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IWSCC’s Empowering Equality

Business & Economics Podcasts

The official podcast of the Inclusive Workplace and Supply Council of Canada.

Location:

Canada

Description:

The official podcast of the Inclusive Workplace and Supply Council of Canada.

Language:

English


Episodes
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The Snowball Effect of Diverse-Owned Suppliers with Sarah-Anne Hrycenko

2/20/2024
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks about the misconceptions of working with Deaf professionals, the advantages of working with diverse-owned businesses,, and how Procurement Assistance Canada helps those businesses with Sarah-Anne Hrycenko. Learn more about the IWSCC at www.iwscc.ca

Duration:00:34:32

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Disability is Not a Hat with Cam Wells

2/5/2024
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks X-Men, lost rock ‘n roll, and what it means to share stories, with journalist and host of Handi-Link, Cameron Wells. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit www.iwscc.ca

Duration:00:37:46

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What an Ombuds Can Do for You with Alexander Jeglic

1/19/2024
Deidre Guy talks working with the Canadian Government as a small business, and how the Office of the Procurement Ombuds can help with Canada’s very own Procurement Ombuds: Alexander Jeglic. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:45:30

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Every Canadian Counts with Hubert Van Niekerk

12/5/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks with Hubert Van Niekirk about Every Canadian Counts and their proposal for a new way to support people with disabilities in Canada. To watch this episode with Video, Closed Captions, and ASL Interpretation, visit the IWSCC on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@IWSCCOfficial Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: www.iwscc.ca

Duration:00:48:39

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Mindfulness and Mental Health with Ian MacVicar

11/23/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks mindfulness, mental health, and applying your expertise with Veteran and entrepreneur Ian MacVicar.

Duration:00:31:39

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Creative Storytelling with Dan Banko

10/31/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks… You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:29:54

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Writing What You Know with RealLife Pictures

10/3/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy discusses understanding disability in ourselves and others, and how we channel ourselves into our work with Reallife Pictures Owner and Producer Kulbinder Saran Caldwell, and Writers and creators Graham Kent and Ty Freedman. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:50:49

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Breaking Through with Mike Shoreman

9/1/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks overcoming adversity, adjusting to disability later in life, accomplishing goals through dedication and support, and more with author, advocate, and the first athlete with a disability to cross all 5 great lakes: Mike Shoreman. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:35:23

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Leading by Example with Wisedocs

7/5/2023
In this episode, Deidre Guy talks about how military service prepares you for entrepreneurship, the difficulties of transitioning to civilian life, and how diverse-led businesses promote diversity from within with Veteran and Wisedocs founder Connor Atchison. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:28:43

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Sharing Knowledge with Julie Caldwell and Tara Connelly

6/8/2023
In this episode Deidre Guy talks with Tara Connelly and Julie Caldwell from Carleton University’s Accessibility Institute about accessibility research, the key to inclusive mindsets, and the strength of building communities. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:49:49

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Supplier Roundtable with Michelle AuCoin, Jolene MacDonald, and Pamela Shainhouse

5/25/2023
In this episode Deidre Guy talks with three IWSCC suppliers about the intersection between running a business, being a woman, and being a caregiver, and dispels some myths about disabled entrepreneurship with Learnability President and Executive Director Michelle AuCoin, Accessibrand Creative Director Jolene MacDonald, and Shainhouse Group President Pamela Shainhouse You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:50:41

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Intersectionality and Accessibility with Jade Pichette

3/26/2023
In this episode Deidre Guy talks Pride at Work, where inclusion meets accessibility, the intersection between neurodiversity, queer, and trans identities with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility professional Jade Pichette! You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:42:16

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The Business Case for Accessibility with Brad Brohman

2/2/2023
In this episode Deidre guy talks about the challenges of accessible procurement, the myth of the cost of accessibility, and the unique strengths of disability with ally, advocate, and business strategist Brad Brohman. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:40:21

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Disabled Entrepreneurship with Ace’s Project Development Inc.

1/18/2023
In this episode Deidre Guy talks Disabled entrepreneurship, overcoming barriers in business, and the Canadian perception on disabled business owners with Aleks and Nataliia Poposki from Ace’s Project Development Inc! You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:36:07

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Levelling The Playing Field with Jessica Grey

12/23/2022
In this episode Deidre Guy talks corporate responsibility, community outreach, and what it means to certify as a diverse supplier with Jessica Grey from RBC. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:36:24

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The Corporate Connection with Bell Canada

11/24/2022
Deidre Guy talks diverse certification, where supplier diversity is now, and where it’s headed, all from the Canadian corporate perspective with Kayla Maduk from Bell! You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:38:45

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Lifelong Learning with Bradley Sheppard

10/27/2022
In this episode Deidre Guy talks being a part of the military, bias awareness, and Veteran entrepreneurship with Sheppard Diversity Training You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:36:27

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Workplace Revolution With The Challenge Factory

9/22/2022
In this episode Deidre Guy talks ageing workforce, the hidden talents of Veterans, and the future of workplace revolution with Lisa Taylor, President of The Challenge Factory. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:36:53

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Building Your Network With Supplier Diversity Alliance Canada

9/22/2022
In this episode Deidre Guy talks the do’s and don’ts of networking and fine tuning your pitch with Darrell Schuurman and Silvia Pencak. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/
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The Walled Wide Web With Dawn Campbell

9/2/2022
In this episode Deidre guy talks physical, digital, and procurement accessibility with specialist Dawn Campbell. You can find more episodes of this podcast, as well as the video version on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/iwsccpodcast/ Or to learn more about the IWSCC visit: https://linktr.ee/IWSCCOfficial/

Duration:00:43:07