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Building Stronger Workplaces Through Disability Inclusion

August 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Explores how disability-inclusive hiring practices can strengthen workplace culture, improve employee engagement, and support business succe

Join the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) Skills Bridge team, and the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) online on August 27 at 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (EST) for for a special National Civility Month webinar on Building Stronger Workplaces Through Disability Inclusion.

This engaging 45-minute session introduces the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) and explores how disability-inclusive hiring practices can strengthen workplace culture, improve employee engagement, and support business success.

Led by Jennifer Hope, Director, Development and Capacity Building at ODEN, participants will:

  • Gain a better understanding of what disability looks like in Canada
  • Examine common myths and misconceptions that contribute to bias and employment barriers
  • Learn the value of disability-inclusive hiring
  • Learn from real-world examples of businesses that have benefited from creating a more inclusive workforce

This webinar is presented as part of the OCC’s recognition of National Civility Month 2026.

Partner Presenter:

The Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) is a province-wide organization that brings together businesses and employment service providers to increase employment opportunities for job seekers with disabilities.

ODEN works with businesses to:

  • Enhance their inclusion and diversity efforts with a focus on disability
  • Increase hiring and retention
  • Improve disability awareness and confidence
  • Link businesses to local job seekers

Members come from every corner of Ontario and support people of all disability types.

Virtual Attendance Information:

By attending this webinar, you agree to allow your information to be shared with our Partner Presenter, the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN).

Capacity Building for Canadian SMEs (Skills Bridge 2.0) is funded by the Government of Canada’s Future Skills program.

Le projet Capacity Building for Canadian SMEs (Skills Bridge 2.0) est financé par le gouvernement du Canada dans le cadre du programme Compétences futures.

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