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• Strengthen Northern Ontario Workplaces Through Disability Inclusion

  • When
    April 23, 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Event

  
  

  
  

  Strengthen Northern Ontario Workplaces Through Disability Inclusion

  An Information Session for Employers in Mining, Skilled Trades, Manufacturing & More 

  April 23rd, 2025 - 1:00 PM EST

  According to the 2025 Ontario Economic Report, 40% of businesses in Northern Ontario are experiencing a labour shortage. At the same time, a national survey shows that 70% of job seekers prefer to work for companies that intentionally commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion (Glassdoor, 2020). 

  In today’s economy, disability inclusive hiring is a strategic advantage. 

  Companies that focus on disability inclusion grow sales nearly 3x faster and profits over 4x faster than their competitors (Accenture, 2020). Disability inclusive workplaces can attract and retainexperiencedtalent— something every business needs. 

  Join us for a virtual information session on April 23, 2025, to explore how the Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) can support your business in building a more inclusive and sustainable workplace. 

  Whether you are a business owner, an HR professional, or a decision-maker in mining, skilled trades, manufacturing, hospitality and/or healthcare, we encourage you to attend!  

  Closed captioning and ASL interpretation is provided for this event. 

  About the Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) 

  The Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) is a province wide project aimed to provide research informed training, resources, and services to businesses across Ontario. 

  Supported by the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) and funded by the Government of Canada, this project will foster strength-based collaborations and transform the employment landscape for people who have a disability.

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• Reimagining Workplaces: Succeeding Through Disability Inclusion

  • When
    May 08, 2025
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    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Event

  
  

  
  

  Reimagining Workplaces: Succeeding Through Disability Inclusion

  Ontario Corporate Training Centre Information Session 

  May 8th, 2025 - 11:00 AM EST

  In a tight labor market, businesses must think differently to attract and retain talent. As talent challenges continue to grow, is your organization leveraging every opportunity to build a stronger workforce? Disability inclusion offers a unique advantage, helping businesses address workforce gaps while fostering collaboration, innovation, and long-term success. In today’s competitive economy, rethinking how your workplace embraces diversity and inclusion is the key to standing out and succeeding.

  Introducing Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC), a new project empowering business with the tools, knowledge, resources, and confidence needed to embrace disability inclusive hiring, and foster diverse workplaces. The project aims to support businesses within the healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, or hospitality industries.

  In this session, you will learn about the Ontario Corporate Training Centre, gain understanding of its scope, objectives, and how collaborating with OCTC can drive your business’ growth and success.

  Whether you are a business owner, an HR professional, or a decision-maker in healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, or hospitality, we encourage you to attend!

  Register today to be part of the conversation that propels your workplace into a more disability inclusive future!

  If you require any support or accommodation(s) to participate in this event, please e-mail info@ontariotrainingcentre.com by April 24th, 2025.

  About the Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) 

  The Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) is a province wide project aimed to provide research informed training, resources, and services to businesses across Ontario. 

  Supported by the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) and funded by the Government of Canada, this project will foster strength-based collaborations and transform the employment landscape for people who have a disability.

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• The Members Collective

  • When
    May 15, 2025
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    11:00 AM - 11:45 AM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Event

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  On May 15, come together with us…and your peers from across Ontario… for The Members Collective.

   

  Join us on Zoom for 45 minutes at 11 a.m. ET.

  Register today!

  
  

  This is a new biannual opportunity to gather informally with ODEN members from across Ontario and “talk shop.” 

  The Member's Collective is a great opportunity to:

  • Collaborate and share initiatives, and promising practices
  • Engage with each other in important conversations about what's happening in your organization and region
  • Connect and start new relationships
  • Learn from each other
  • Strengthen existing relationships, and our collective efforts to increase employment opportunities for people who have a disability

   

   All this is one of the benefits of being an ODEN member!

  The Member's Collective is intentionally:

  • Virtual
  • Short
  • Designed to make it easy for you to participate

   

  We’re looking forward to connecting with you on May 15th! 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) Information Session

  • When
    May 20, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Event

  
  

  May 20, 2025 12:00PM - 1:00PM 

  Are you interested in making your workplace more disability inclusive and diverse? Join us for an informative session with the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) to learn how your business can benefit from disability-inclusive practices. Discover how ODEN collaborates with businesses on their disability inclusion journey, providing valuable insights and strategies to create a more inclusive work environment.

  Key Points to be Discussed:

  • Understanding Disability Inclusion: Learn the importance and benefits of inclusive hiring.
  • Training & Education: Discover ODEN's training programs, including Disability Awareness and Confidence Training.
  • Consulting Services: Explore how ODEN can help with business visioning and policy assessments.
  • Talent Acquisition: Get insights on inclusive job postings, descriptions, and recruitment planning.
  • Building Relationships: Find out how to connect with local employment service providers to support your hiring needs.

      

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Disability Awareness and Confidence Training for Employment Service Providers

  • When
    June 04, 2025
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    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Training
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    10

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  Disability Awareness & Confidence Training for Employment Service Providers 

  Empower Your Team, Empower Yourself: Disability Awareness & Confidence Training

  Date: Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET
  Format: Zoom Webinar

  Register now for ODEN’s Disability Awareness & Confidence Training, specially designed for Employment Service Providers. This full-day online session with an ODEN Disability Employment Inclusion Specialist will equip you and your peers from across Ontario with tools you need to confidently support job seekers, advocate for candidates with disabilities, and the knowledge you need to assist businesses in creating inclusive workplaces.

  “… great communication by the trainer, with knowledge of the sector and real solutions"

  - Participant, May 2024

  Learning Objectives:

  • Disability Employment Facts: Discover key facts and statistics about disability employment in Ontario.
  • The Importance of Language: Understand how language relates to disabilities and how it can create barriers to inclusion.
  • Dispelling Myths: Uncover myths and misconceptions about hiring people who have a disability and discover ways to dispel them.
  • Disability Awareness: Gain insights into various disabilities, their impacts, and effective support strategies in the workplace.
  • Creating Inclusive Workplaces: Learn what businesses need to create and maintain inclusive environments.
  • Interactive Activities: Engage in discussions and activities, with opportunities to ask questions.
  • Certification: Receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Reference Handout from the facilitator after the training.

  Limited Ten (10) Spots Available: Webinar learning is limited to ten (10) participants.

  Accommodation Requests: Please complete the accommodation section in the registration form at least 7 days in advance. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodation.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• ODEN Employment Services Training

  • Start
    June 17, 2025
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    9:00 AM (EDT)
  • End
    June 25, 2025
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    12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online Training
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Employment Services Training

  Overview: 

  Ontario Disability Employment Network’s Employment Service Training is designed specifically for organizations offering employment services for people who have a disability. This training is appropriate for job developers, job coaches, career counsellors and community participation staff new to the sector or as a refresh for seasoned professionals. 

  Learning Objectives: 

  Introduction to Employment Services for People who have a disability 

  • Understand the employability of people who have a disability 

  • Enhance knowledge of various employment options & opportunities 

  • Introduce a new way of thinking of how to approach employment services and improve the level of success 

  Job Development 

  • Focus on marketing and job development in detail 

  • Marketing and Selling your Services 

  • Networking for Success 

  • How to use Employer Champions 

  Job Coaching, Quality Assurance and Customer Satisfaction: 

  • Importance of the job coaching role 

  • Maintenance and follow-up to ensure job retention 

  • Customer Satisfaction - Client and Employer 

  • Quality Assurance and Evaluation 

  Full training description here:

  Employment Services Training Description

  Cost: 

  ODEN Member Price - $450.00 
  Non-Member Price - $500.00 
   
  Dates for this session: 
  June 17, 18, 24 & 25 

  9:00AM - 12:00PM 

  Format: 
  This interactive training is facilitated by an ODEN Disability Employment Inclusion Specialist. There is a maximum of 10 people per training to ensure active participation. Participants will contribute to group exercises and discussions throughout this training. Come prepared to participate and bring your experience to the group. 
   
  If you require any support or accommodations, please complete the section in the registration form at least 7 days in advance of the start date. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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