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National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) takes place every October to celebrate the contributions of people who have a disability in workplaces and communities, and to raise awareness about the importance of inclusive employment. This year’s theme is Inclusive Employment Across Canada: Building A Workforce Without Barriers.
As part of the campaign, ODEN is hosting the Work Without Barriers Event Series throughout October, plus the national Light It Up! For NDEAMTM celebration on October 16, 2025.
ODEN is hosting a virtual series discussing barriers in the workplace and exploring disability inclusion across industries.
- Oct 2nd | 1:00 PM ET| Online
- Learn how to make NDEAM 2025 a success and take practical first steps toward inclusive employment.
- Oct 9th | 1:00 PM ET | Online
- Explore strategies to support mental health and reduce workplace burnout through inclusion.
- Oct 14th | 1:00 PM ET| Online
- Discover how Project SEARCH graduates bring valuable skills and a competitive edge to businesses.
- Oct 21st | 1:00 PM ET| Online
- Hear from industry voices on how disability inclusion strengthens the hospitality sector.
- Oct 28th | 1:00 PM ET | Online
- Learn how inclusive hiring can build stronger, more resilient healthcare workplaces.
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, landmarks, businesses, and communities across Canada will light up in purple and blue to celebrate disability inclusion in employment. This national movement sparks conversations about accessibility and opportunity. Will your business or community join us and light it up this year?