OBAA Profile: Ontario Leader in Accessible Employment

About the Ontario Leader in Accessible Employment Award:

The Ontario Leader in Accessible Employment Award is awarded to a business or organization that has created an accessible work environment, values the contribution of persons with disabilities, and promotes the development of an inclusive workplace culture for all.

Finalist: Hillside Haven Retirement Residence

Industry: Senior Care

About: Hillside Haven is a small retirement residence in Cambellford, Ontario. Hillside Haven’s approach to senior living is more than having an address, it’s about caring, and providing a meaningful way of life in a family environment. They want all who live at Hillside Haven to be proud to call the beautiful 160 year old Victorian house their home.

What makes Hillside Haven a leader in accessible employment? Since the beginning days of Hillside Haven, the staff have worked closely with Community Living and E.A.R.N. to hire, train and support staff with various abilities.

“At Hillside Haven Retirement Residence we know that together we can, we do and we will improve the lives of seniors.”

Michael Gestetner, Director, Hillside Haven Retirement Residence

For more information on Hillside Haven Retirement Residence go to:
www.hillsideretirement.com

Finalist: YMCA Hamilton, Burlington and Brantford

Industry: Community Services

About: A charitable organization, the YMCA annually serves more than 195,000 people living in Hamilton, Burlington and Brantford (HBB). The YMCA nurtures potential and builds healthy communities through programming such as: fitness, child care, day and overnight camping, employment training, community outreach and more.

What makes YMCA HBB a leader in accessible employment? The YMCA is committed to ensuring the values of inclusion and diversity are reflected in both programs we deliver as well in our employment and volunteer practices.

“Our success is based on our continued commitment to adapt and remain relevant to our communities while ensuring we use our own values as a guide. Our values of inclusion and diversity ensure that there is a space for everyone at the YMCA.”

Jim Commerford, President & CEO, YMCA HBB

For more information on YMCA Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford go to:
www.ymcahbb.ca

The 2016 OBAA’s are taking place on Tuesday, November 29th at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre.