Creative Employment Options

A chef works in the kitchen.

Matthew Finds a Job He’s Passionate About in the Food Services Industry

March 17, 2026

Matthew was born with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. He has recently noticed a decline in his memory and finds himself forgetting information more easily than before. He also struggled in school in the past, which he now thinks could be related to his disability. To manage this, Matthew finds that having additional time to learn material and practicing repetition is helpful.

Creative Employment Options Webinar: Mastering Interviews with Confidence

March 10, 2026

Interviews can be stressful for anyone, and even more so for people with disabilities who may worry about how to discuss accommodations or address potential biases. You might be asking yourself; how do I talk about my disability in an interview? Should I mention it at all? What can I do to feel more confident […]

Creative Employment Options participant Rebecca on stage in a wheelchair during the Ryga Arts Festival.

Rebecca Finds a Great Work Experience With the Ryga Arts Festival

March 5, 2026

Rebecca (name changed to protect privacy) is a young songwriter who is passionate about the arts. She has cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, and uses a wheelchair. Looking for work experience that suited her interests, she joined our Creative Employment Options program.

Creative Employment Options Webinar: Navigating the Hidden Job Market

February 10, 2026

Looking for a job can be especially challenging for people with disabilities, particularly when many opportunities are never advertised publicly. You might wonder, how do people find these hidden jobs? What does effective networking look like? How can I approach someone about a job that isn’t posted online? In this webinar, we’ll answer these questions […]

Computer Comfort

Digital Literacy is the First Step Towards Employment

February 10, 2026

In today’s workplace, digital literacy — being able to use a computer, knowing how to use email and navigate the internet — is a must. Often, the first step to achieving employment is ensuring your digital literacy skills are up to par.

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