We’re excited to announce that our 2023/2024 Annual Report is now live! This report highlights a year of milestones, stories, and initiatives that have propelled our mission to create more inclusive workplaces across Canada. From celebrating individual successes to fostering transformative partnerships, the report showcases the collective impact we’ve achieved together.

Take a closer look at the data, stories, and insights that underscore our commitment to empowering persons with disabilities in the workforce. Whether you’re an employer, job seeker, or community ally, we hope you’ll find inspiration in this year’s accomplishments.

Major Resources and Reports

2024 saw the launch of several key tools and resources designed to create accessible and inclusive employment opportunities:

• Disability Confidence Toolkit: Empowering employers with practical strategies for inclusive hiring.
• VR Training: Training job seekers in interpersonal skills needed for employment
• Skills for Success eLearning Courses: Developing essential workplace competencies for career advancement.
• Coaching the Skills for Success: A guide to implementing tailored training programs.
• Trends Reports: Four in-depth reports examining disability and work trends across Canada.

Driving Research and Advocacy

At CCRW, we prioritize evidence-based approaches to improving workplace inclusion. This year, over 400 individuals with disabilities and 40 employers participated in our research initiatives, contributing to innovative projects like:

• SURF (Sourcing Understanding Through Research for Future Talent): Examining the transition from post-secondary education to employment for youth with disabilities.
• STEAM (Skilled Talent Employment Advantage Method): Exploring how soft skills training improves employment outcomes for CCRW clients.

Advocacy in Action

Our commitment to disability inclusion extended beyond Canada, reaching global platforms:

• Winter: Granted Consultative Status with the United Nations, enabling us to contribute to international disability rights discussions.
• Spring: Recognized in the House of Commons during National AccessAbility Week.
• Summer: Featured on the Gale Force Wins Podcast, highlighting workplace accessibility.
• Fall: Presented at the G7 Summit in Italy, where CCRW’s leadership played a key role in shaping the Solfagnano Charter on disability inclusion.

These achievements reflect the dedication of our team, partners, and community allies. Together, we’re building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the workforce.

Read the Full Report Here to explore the stories, data, and insights that made 2023/2024 a transformative year for CCRW.