We empower those facing barriers with work opportunities, eliciting their gifts and ability to contribute to the common good.
We model a different way of doing business: one where profit serves people, not the other way around. As a social enterprise, JustWork invests all income back into our workers, our clients, and our community.
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Vocation
We believe all people have unique gifts they can contribute towards society k and we aim to provide a work environment that draws out these gifts inherent in each person.
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Justice
We strive to provide a work situation that works with employees abilities and limits as opposed to exploiting them. This often means finding ways to side with those whose voiced are diminished or overlooked.
The importance of
vocation
Meeting practical needs
We pay our employees a fair wage for their work. Earning an income reminds people of their dignity and helps reduce income inequality.
Providing dignity
We always aim to provide a place where employees feel valued. We also ensure they can take pride in the products and services we offer.
Strong Community
Work is more than just earning a paycheck. Producing something together with others also builds friendship and creates a sense of belonging.
Discrimination in the jobs market
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People with moderate disabilities are far less likely to be employed despite representing over on fifth of the population. Yet, many people with disabilities have the ability and interest to work. They just aren't given the opportunity.
Prevalence of disability
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22%
of Canadians have a Disability
That's over 6 million people who are15 years and older.
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39%
of People with Disability
aren't in school or employed and are able to work
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645k
People with Disability
aged 25 to 64 are able to enter the workforce
They face discrimination in the jobs market
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59%
Disability Employment Rate
compared to 80% for the general population
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24%
Employment Rate Variance
for people with moderate disabilities versus those with severe disabilities
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3x
Poverty likelihood
28% of people with a moderate disability live in poverty compared to 10% of the general population
We see our efforts as a way to advance social and economical justice through the realm of work.
The difference we are making
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22%
Employees
The amount of people we provide supportive employment to through our enterprises
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2%
Donation Leverage
Every dollar equates to a total impact of $2.00 as a result of income from our social enterprises
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92%
Increase in Income
Amount of additional wages per year someone on disability can earn
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