Success Stories

Cynthia with her art and leatherwork

Cynthia Builds a Business to Share Her Art

October 15, 2024

Cynthia had a severe traumatic brain injury in 2017 that left her fighting for her life. She had to relearn many things — reading, writing, walking without an aid, managing stairs, and even putting jam on toast.

Jesse standing in front of a scenic view of a mountain valley

Jesse’s Inspired to Pursue a Career Helping Others

October 7, 2024

Jesse learned about Neil Squire through the Calgary Public Library and joined our Creative Employment Options program to explore careers that would accommodate his barriers and help him find purpose in his work.

A person unloads boxes from a van.

Creative Employment Options Helps Lorne Get Back in the Workforce

September 5, 2024

Early last year, Lorne experienced sudden hearing loss, before also losing his ability to speak. He uses a pen and notepad, limited lip-reading skills, and American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate. He also uses a small clip-on microphone that transmits the speaker’s voice directly into his ears using wireless technology that connects to his hearing aids. Despite these supports, he has struggled to find work.

Jeremiah wearing a mask as he works with wood.

“I Have Learned So Many Great Skills”

August 22, 2024

With the help of our Creative Employment Options program, Jeremiah found full-time summer employment as a Carpenter/Woodworking Trainee with the Core Neighbourhood Youth Co-op (CNYC).

A black and white selfie of Blake taken in a gym.

Blake Starts a Career in the Trades

August 6, 2024

As Blake was finishing his last year of high school, he was working on his plan for after graduation. His resource teacher referred him to Neil Squire’s Creative Employment Options program for help.

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