Driving Economic Success: The Impact of Disability Inclusion in the Canadian Workplace

Join us for an insightful and transformative conference focused on the economic and competitive benefits of disability inclusion in the Canadian workplace. This event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates to explore how inclusive practices can drive economic success and innovation.

Day 1: Fostering Innovation: The Economic and Competitive Advantages of a Diverse Workforce

Discover how disability inclusion fosters creativity and innovation within the workplace. Learn from experts and thought leaders about the unique perspectives and problem-solving abilities that a diverse workforce brings, and how these can lead to groundbreaking ideas and solutions.

Day 2: Strategic Excellence: Implementing and Measuring the Economic Impact of Disability Inclusion

Gain practical insights into the strategic implementation of disability inclusion initiatives. This day will focus on best practices for integrating inclusive policies and the key metrics for measuring their impact. Understand how to effectively track progress and demonstrate the tangible benefits of disability inclusion on your organization’s performance. Provide input on collective efforts to advance inclusive employment in Canada.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and drive meaningful change in your organization. Register now to secure your spot and contribute to building a more inclusive and prosperous Canadian workforce.

Take advantage of our discounted room rates!
The Westin Ottawa ($329 per night)
Booking Link: Book your group rate for Disability and Work in Canada Conference
Accessible Room Requests: After booking, please call Giang Thu Tran directly at 1 613.560.7000 ext. 7351 to request a specific accessible room type.
For any questions or if you require any assistance with the registration process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@DWCStrategy.ca.

Limited subsidies are available for persons with disabilities. Please contact info@DWCStrategy.ca for assistance.

Join Us for the 2026 Atlantic AGM! Be part of an important conversation shaping the future of our Atlantic community.
Register now to be a part of VRAC Atlantic’s Annual General Meeting. Stay up to date with all that is taking place in Atlantic and more!

Date and Time: December 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm AT (11:00 am ET)

This session will qualify for 1 CEU.

Ethical decision-making is an integral part of a VR professional’s practice. Daily, we are faced with ethical dilemmas that require thoughtful reflection and critical thinking. An ethical dilemma is a choice between two actions based on conflicting professional values; both may be morally correct and professionally grounded. Both may be right or good. It is this ambiguity that creates the dilemma for the VR professional.

To support a client centred approach to providing care and services, the VR Profession must understand their role and function in providing fair and equitable services regardless of ethnicity or race, physical or mental ability, and diversity.

As VR Professionals we are committed to respecting our clients right to self-determination and their rights to make choices regarding the services they may receive or choose not to receive. The VR Professional will assist Clients to make care plans and life choices in keeping with the Client’s values, beliefs, and Vocational goals within the VRA’s Professional’s vision, mission, and values. Clients, if capable, have the right to live at risk if their choices do not pose imminent harm to others, including their caregivers and health care providers.