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Empowering Inclusive Employment (Vancouver)

Date(s):
March 12, 2025
Venue:
CPHR BC & Yukon - Boardroom
1101 - 1111 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, V6E2J3 
Website:
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Description:
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This interactive workshop provides hands-on learning and equips participants with the skills and practical tools to recognize barriers to disability inclusion, establish accessible hiring practices, and foster a workplace culture that reduces stigma and supports diverse talent. Build confidence and feel empowered in creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees.

All participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion.

In this half-day workshop, you will learn:
  • Identify barriers to inclusive employment for people with disabilities and understand their impact on recruitment and retention.
  • Develop disability-inclusive hiring practices and workplace strategies.
  • Implement accommodations and accessible work environments that support employees with disabilities.
  • Foster a disability-inclusive company culture that reduces stigma and bias.
  • Gain practical tools to improve confidence in employing people with disabilities.
Learning materials & takeaways:
  • Checklist to audit web page accessibility
  • Guidelines for applying the 7 principles of Universal Design
  • Sample accommodations of interviews
  • Tips to prevent inclusion barriers in team settings
  • Guidelines to support disabled employee development
  • Tips to foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement
  • Disability Management practices that help support disabled employees
  • Tips to onboard new employees
Who should attend: This session is designed for human resources professionals who are committed to and seeking actionable strategies to create a more inclusive hiring process and fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. Whether you're looking to refine your existing practices or develop new approaches, this session will equip you with practical tools and perspectives to make meaningful progress in inclusive recruitment.
 
CPD hours
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Competency
3.0 Entry Level   Intermediate Level   Senior Level



 
 
In partnership with:
 
Work Wellness Institute 
 
Instructor: Tara Beaton (she/her) - Tara Beaton Learning Solutions (Click for Tara's Bio)
Format: In-Person Workshop
Time: Arrival & Sign-in 8:30 - 9:00am; Workshop 9:00am - 12:00pm
Note: Refreshments and snacks provided; lunch is not included.
Location: CPHR BC & Yukon Boardroom, Suite 1101-1111 W. Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2J3

 
Registration Fees
 

Registration Deadline:
 March 7, 2025

Member

$225.00

Non-Member

$275.00

 
All Enquiries: pd@cphrbc.ca

Fees & Cancellation Policy:
• Fees and/or agenda are subject to change without notice.
• All pricing excludes applicable taxes. HST/GST # 119446714
• A full refund, less a $25 processing fee, will be issued for cancellations submitted at least one week prior to an event or workshop. Attendee substitutions are permitted; however, member/non-member rate differences will apply. Please submit cancellation or substitution requests by e-mail (pd@cphrbc.ca).

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CPHR BC & Yukon - Boardroom

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Tara Beaton


A seasoned speaker, trainer, and disability management expert, Tara Beaton uses her 25 years of experience in accessibility, vocational rehabilitation, and training to help organizations achieve healthy, productive, and sustainable workplaces. With a focus on supporting human resource practitioners, disability management specialists, managers, and leaders, Tara has provided expert guidance and delivered keynote speeches across Canada on topics including duty to accommodate, return to work, neurodiversity, mental health, and accessible recruitment. She has developed courses for several post-secondary institutions nationwide, and holds a Master of Adult Education degree, Disability Management diploma, and the Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) and Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP) designations. A longtime member and former Board Member of VRA Canada, Tara is dedicated advocate for disability rights and promoting workplace inclusion.


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