Since March we at Pride at Work Canada have opened our online member programming to anyone who wants to tune in. We’ve been constantly monitoring current events and working in partnership with other queer and trans organizations to provide the best possible support to the most vunerable members of our communities. We know that there is a lack of diversity data for…
While IWSCC connects suppliers and buyers year-round, we’re always looking for new ways to accomplish our mission. Our latest project is Canada’s guide to Accessibility Experts, launching this fall.
Fall is here! School is back in session, and so is networking season. Here’s the latest update on IWSCC and Community Events to start your fall off right.
We’ve heard the facts – people with disabilities around the world have dramatically lower employment rates than non disabled people. It’s not because disabled people aren’t qualified enough, but because we still face a wide range of barriers as a community; from lack of access to bias and systemic discrimination. For many *yet-to-be-enlightened* beings, disabled…
Maider GameroAAP Mon, 17 May 2021 Smart shoes can tell visually impaired people if there are obstacles in their path. Shoes with sensors embedded in them have been created to alert blind and visually impaired people to obstacles in their path. Developed by Austria’s Tec-Innovation company in collaboration with the Graz University of Technology, the…
“Sound of Metal” director Darius Marder made a series of “crazy” decisions with his first film, including casting Paul Raci in a key role — and shooting chronologically. The craziness paid off, with the film nominated for six Oscars, including best picture, screenplay, sound, editing, lead actor Riz Ahmed and supporting actor Raci. Marder insisted on shooting the…