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Trends Report

Trends Report 2026

Our 2026 Trends Report offers fresh perspectives on disability and work in Canada, bringing together leading research, CCRW’s own data, and practical expertise to inform more inclusive workplaces and employment services. The 2026 series explores the transition from postsecondary education to employment, disability-inclusive leadership and workplace cultures, career mentorship for workers with disabilities, and workforce inclusion for newcomers with disabilities.

Article 1 - From classroom to career: Building better pathways for postsecondary graduates with disabilities

This article will explore how new college and university graduates with disabilities navigate the transition from school into the workforce. Building upon findings from CCRW’s recent SURF project and data from Statistics Canada’s National Graduates Survey, we examine the barriers many graduates face – including gaps in employment outcomes, job quality, and access to early career opportunities – and explain the broader labour market conditions shaping this landscape. We’ll also share practical strategies and resources to help graduates navigate the postsecondary-to-work transition, and discuss what’s needed for system-level change.

Previous Trends Reports

Trends Report Series: 2025

Trends Report Series: 2024

Building Inclusion in Canada – Trends Report 2021

Making Waves in the Current Canadian Labour Market – Trends Report 2023