Creating a More Welcoming Work Environment Means a Better Bottom Line

The most effective workplaces in Canada are those with qualified employees who have the tools to provide the best performance at all times. A workplace that includes the talents of all people, including people with disabilities, ensures the best customer service possible.

People with disabilities have the talents, skills and abilities you require within your business yet they may be overlooked when it comes to being hired. Often the most effective method to address this hiring practice is to dispel the myths associated with hiring people with disabilities.

The Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) supports individuals with a variety of disabilities and our staff is committed to helping your business “focus on the abilities not the disability” and find the right employee for your business.

Businesses that hire individuals with disabilities report reduced employee turnover, increased employee loyalty and increased morale and productivity of other employees.

A 2007 study by DePaul University found that employees with disabilities were just as dependable and productive as employees without disabilities. DePaul researchers also found that:
• Employees with disabilities had nearly identical job performance ratings as employees without disabilities.
• The amount of supervision required was similar for both groups.
• Participants from certain sectors stayed on the job longer than their counterparts.
• Very few special accommodations were required by employees with disabilities, and the average cost of the accommodations were minimal.
• Worker Compensation claims were consistent in both groups. (1)

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The CCRW’s Ready to Work Inclusion Program (RWIP) is here to help you tap into this potential new source of employees. If your business is looking for qualified employees the experienced staff at CCRW are available to discuss all of your hiring and employment needs.

Contact us to discuss our wage subsidy program – up to 100% of the wages are covered for the first three months! We can provide free disability awareness training, and we will always provide ongoing employee support. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you in reducing your employee turnover and benefit from diversity.

The Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) office at 1410c Central Avenue, Prince Albert or contact our Employment Coordinator @ 306- 922-0408.

The RWIP is a program of The Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work, www.ccrw.org. RWIP Services are free and available in French upon request. This project is funded in part by The Government of Canada.
(1) DePaul University, “Exploring the Bottom Line: A Study of the Costs and Benefits of Workers with Disabilities”, 2007