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AccessOn New site by Ontario government for employers to assist in making their sites accessible

Adaptive Technology Resource Centre The ATRC web site can provide you with a wealth of information on the subject of Adaptive Technology.  A number of tutorials to aid in the installation and use of various common adaptive software packages are also included on the website. Sister site available at SNOW (see below).

Assistive Technology Links This site is intended to help you learn about assistive technologies and programs and services related to technical accommodations.  Featured on this site is Accessible Procurement Tool kit National site of Accessible Tool kit for workplace accommodations. Extensive information on a range of disabilities and devices appropriate for accommodation.

Assistive Device Companies Links to company directories working in the Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) sector. Each link takes you to a directory of specialized companies for each type of assistive devices

Assistive Vocational Technology Associates Specializes in providing accommodation for people with disabilities in the workplace or school based on professional assessments of our clients' individual needs. AVTA provides a comprehensive solution addressing all aspects of job accommodation from workplace evaluation and modification to implementation and training on assistive devices.

ATN Access Inc. ATN Access for Persons with Disabilities Inc. provides computer training, computer assisted learning, and literacy upgrading opportunities for adults with disabilities to assist them in entering or re-entering the workforce. We offer a variety of services to employers, including: disability accommodation and assistive technology consultation; job matching; job coaching for new employees with disabilities; and on-going support and follow-up.

Blind Person's Right Act It's against the law in Ontario to deny access to people with visual disabilities who are accompanied by a guide dog.

Canadian Standards Association The Canadian Standards Association is a not-for-profit membership-based association serving business

The Canadian Hearing Society Founded in 1940 and unique in North America, CHS offers a complete roster of essential services, including sign language interpreting; one-on-one language development for deaf and hard of hearing children using play as the medium of learning; employment consulting; sign language instruction; speechreading training; hearing testing; hearing aids; counselling; and the most complete range of communication devices that assist and augment communication, including TTYs (text telephones), visual smoke detectors, baby monitors, signalling devices and alarm clocks.

Cantor Access Inc. Hands on consulting and training on accessibility, assistive technologies, and employment accommodation.

Changing Paces  Accessibility Standards Training - Fostering a culture of accommodation through experiential education and open discussion.  Accessibility empowers everyone; businesses attract more employees and customers, the public gains greater access to products and services as a result and people with disabilities have the opportunity to unleash their full potential.

Ethics Centre Today companies, professionals and individuals alike are being held accountable for their actions as demand grows for higher standards of corporate social responsibility.

Essential Skills Describes 250 profiles of essential skills used in the workplace.

Excel Thru Learning offers on-line and classroom training programs, as well as consulting services, which will help you achieve compliance with the recent Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) in a cost effective manner while improving the level of service you provide to your customers.

Get Trained Workers Your one-stop shop for trained, qualified employees. 

Inspirational Quotes by Famous People with Disabilities or Differences - "Passion is the great slayer of adversity. Focus on strengths and what you enjoy." - Charles Schwab

Kino Mobility A leader in Ontario providing personal solutions that range from simple driving controls to full van and mini van conversions, wheelchair and scooter lifts and manual and electric wheelchair ramps, state-of-the-art electronic driving controls. They also provide commercial, taxi and community transit vehicles and all are backed by factory-trained and certified technical specialists.

Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario  Provides information on learning disabilities: definitions and types

Local Training Boards of Ontario The role of Local Boards is to engage their communities and community partners in a local labour market research and planning process that leads to cooperative efforts among partners to find local solutions to local issues.

Manpower Employment Outlook Survey 2008 Canadian Employment Outlook

Mayo Clinic Health Solutions Mayo Clinic Health Solutions' award-winning consumer Web site offers health information and self-improvement tools. MayoClinic.com's medical experts and editorial professionals bring you access to the knowledge and experience of Mayo Clinic for all your consumer health information needs, from cancer, diabetes and heart disease to nutrition, exercise and pregnancy.

Mental Health in the Workplace Largest study conducted of Canadian Workplace of Mental Health and Depression, November 19, 2007. To view the entire study click on press release and the powerpoint presentation.

 The Mental Health Commission of Canada The goal of the Mental Health Commission of Canada is to help bring into being an integrated mental health system that places people living with mental illness at its centre. Learn more about Bill C50 - funds which will be used to find ways to help homeless persons with mental illness.Ministry of Community and Social Services  All questions and answers on the development of accessibility to make Ontario fully accessible by 2025

Mental Health Works Mental Health Works helps organizations to manage their duty to accommodate employees experiencing mental disabilities such as depression or anxiety in the workplace.

Moods Magazine strives to promote the education of mood disorders in the workplace -- to both management and their staff. 

National Occupation Classification The NOC is an organized framework to assist people with understanding the jobs in Canada's labour market.

Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

Safeability With one in eight Canadians considered to have a disability, the concept of a health and safety program for this community is long overdue. SafeAbility answers the call of an untapped market by providing employers, job seekers, workers with disabilities or injuries and the community with an inclusive health and safety training and awareness program that benefits all stakeholders.

SNOW - Special Needs Ontario Window  SNOW is an online community service provided by the Adaptive Technology Resource Centre at the University of Toronto.  We offer articles, resources, news, and courses for anyone interested in learning about special education, adaptive technologies, inclusive design, and web accessibility.

Special Needs Computer Solutions Inc provides the latest solutions in Assistive Technology (AT) Aids for Special Needs adults and children.  The latest solutions in Computer Ergonomics devices for all computer users.  The latest in high tech visual aids products.

Thinking Outside The Box  This site is for anyone who wants to support employment for persons with disabilities. It is for employers, job seekers, employees, and union representatives looking for information about making workplaces more accessible and inclusive.  

Universal Design The Universal Design Series is a sequence of interdisciplinary workshops presented annually by the Design Exchange to introduce the design industry and other professionals to the concepts of Universal Design and how they can create universally accessible products, services and environments for people of all abilities and age groups.

The US Business Leaders Network The US Business Leadership Network (USBLN®) is the national business organization currently representing BLN chapters in 32 states and more than 5000 employers using a “business to business” strategy to promote the business imperative of including people with disabilities in the workforce. Watch this educational and informative video about how Walgreens has successfully increased productivity through the hiring of persons with disabilities.