Substance Cares

11/17/2025

Only 33% of Canadian adults with autism are employed, compared to 79% of adults without disabilities. That's why we exist. Spectrum Works was born from a simple conversation between two friends—one concerned about his son's future. Today, we're in our 9th year of creating meaningful connections between autistic job seekers and inclusive employers. We're working toward a Canada where everyone is respected for who they are and what they bring. Where talent isn't overlooked because of barriers in the hiring process. Where inclusive employment is the standard, not the exception. Learn more about our mission at spectrumworks.ca

11/14/2025

Behind every successful Spectrum Works career fair is a team of dedicated people who believe in what we do. From planning and logistics to greeting participants and ensuring everyone feels supported—our staff and volunteers are the heart of this mission. They show up because they believe autistic job seekers deserve access to meaningful employment opportunities. This is our Toronto team from our recent fair. These are the faces behind the connections, the conversations, and the hope we help create. To everyone who volunteers their time, energy, and passion—thank you. You make inclusive employment possible. Learn more about our work at spectrumworks.ca

11/06/2025

What an amazing time we had in Ottawa! 💙
Our Spectrum Works event brought together passionate people, inclusive employers, and neurodiverse job seekers to create real opportunities and stronger communities.

Thank you to everyone who made it possible — our partners, volunteers, and attendees. Together, we’re building a future where everyone belongs. 🌍

10/25/2025

Toronto, you showed up! Thank you to our employers, community partners, and every job seeker who made the Spectrum Works Toronto Career Fair a success. Watch the recap and relive the highlights. The full photo album is already on our page—tag yourself and your team.

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

To the employers, support groups, job seekers and volunteers who joined us at last Friday’s Toronto Career Fair — THANK YOU! Your energy, conversations, and commitment to inclusion made the event truly special. 🙌

📸 Look out for our photo share later today — we’ll be uploading all event photos to our page!

10/16/2025

Last week's Spectrum Works job fair in Ottawa was an inspiring day of meaningful connections between autistic job seekers, inclusive employers, and service providers committed to building better workplaces.

Watch our event recap video to see the impact firsthand—the handshakes, the conversations, the hope, and the opportunities created when we come together.

10/11/2025

Thank you to all the Employers, Service Providers, Job Seekers, Volunteers and Substance Cares staff who made Ottawa special! We hope everyone enjoyed the event. Please share with us any feedback for next year to [email protected].

10/11/2025

Here's just a small sample of pictures from our Ottawa event--Swipe to the end for our favourite! 🐶 Our full photo album will be shared here shortly.

10/10/2025

We're now one week away from our final career fair of the year--our in-person Toronto event! We've been busy planning, and we can't wait to see you there. Please send us a private message or email us at [email protected] with any questions.

10/07/2025

Thank you, Ottawa! The energy from autistic job seekers, inclusive employers, and service providers was incredible. We’ll share photos soon. Next stop: Toronto on Friday, October 17. Will we see you there? Comment below or message us with any questions.

10/07/2025

Today’s the day—our first in-person career fair of the year in Ottawa! We’re excited to see you there. If you need help with directions, check your email or send us a private message.