High school student, Lucas, loves his part-time job at Meridian Meats & Seafood. Through Canucks Autism Network (CAN) and Ready, Willing, & Able (RWA), Lucas was able to access on-the-job supports at Meridian to help him increase his confidence and find success in his work.

Meridian is a family business that has championed inclusive employment, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring, supporting, and celebrating their employees on the Autism Spectrum.

In this episode, learn about RWA, a free inclusive initiative designed to support Autistic job seekers, individuals with an intellectual disability, and employers learning to build an inclusive workplace.

Annette Burrows of Inclusion Langley speaks to the importance and benefits of inclusive hiring – both for the job seeker and the employer.


Made in partnership with:
Canucks Autism Network (CAN)
https://www.canucksautism.ca/
Ready, Willing & Able (RWA)
https://readywillingable.ca/
Inclusion Langley Society
https://inclusionlangley.com/
Presidents Group
https://accessibleemployers.ca/