Disability Inclusion in the Workplace Leadership Summit
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novembre 18, 2025
Across Bruce, Grey, Huron, and Perth counties, employers are facing a paradox: business and population growth on one side and deep labour shortages on the other. Regional vacancy rates remain among the highest in the province (Ontario Economic Report, 2025), with nearly 41% of employers reporting ongoing hiring challenges.
In this shifting labour landscape, disability inclusion is a workforce strategy. Businesses that embrace disability inclusive hiring report a 72% increase in productivity (Accenture, 2018), and are 8x stronger in innovation, customer service, and retention (Deloitte, 2019).
On November 18th, join us for the Workplace Leadership Summit on Disability Inclusion designed for executive leaders, business owners, and decision makers in Georgian Bay communities. This is an opportunity to learn and connect with local business leaders and disability inclusion experts to support your business growth.
This event is for business leaders and owners within the healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, or hospitality sectors.
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Georgian Peaks Ski Club, 04 Wensley Dr, Thornbury, ON N0H2P0
Cost: Free
Event Details:
- Doors open at 7:45 AM, Training starts 8:00 AM sharp (agenda available below)
- Breakfast will be provided. Dietary restrictions or food allergies must be indicated in advance by November 7th, 12:00 PM
- Free parking available on location
RSVP today to learn how you can be a part of Ontario’s disability inclusive business community. If you require any support or accommodation(s) to participate in this event, please e-mail kchan@odenetwork.com by November 11th, 2025.
This event is hosted by the Ontario Corporate Training Centre in collaboration with Life Directions Employment and Employment Services Grey Bruce Huron Perth.
Agenda
7:45: Doors Open and Breakfast
8:00: Disability Awareness and Confidence Training for Executive Leadership begins
10:00: Networking With Local Businesses and Disability Inclusion Experts
10:30: Final Remarks
About the Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC)
The Ontario Corporate Training Centre (OCTC) is a province wide project aimed to provide research informed training, resources, and services to businesses across Ontario.
This project is supported by the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) and funded by the Government of Canada.