views reflect the author's analysis. vraie-idea.ca/resources/re... #PublicSector #InclusiveHiring
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Hiring persons with disabilities and support needs in public sector organizations: Reflection guide on staffing practices
The staffing processes and structures of public sector organizations can act as a barrier to hiring persons with disabilities, particularly those with more support needs. The staffing processes and st...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 19/03/2026
Call for proposals now open for the 2026 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion International Conference. Stream 21 focuses on disability, equity, & work, and is chaired by IDEA members Emile Tompa, Daniel Samosh, Dilshan Fernando, & Andrew Dixon. Learn more and submit: www.edi-conference.org/streams.php
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EDI Conference 2026, Marrakech, Morocco
Equality Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Conference. Istanbul, Vienna, Norwich, Auckland, Athens, Toulouse, Munich, Tel Aviv, Cyprus, Bern
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 13/03/2026
This report on the transition from school to work analyzes employment, job quality, earnings, and student debt for postsecondary graduates with disabilities. Use it for better policy and workplace planning. vraie-idea.ca/resources/re... #InclusiveEmployment #WorkplaceEvidence
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Postsecondary graduates with disabilities: Transition to the labour market, employment characteristics, and student debt
Transitioning from postsecondary education to employment is challenging for many graduates, but those with disabilities often face additional barriers. Transitioning from postsecondary education to em...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 11/03/2026
Happening today: IDEA Early Career Researcher Talk with Janice Lam (Schulich School of Business, York University). Her talk explores how persons with disabilities navigate disclosure of disability related achievements in job applications. vraie-idea.ca/events/appli...
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Application able-ing: Disclosing disability in job applications
Overview Overview In Canada, persons with disabilities face higher unemployment rates than those without disabilities and very few hold leadership positions. Within this context, understanding how per...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 09/03/2026
What is a disability inclusion champion and how can organizations support this role? IDEA’s microlearning resource provides practical guidance for leaders to identify and support disability inclusion champions. Designed for workplace use: vraie-idea.ca/resources/mi... #IDEATools
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Disability inclusion champions: fostering leadership in workplace accessibility and engagement
Workplace disability inclusion champions play a critical role in enhancing organizational disability confidence and inclusion. Workplace disability inclusion champions play a critical role in enhancin...
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 06/03/2026
The 2nd National Youth Summit on Episodic Disabilities and Employment hosted by Realize, will take place on March 7, 2026. The event brings youth, employers, and partners together to advance inclusive employment. Learn more: www.realizecanada.org/events/2026-...
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2026 National Youth Summit on Episodic Disabilities and Employment
Realize is hosting the 2nd National Youth Summit on Episodic Disabilities and Employment on March 7, 2026 from 10:00am to 4:00pm (Eastern Time). This year’s hybrid event will focus on The Future of…
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 04/03/2026
Inclusion requires intentional action. In IDEA’s latest Journey to Inclusion, the YES Workability team shares how they engage with employers to build inclusive, mentally healthy workplaces. Learn more and listen here: vraie-idea.ca/journeys/yes...
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YES Workability Journey
This podcast-style Journey explores how the Workability team at YES (Youth Employment Services) works with employers to build more inclusive, healthy workplaces.
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 03/03/2026
IDEA is hosting two webinars this March on disability inclusion and accessible employment. Join us on March 11 and 27 to learn, reflect, and connect. Learn more and register through the IDEA Events webpage at: vraie-idea.ca/events?topic... #InclusiveEmployment #Accessibility
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VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 27/02/2026
Happening today. Join us live as Daniel Samosh shares IDEA’s Designing Disability Inclusive Career Fairs guide and practical ways to reduce barriers in career fair planning and participation. Register: vraie-idea.ca/events/desig... #InclusiveEmployment #IDEAresources
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Designing disability inclusive career fairs
Overview Overview In this webinar, Dan Samosh will share a recent resource, created by IDEA’s Hub on Transitions to Work and Career Development, on how to make career fairs more disability inclusive. ...
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