The IWSCC is always looking for ways to make Canadian workplaces more inclusive. As an organization that fights to reduce stigma surrounding disabled and Veteran business owners, we know that there can be a lot of bias out there. Like a bad relationship, bias is something that all of us experience, and it can be…
Look, we know you just got out of a long-term relationship with bias. We did too. You probably still need time to heal, but we feel this special connection between us. All good relationships are built on a foundation of shared values, like how we both appreciate that Canada has so many incredible support organizations…
The turn of a new year is always a chance for change, for growth, and for new beginnings. Take pride in your achievements, forgive yourself for your struggles, and get ready for the new opportunities waiting for you. To start the year off, here are some of our thoughts on how the supplier diversity world…
Last month we took time to highlight What We Love About Our Veteran Suppliers. This holiday season, and in honor of the International Day of Persons With Disabilities, we wanted to highlight the disabled suppliers we have the privilege to work with. We’re excited to share some qualities that we love about our disabled suppliers!…
October is National Depression Education & Awareness Month. This month’s goal is to raise awareness of mental health struggles and the importance of mental health screening. The purpose of education and awareness is to make it easier to help ourselves and those in need. While tactics and techniques are useful, one place we can start…
In honour of the women and men that serve or have served our country in the Canadian military, we want to highlight some of what makes these people so special. Over the years of working with our certified Veteran suppliers, we’ve come to really respect and appreciate the common traits they share. Compassion Despite the…
Fall is the season of networking, especially for those in the supplier diversity space. To celebrate, we’re sharing our top tips for getting yourself (and your business) known! Show Up We agree – it’s very easy to click “attend” to an event. The hardest part is actually going! Nerves, a long day, or a stubbed…
What is Neurodiversity? ‘Neurodiversity’ is a term that was coined in the 1990s by Judy Singer, a sociologist with autism. She used it to explain that certain developmental disorders are actually normal variations of the brain. The most common developmental disorders included under this new conception of brain function are ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia,…
The Opportunity for Change How we function in organizations looks different now: we work from home, we work in the office, we work at a coffee shop, or some combination of the three. While there is a lot of excitement around integrating our home and work lives, some changes pose a threat to the way…