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Supporting job seekers with disabilities and employer across Canada to create a more disability inclusive workforce.
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"I was out of work for over a year. I had an amazing experience. My employment coach was so amazing . She was very gentle with me. She coached and guided me every step of the way on how to edit my resume for different job positions and how to prepare for interview."

#CCRWStories #PWD
Sylvia standing in a room with a group of people lined up side by side, posing together during a group meeting or workshop. Sylvia smiling in a group selfie with several other people indoors, standing in front of a table filled with backpacks and supplies. Sylvia standing indoors beside a sign for a community food bank, with boxes of packaged food and supplies laid out on the floor in front of her.
February 10, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Tomorrow, learn what actually helps grads succeed.

If you’re a student, recent graduate, educator, or employer navigating disability and employment, this summit is for you.

⏰ Last chance to register — doors closing soon.
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#UntappedTalentSummit #PWD #NewGrads
Promotional graphic for The Untapped Talent Summit. A snow-covered mountain with climbers in the foreground. Text reads: “Disability Inclusion in Action. The Untapped Talent Summit. Navigating the School-to-Work Transition. February 10, 1–3 PM ET. untappedtalent.ca.”
February 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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🎓 Calling all college and university students and graduates with disabilities

Join CCRW for a virtual co-design workshop where your lived experience helps shape a practical resource for new grads entering the workforce.

🗓️ March 5, 2026 | 12-2PM ET
💻 Virtual Event

🔗 Register here: buff.ly/LP0MKyl
Graphic promoting a virtual workshop titled “Turning Research Into Action: A Co-Design Workshop for New Grads.” Event date is March 5, 2026, from 12–2 PM EST. The workshop invites students and recent graduates with disabilities to co-create a resource for entering the workforce. CCRW 50th anniversary branding is shown, with a registration call to action.
February 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Did you know only 31% of working-age Canadians with vision loss are employed full-time, compared to 65% of Canadians overall?

This White Cane Week, we recognize the white cane as a symbol of independence, not charity or pity + highlight the ongoing need for more accessible workplaces.

Source: CNIB
Three stacked images showing people who are blind or have low vision navigating public spaces using white canes and a guide dog. Overlaid text reads “White Cane Week, February 1–7, 2026,” alongside the CCRW logo.
February 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Just 1 week away! ⏰

The Untapped Talent Summit is happening February 10 from 1–3 PM, bringing together speakers, panelists, & lightning sessions focused on inclusive employment and the school-to-work transition for people with disabilities.

👉 Register now: buff.ly/DXr4wC0

#PWD #AccessibleCanada
Graphic promoting The Untapped Talent Summit with a mountain background. Event schedule for February 10 from 1–3 PM is displayed. Sections include Kickoff and Introductions with welcome, keynote by Suzie Taka, and a break; Panel Discussion moderated by Ingrid Palmer with panelists Farshid, Angeli, and Chelsea; and Lightning Rooms and Closing, featuring sessions on how work works, using LinkedIn after graduating, and opening doors for graduates with disabilities, followed by closing remarks.
February 3, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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This #BlackHistoryMonth we’re proud to share stories that highlight the power of community-driven support in advancing meaningful employment opportunities for Black youth.

Thank you to YAAACE, and to the young people whose achievements continue to inspire.

#CCRWStories #PWD #CommunityImpact
Testimonial graphic featuring a smiling Black youth holding a folder. Text reads: “YAAACE has been committed to improving the lives of Black youth for nearly two decades. Thanks to CCRW’s detailed training with resumes, interview preparation, and micro-learning, each of our youth have successfully obtained jobs.” Attribution: Chris Apilan, North York, Ontario. CCRW logo appears in the top corner, with the hashtag #CCRWStories and the website ccrw.org.
February 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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📘 New Disability & Work Topics 101 blog post!

Stigma isn’t just about language or labels. It’s a social process that shapes attitudes, reinforces power imbalances, and justifies unfair treatment—especially for people with disabilities.

👉 Read more: buff.ly/hQL8Ipj

#PWD #DisabilityInclusion
A speaker using sign language stands on stage, with another panelist seated in the background. Text on the image reads: “Today, stigma is understood as something much bigger than a label. It’s a social process that justifies unfair treatment.” The CCRW logo appears in the lower left corner.
January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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We’ve added a new resource to our Disability Confidence Toolkit: the Accessible Onboarding Survey Template!

This free, downloadable tool helps organizations strengthen inclusive onboarding practices and support new employees.

Available in English and French.

👉 Download now at buff.ly/DGsB24B
Graphic announcing launch of new free onboarding survey template by Untapped Talent powered by CCRW. It is available to download in both french and english, from toolkit.ccrw.org
January 29, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Did you know?

Indigenous populations have some of the highest disability rates of any demographic in the country, yet their experiences remain underrepresented in research, labour market data, disability advocacy spaces, and employment policy design.

👉 Learn more
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A CCRW-branded “Did you know?” graphic featuring a stock photo of an Indigenous woman standing in an office setting, with colleagues working in the background. Overlaid text states that Indigenous populations have some of the highest disability rates of any demographic in Canada, yet their experiences remain underrepresented in research, labour market data, disability advocacy spaces, and employment policy design. The CCRW logo appears at the top, and a link to ccrw.org/trendsreport appears at the bottom.
January 28, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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💛 Thank you, Sylvia.

Your story reminds us why this work matters. We’re so grateful to have played a role in your journey — from volunteering, to paid hours, to a permanent position.

Thank you for trusting us and for sharing your experience.

#CCRWStories #InclusiveWorkplaces #PWD
A testimonial graphic featuring two people volunteering, smiling as they pack food items into cardboard boxes. Overlaid text reads: “The funds provided to the organization I volunteered at helped me get paid hours, and eventually I got a permanent position. I am forever grateful. Thank you so much for all you do for everyone in similar situations.” The quote is attributed to Sylvia from Surrey, British Columbia. The CCRW logo appears in the top right corner, with #CCRWStories and the website ccrw.org at the bottom.
January 26, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Let’s talk real barriers.🗣️

Many job seekers already bring skills, education, volunteering, and lived experience to the table, but those assets are often overlooked when hiring focuses narrowly on “years of experience.”

Inclusive hiring starts with opportunity.

#BarrierFreeWorkplace #PWD
A graduate is shown from behind wearing a black graduation cap with a red tassel, facing a bright, open background. Text on the image reads: “You need experience to get the job, but you need the job to get experience.” Below, larger text says: “You’re not unqualified. Experience grows when employers create opportunities for it.”
January 23, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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📝 New blog post now live

Stigma shapes how people with disabilities are perceived, and how barriers show up at work. Our latest blog breaks down what stigma is, how it operates, and why understanding it matters for employment inclusion.

👉 Read more: buff.ly/x8kLpSt

#DisabilityAndWork #PWD
Disability and Work Topics 101: What Is Stigma? | Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work
Discover what stigma means, how it impacts employment for persons with disabilities, and practical steps to challenge stigma and discrimination in the workplace.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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One of the biggest barriers to disability inclusion isn’t intent — it’s knowing where to start.
We asked the disability and work community for their advice.

Here's what they had to say.

#DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveLeadership #FutureOfWork #AccessibleWorkplaces #InclusionMatters #UntappedTalent
January 20, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Too often, trades are viewed as purely physical. In reality, many disabilities are neither visible nor physical, many physical disabilities can be accommodated, and today’s trades require a wide range of skills, including digital and problem solving skills.

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A construction worker wearing a hard hat and gloves carefully lays bricks at a job site. A text overlay reads, “The perception that people with disabilities aren’t capable of trades work is rooted in unfounded assumptions.” CCRW | CCRT logo appears in the bottom corner.
January 19, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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The #UntappedTalentSummit is back.

📅 February 10, 2026
📍 Virtual event

This year’s theme, "Disability Inclusion in Action: Navigating the School-to-Work Transition" explores how we can create more inclusive pathways to employment for people with disabilities.

🔗 Register now: buff.ly/4T1qnj2
Promotional graphic for the Untapped Talent Summit 2026. A mountain peak appears against a blue sky. Text reads “The Untapped Talent Summit,” “February 10,” “Panel Discussions,” and “Lightning Rooms.” Theme: “Disability Inclusion in Action: Navigating the School-to-Work Transition.” Website listed: untappedtalent.ca.
January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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From our Trends Report, Article 3 - From Divide to Inclusion:

Digital equity is not optional, it’s foundational to inclusive employment and workforce participation.

👉 Learn more in our Trends Report: buff.ly/qzxD3Zq

#PWD #AccessibleCanada #DigitalInclusion
A CCRW photo showing a former job seeker working at a computer in CCRW's Kitchener office. Overlaid text highlights the importance of equitable access to digital skills for workers with disabilities to compete equally in the labour market. The phrase “digital skills” is emphasized in a yellow callout, and the CCRW logo appears at the top.
January 13, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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We’re grateful to Yashpal Singh for sharing his experience and trusting CCRW to be part of his employment journey.

Stories like Yashpal’s remind us why inclusive employment support matters. Thank you for letting us share your success.

#CCRWStories #PWD #AccessibleCanada
A testimonial graphic from CCRW featuring a man wearing glasses working on a laptop at a desk. Overlaid text shares a quote about finding full-time employment as a new immigrant with a disability, with the name Yashpal Singh and location Toronto, Ontario displayed. The CCRW logo appears in the top right.
January 12, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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Confidence, clarity, and connection start here.

Join "Breaking Barriers: Interview Skills for Job Seekers with Disabilities" on January 27, 2026 via Zoom.

🗓️ Jan 27, 2026 | ⏰ 1–2 PM EST
🔗 Register now: buff.ly/fzUS3vu

#PWD #InterviewSkills #BarrierFreeCanada
Promotional graphic for an upcoming online event. A smiling woman with glasses sits at a desk in an office setting, with the CCRW/CCRT logo in the top corner. Text reads: “Upcoming Event: Interview Skills for Job Seekers with Disabilities. January 27, 2026, 1–2 PM EST. Online via Zoom. Register on Untapped Talent.”
January 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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We’re grateful to Gavin from Moncton, New Brunswick, for sharing his experience with CCRW. 💛

Thank you, Gavin, for trusting us to be part of your journey.

#CCRWStories #PWD #AccessibleCanada
Young person wearing headphones studies at a table, with a CCRW testimonial quote about gaining skills and succeeding in college.
January 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Persons with disabilities are already part of the skilled trades, yet systemic barriers continue to limit access and advancement.

Learn more in CCRW’s 2025 Trends Report, Article 2: Disability Inclusion in the Skilled Trades.
👉 buff.ly/5WiLG2Q

#PWD #BarrierFreeTrades #AccessibleCanada
A worker wearing a high-visibility orange safety vest stands at a job site. Overlaid text reads: “Did you know? People with disabilities are already part of the trades, yet they remain underrepresented, underserved, and invisible. Systemic barriers across education, employment, policy, and culture continue to limit their access and advancement.” CCRW logo appears at the top.
January 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Happy New Year from CCRW.🌟

As we welcome 2026, we remain committed to advancing opportunity, inclusion, and meaningful employment for all. Here’s to continued progress in the year ahead.

Our offices will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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CCRW Offices will be closed for Christmas and Boxing Day, from noon on 24th December to 28th December. Services resume on 29th Dec!

Wishing everyone a joyous holiday!
Christmas office closure announcement for CCRW. Office Closed from 24th Dec (Noon) to 28th Dec.
December 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Fatima from Moncton, described her time with CCRW as life-changing; gaining confidence, building skills, and moving into meaningful employment.

We’re honoured to have been part of her journey. 💜

#CCRWStories #PWD #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibleCanada #BarrierFreeWorkplace
Graphic featuring a testimonial from Fatima in Moncton, New Brunswick. Quote reads: "Working with CCRW has been a life-changing experience. Their support helped me gain confidence, develop new skills, and secure meaningful employment… They genuinely believed in my potential." CCRW logo is at the top and #CCRWStories with website link ccrw.org appears at the bottom.
December 23, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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PWD have a lower median income ($38,810) compared to those without disabilities ($46,080). This income gap limits access to essential digital resources like high-speed internet, creating barriers to equal participation in the workforce.

Read more in our trends report: buff.ly/jKYp9gi

#PWD #CCRW
Blue graphic with decorative photo on top, and text below saying: Did you know? According to the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability (CSD), individuals with disabilities have a lower median income ($38,810) compared to those without disabilities ($46,080).
December 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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November Highlights: CCRW continued to make strides toward creating pathways to success for job seekers with disabilities across Canada.

These numbers tell stories of barriers broken and futures reimagined. Together, we’re building a more equitable workforce for all.

#InclusionMatters #PWD
Graphic with title 'November Impact Report' with statistics regarding CCRW's performance
December 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM