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The Colors of Empowerment: A Deep Dive into the Disability Pride Flag
Celebrate Disability Pride Month this July and join the global movement of empowerment and visibility for individuals with disabilities. Every day, join us as we acknowledge the strength, resilience, and unique experiences of disabled people around the world. At the heart of this movement is the Disability Pride Flag, a powerful symbol created through a collaborative effort by Ann Magill, a disabled woman, with valuable input from the disabled community. Let’s take a closer look at its captivating elements and their significance:
Open Door Group is Expanding Nationally with CAN WiN!
We are thrilled to share some exciting updates from our organization, Open Door Group (ODG), as we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into four new provinces. As pioneers in inclusive employment, ODG has devoted immense effort to explore innovative service options that foster diversity, promote disability inclusion, and enhance accessibility in workplaces. Today, we are delighted to announce our collaboration with Canadian Partners in Workforce Innovation (CAN WiN) as we begin this remarkable journey.
Free Upcoming Webinar: Accessibility in 2023-Trends and Legislation You Need to Know
January 26th 10 am Pacific – 11 am Pacific- Via Zoom
Co-presented with Surrey Board of Trade
Christine Buchanan, the Regional Director of Employment Services and Training at Open Door Group will chair the BC Employment Accessibility Standard committee
“I am thrilled and honoured to be a chair and part of the committees that will help create BC’s first accessibility standards. I look forward to working with the province, the committee members, and employers to develop employment standards that make BC accessible for every person.”
Over 600 People Joined PEBCelebratesLive 2022 to celebrate UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Vancouver BC - December 3rd 2022 is the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities and Project EveryBODY’s PEBCelebrates Live! is the premier event in Vancouver. Project EveryBody is a community campaign led by Open Door Group, that promotes inclusive and accessible communities for people of all abilities. The event welcomed guest speakers from Open Door Group, City of Vancouver, and posAbilities to deliver the proclamation and open the event!
