VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 07/10/2026We’re pleased to welcome Raf Khan of EMC. With 25+ years of experience in workforce development and talent strategy, Raf helps manufacturers build inclusive workplaces and adapt to changing workforce needs. Register today: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 06/10/2026🔦 Student Researcher Spotlight: Meet Rafiq Omair, Research Assistant with IDEA 4DY. Rafiq supports research on disability-inclusive employment, accessibility, and workforce development. Learn more about Rafiq and his work: vraie-idea.ca/profiles/raf... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 01/10/2026October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM)! 💜 Inclusive workplaces are built through collaboration among employers, workers, community partners, researchers and people with lived experiences. Register now and join our symposium: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 01/10/20262026 Symposium Lightning Talks will spotlight emerging insights and real-world strategies from leaders working to advance accessibility, inclusion, and workforce participation. Here is the line up for Day 1. 🔗 Learn more and register for virtual access: vraie-idea.ca/idea-4dy-sym... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 30/09/2026We 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 29/09/2026Policies 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... 010
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 28/09/2026Last 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. 010
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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/09/2026We'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... 020
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 22/09/2026Tune 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... 001
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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 17/09/2026Episode 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... 010
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! 👏 010
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 14/09/2026Coming 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... 👀 010
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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 08/09/2026As 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 04/09/2026Looking 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 02/09/2026Tune 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 31/08/2026Missed 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 27/08/2026Coming 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... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/08/2026We'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! 📢 001
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 24/08/2026Welcome 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! 👏 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 21/08/2026In 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... 000
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 001
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/06/2026The 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... 012
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 24/06/2026The 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... 100
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 22/06/2026The IDEA | 4DY Podcast is launching this Thursday, June 25th and will be available on Apple Podcasts And Spotify. 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 25/05/2026Check 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... 032
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20/01/2026Join us for the next IDEA Speaker Series. Learn how My Autistic Employee helps managers support autistic employees at work. Research insights from Marc Lanovaz, Université de Montréal. Register: vraie-idea.ca/events #IDEASpeakerSeries #AutismInclusion #InclusiveEmployment 031
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 23/10/2025Have you supported students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in internships or work? please consider participating in this @researchtmu.bsky.social study on workplace safety. Details below. Complete the survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 033
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 19/09/2025Are you ready to reimagine the future of inclusive workplaces? Join us for an inspiring conversation on implementation of inclusive employment practices as tools to support employer journeys. Don't forget to register: vraie-idea.ca/about-us/ide... #IDEASymposium #Innovation #WorkplaceInclusion 020
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 16/09/2025Exciting news! Agnes McLachlan, Manager of Global Well-being at TELUS, will deliver the Closing Keynote at the IDEA Symposium on inclusive workplaces. Don’t miss it: vraie-idea.ca/idea-symposium #IDEASymposium #Inclusion 010
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 10/09/2025Excited for our IDEA Symposium opening keynote! Susanne Bruyère, Professor & Director of the Yang-Tan Institute at Cornell will share powerful insights on inclusive employment practices. Don’t miss her vision for accessible, equitable workplaces! vraie-idea.ca/idea-symposium 011
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 09/09/2025Marquez votre calendrier pour le 26 septembre avec la présentatrice Monique Gignac, Directrice scientifique et Chercheuse senior à l'IWH, pour en apprendre davantage sur l'outil de planification des exigences professionnelles et des accommodements. vraie-idea.ca/events/suppo... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 09/09/2025The IDEA Speaker Series is back! Mark your calendar for September 26 with presenter Monique Gignac—Scientific Director & Senior Scientist at IWH—to learn about the Job Demands and Accommodation Planning Tool. #InclusiveWorkplaces #IDEASpeakerSeries vraie-idea.ca/events/suppo... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 19/03/2025VRAIE Séries D'Orateurs - Abordera les tendances du marché du travail, les besoins des employeurs et les stratégies visant à améliorer les possibilités d'emploi Vendredi 28 mars 2025 12:00 p.m. à 13:00 p.m. EDT Más información e inscripción... vraie-idea.ca/fr/evenement... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 19/03/2025IDEA Speaker Series - Labour market trends, employer needs, and strategies to advance opportunities March 28, 2025, 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EDT Find out more and register below vraie-idea.ca/events/labou... #InclusiveEmployment #pwd 140
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 06/02/2025Are you an experienced communications professional looking for your next opportunity, or do you know someone in the market for a great new role? We are hashtag#hiring for a National Operations and Communications Coordinator for our team! Check out the posting, here: www.iwh.on.ca/opportunitie... 000
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20/12/2024Sending best wises for a happy holiday from everyone at IDEA. We look forward to continued growth in the new year. 020
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 26/11/2024Friday, November 29, 12:00 p.m. EST: WorkAbility: Redesigning the Workplace DNA with Sinead McCarthy and Shari Raghoo of Youth Employment Services vraie-idea.ca/events/worka... 001
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20/11/2024We are proud to share that IDEA is collaborating in a knowledge-to-practice initiative with the Government of Canada. Learn about the collaboration and the projects being undertaken on the IDEA website: vraie-idea.ca/our-work/ide... 010
VRAIE-IDEA @vraie-idea.ca · 20/11/2024IDEA is delighted to be supporting the DWC initiative by participating on its Steering Committee. Join us for #DWC2024 Learn more and register for the conference, here: vraie-idea.ca/events/stren... 110