Non-profit Social Enterprise that manufactures firestarter for home fires + campfires! 🔥 OneLight is made by people with employment barriers in Powell River BC
British Columbia, Canada
Joined October 2018
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Barbarah Kisschowsky’s son Zackery had difficulty finding a job that would meet his needs. She shares how K-lumet helped create employment for him as well as new opportunities to build social connections. Read their story here: ow.ly/VdLV50yEcNZ
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Today is #EqualPayDay! Women are overrepresentated as living in poverty and on average earn 87 cents for every dollar earned by a man
Let our leaders know it is time to #CloseTheGap and that #GenderEquity benefits us ALL!
#EndPoverty
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Great story about a very important issue! #access4all
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Inclusive communities empower everyone. Let's create a world where everyone has the opportunity to live to their full potential! #BankingOnValues #InclusionMatters
Our last keynote, Rick Hansen, shares what made him strong, and what can make us stronger. What empowers you to make a change? @RickHansenFdn #BankingOnValues
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#ifcanadawasactuallyaccessible then the words "diversity" and inclusion might actually start to mean "diversity" and "inclusion."
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Jerry Laidlaw, a self advocate and new CLBC Strategic Initiative Advisor says, “It is a dream come true to be a paid employee. I’ve learned that my ideas are good and have equal value.” communitylivingbc.ca/celebra…
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According the the Canadian Survey on Disability, approximately 1 in 5 Canadians of working age have a disability.
This number adds to about 6.2 million people, thus representing one of the biggest opportunities for employers, and businesses:ow.ly/FSDV50jOG3O @StatCan_eng
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The story of Microsoft's #adaptive controller was the best part of the Superbowl. We all win when everyone plays!
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After reviewing the #BusinessCase for hiring people with disabilities, you may wonder why businesses don't take advantage of this talent pool. A common barrier is the recruitment process; companies may not have the resources, support or info. Learn more at:accessibleemployers.ca/membe…
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February is #InclusiveEdMonth - an excellent time for educators to explore how implementing #UDL and #inclusion benefits all students!
#AllMeansAll #bced
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"I like being part of an organization that does good work," says Matthew Jacobsen about his job at @KGMission in #Kelowna. Read Matthew's story from the latest edition of Celebrate Diverse ABILITIES & learn how he is making friends and giving back - ow.ly/qxlR30nwdls
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Let’s keep the conversation about mental health going. The more we talk about it, the more we will succeed in creating a stigma-free and barrier-free Canada where everyone can fulfill their hopes and dreams and feel fully included.
Today, we break the silence.
#DYK? Nearly half of employed Canadians with a #MentalHealth-related disability feel that one or more of their conditions makes it difficult to change or advance in their #job. ow.ly/2mul30nvQrc #BellLetsTalk
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What you *really* need to see is @Winnie_Byanyima’s epic takedown of an angry Yahoo CFO in 2nd half of this video. "So don't tell me about low levels of unemployment. You're not counting dignity of people. You're counting exploited people."
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This is what “never giving up” can look like. Still can’t believe #WEF19 launched @500Valuable and we broke the concrete ceiling and put #Disability #Business Inclusion on Main Stage. Thank you everyone for all your support. Now let’s end #diversish #inclusion
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Really cool career opportunity in #Vancouver working with @AccessEmployers. RT and spread the word #employment #jobs #accessibility
The Presidents Group is seeking two highly motivated #Accessibility & #Inclusion Consultants to support their work. If you are a self-starter and are looking for a unique #employment opportunity, apply today! Learn more at: accessibleemployers.ca/aicon… #HR #jobseekers #disability
ALT A man and a woman sit at a desk, looking at a computer screen together. The man is seated in a wheelchair.
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Want to host a TV show? ‘Eat Grow Love’ is looking for someone who loves to garden, wants to inspire this passion in others, and has a physical disability. Interested? Email Barbara Osberg at [email protected]. Auditions end on Jan 31!
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Metro Vancouverites: Join @DisabilityFdn on February 14th for the Abilities Expo + Job Fair. With over 50 exhibitors, there’s sure to be a perfect match for you.
Catch up with us and learn about our @MakerMakeChange and @nsstechatwork programs. RSVP at: bit.ly/2Fo4Iou
ALT ConnecTra's 2019 Abilities Expo and Job Fair is all about LOVE. First 100 people to register get an exclusive gift package!
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How cool is this! Coding for all. #access4all
Code Jumper lets you #code with your hands. For students who have low vision, the tool can be a path to a career: msft.social/K8MGpG via @FastCompany
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Meet the disability advocate behind #ThingsDisabledPeopleKnow. Here's what she has to say about Hollywood and representation.