Employment First

10/16/2026

North Bay proudly displayed its best purple and blue lights last night, joining many others across Canada in showing support. Thank you to all the programs and individuals who helped raise awareness about disability employment.



North Bay a fièrement illuminé la ville de ses plus belles lumières violettes et bleues hier soir, se joignant à de nombreuses collectivités partout au Canada pour démontrer leur soutien. Merci à tous les programmes et à toutes les personnes qui ont contribué à sensibiliser la population à l’emploi des personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle.

10/15/2026

Light It Up Purple Today!

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and today we invite our community, employers, partners, and supporters to join the Light It Up! for NDEAM™ campaign.

Together, let's celebrate the talents, skills, and contributions of individuals with disabilities while promoting workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Show your support today. Light it up purple, share your photos, and help spread the message of inclusion and employment for all.



Illuminons la journée en violet aujourd’hui!

Octobre est le Mois national de sensibilisation à l’emploi des personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle, (NDEAM), et aujourd’hui, nous invitons notre communauté, nos employeurs, nos partenaires et nos alliés à se joindre à la campagne Light It Up! for NDEAM™.

Ensemble, célébrons les talents, les compétences et les contributions des personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle, tout en favorisant des milieux de travail où chacun a la possibilité de réussir.

Montrez votre soutien dès aujourd’hui. Illuminez vos espaces en violet ou en bleu, partagez vos photos et contribuez à faire rayonner le message de l’inclusion et de l’emploi pour tous.

10/01/2026

Today marks the start of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2026!

09/18/2026

Light It Up! For NDEAM!
On October 15, Canada Lights Up.

From city halls and office towers to community centres, local landmarks, and businesses, organizations across the country will illuminate their buildings in purple and blue in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).

Join hundreds of organizations and let's show that North Bay supports disability-inclusive employment and celebrates the skills, talents, and contributions of people with disabilities.

If you'd like to participate, send us a message here, email us at [email protected], or call 705-471-3227 for more information.
If you'd like to speak with us, Employment First can visit your organization or business.

You can also scan the QR code on the comment section to register.

One night. Hundreds of locations. One shared commitment to inclusion.

07/08/2026

We're just days away from the Light It Up! For NDEAM™ 2026: Building Momentum Together Webinar!

Join organizations from across Canada as we launch this year's campaign, share participation opportunities, and begin building momentum toward October 15.

Whether you're planning to light up a workplace, landmark, municipal building, or community space, this webinar will help you get started.

Date & Time: July 9, 2026

Location: Online

Don't miss your chance to connect, learn, and get involved!

Register today: https://ontariodisabilityemploymentnetwork15.wildapricot.org/event-6736881



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A promotional graphic for ODEN’s Light It Up! For NDEAM™ 2026: Building Momentum Together webinar. The image features the historic Government House in Newfoundland and Labrador illuminated in purple light against a nighttime sky, symbolizing support for disability inclusion and participation in Light It Up! For NDEAM™. The ODEN logo appears in the upper-right corner, while the webinar title is displayed prominently in large white text. Event details are listed below, including July 9, 2026, 1:00 PM ET, and Online, alongside corresponding icons. A light blue “Register Today” button appears in the lower-right corner, inviting participants to join the national launch event and help build momentum for Light It Up! For NDEAM™ 2026.

07/02/2026

06/29/2026

Empowering Independence Through First Aid Training

Employment First celebrates an inspiring group of individuals who took an important step toward greater independence and confidence by completing First Aid training.
It helps build confidence, encourages independence, and equips individuals with the ability to respond in emergencies and help others in need.

Through hands-on practice, participants gained valuable knowledge, including:
-How to respond to emergencies
-Basic life-saving techniques
-Staying calm and acting with confidence

This training empowers everyone to feel capable, included, and prepared. It also shows that with the right support and opportunities, everyone can learn essential skills and make a difference in their community.

06/23/2026

Join us on the course ⛳ for Community Living North Bay’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament brought to you by Schuster, Boyd, McDonald. This tournament will…

06/05/2026

Thank you to the heroes with badges and the heroes with stop signs.
The City of North Bay is safer, stronger, and better because of all of you.

05/29/2026

Employment First congratulates Liam on landing a vital role at See More Graphics. His dedication and commitment to achieving meaningful employment have truly paid off.

Huge thanks to See More Graphics for embracing inclusive employment and giving Liam a place to shine. This is what community leadership looks like.