Category Archives: Employment

✅WonderTree is Now Enrolling: Spring VIRTUAL Job Skills Program!

Employment

WonderTree is offering an employment readiness program for Ontario youth & young adults (ages 15-21) who are autistic, ADHD, have learning disabilities, or mental health concerns. This program is designed to build confidence and skills for the workplace! The program combines individual and group sessions.

Program Details:

📚Session 1: One session (April 25 – May 5, flexible scheduling)

📚Group Sessions: May 8, 12, 14 (6-7 PM EST)

📚Sessions 5 & 6: Two sessions (May 15 – 31, flexible scheduling)

Cost: $600 (covered by OAP, DSO, SSAH & most private insurance)


One fully funded (FREE) spot available for a participant without government funding or private insurance. If there are multiple applicants they will have a random draw.

Spots are limited! Email info@wondertreepractice.ca to register today😀

💼 Preparing for Employment: An Introduction for Autistic Jobseekers

Employment, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Join Aidecanada on January 29th for a practical webinar tailored to autistic individuals entering the workforce. Learn how to prepare job applications, develop essential life skills, and explore strategies for successful employment.
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM AST
Led by experienced employment support staff, this session is perfect for those starting their job-seeking journey. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Register here: https://bit.ly/3E4Aer8

Discover how to create a more inclusive workplace with CCRW’s Disability Confidence Toolkit!

Advocacy, Employment, Presentations / Workshops

Sign up for:
Leveraging the Disability Confidence Toolkit
Maria Karimi from CCRW
Thursday, January 23, 10 AM – 11 AM, Virtual
In this engaging one-hour online session, you’ll explore practical strategies to confidently hire, accommodate, and support employees with disabilities. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped with actionable tools to foster a culture of accessibility and inclusion, empowering your organization to thrive through diversity.
Learn more and sign up for free: https://volunteerottawa.ca/product/leveraging-disability-toolkit/

💼JobFit

Employment

Is your teen ready for their first job? JobFit is designed to help teens learn the skills needed to land that job – where to look for a job, how to write a resume, what to expect in an interview, workplace etiquette and how to advocate for yourself. Classes begin February 11. Email bailey@ldaottawa.com or jade@ldaottawa.com to learn more or to register.

💻Navigating Ontario’s Social Assistance Programs: ODSP and Ontario Works

Employment, Funding, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Wednesday, December 4 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM EST via Zoom

Join ABLE2, The Law Foundation of Ontario and Community Legal Services / Services juridiques communautaires (CLSO) for an overview into navigating the social assistance system, offering insights with a particular focus on preventing issues such as denials or the loss of benefits, as well as the supports available to individuals facing these challenges.

For more information and to register, https://www.able2.org/events/grow-navigating-ontarios-social-assistance-programs-odsp-and-ontario-works

💼ICSS Entrepreneur Hub 2024

Employment, Networking, Resources

Are you an entrepreneur? Are you interested in becoming one? Join Innovative Community Support Services at 2025 Lanthier Dr

  • The last Thursday of each month From 9am-12pm
  • Next Special Session: Thursday, October 31st, 2024

HUB BENEFITS:
Join a supportive network of like-minded, hard-working individuals and take advantage of invaluable networking opportunities. Explore community resources, engage in educational training and support, and enjoy socializing with peers who share your ambitions and drive for success!

CONTACT DETAILS: For Further questions, contact Crystal at crystalmartin@icss.ca