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Discover the latest articles from the Alberta Employment First Network (AEFN), where we share valuable insights, success stories, and expert perspectives on how to overcome barriers and promote inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Alberta. Join us on this empowering journey of collaboration and advocacy as we strive to create a workforce that is more diverse and inclusive.
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Impact Over Everything

With Thabani Conrad Bhala , Founder of Canada Career Training and Chair of the Employment Action Table Efficient impact is…
August 15, 2024
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Exploring Access to Meaningful Employment

With Cintia Lutz, founder of Able & Available Job Board Imagine a job board that identifies a list of inclusive…
July 24, 2024
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Join the AEFN membership!

If you’ve been looking for a platform to connect with employers, service providers, job seekers and community members on topics…
May 29, 2024
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MCG Careers in Red Deer : the benefits of a close-knit community

Employment trends may look different across big cities and rural areas in Alberta, but the city of Red Deer’s strengths…
May 17, 2024
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Sponsor the 2024 DEAM IDEA Conference!

With the support of companies that align themselves with inclusive employment, we can continue to create meaningful education and knowledge…
May 6, 2024
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A Gold Standard Advocacy Group

An advocacy group that collaborates on concerns that affect a broader community can achieve changes like the implementation of a…
April 9, 2024
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An organic approach to inclusive employment

Business Spotlight with Kevin Wagner from South Country Co-op How can a positive experience with a service provider shape an…
March 6, 2024
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Redefining Accessible Design

Business Spotlight with Brad Bartko from Accessible by Design Brad Bartko, co-founder of Accessible by Design, runs a successful business…
February 7, 2024
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What’s the right thing to say?

Language matters – we know that. The words we use to describe folks with disabilities matter. Although there is not…
November 25, 2023
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The speakers of the DEAM Idea Conference

A unique feature of this year’s DEAM Idea Conference are the panelists. Each panelist has lived experience with disability, and…
October 20, 2023
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Ignoring the Disabled is Costing Your Small Business

The life of a business owner is a world of bottom lines – You get what you put into it.…
October 11, 2023
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Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive Employment

Alberta Employment First Network works collaboratively with employers, service providers, and job seekers to improve employment outcomes for individuals with…
September 13, 2023
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DEAM Idea Conference 2023

October is National Disability Employment Awareness month! AEFN is pleased to present the second annual DEAM IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity,…
September 13, 2023
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Who is Alberta Employment First Network?

Alberta Employment First Network (AEFN) is a newly formed organization representing our disability community and is working to reduce barriers…
September 13, 2023
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