We’ve been doing a number of things. First of all, we’ve looked at different jurisdictions that have been doing some groundbreaking work in this area. We invited the Yukon to come and describe what process they took to work in increasing the representation of people with disabilities in the workforce. We had a workshop. We have had our committees working together. We have put in place sensitivity training for senior managers. So we are looking at the process of establishing an area that would focus entirely on increasing the representation of disabled people in the workforce. As we speak, we are hiring more people. But as the Member knows, it’s a question of people self-identifying themselves and you can only self-identify yourself once. So right now we’re starting to see an increase and we’re continuing to do work in this area. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bob McLeod on Question 74-16(4): Public Service Strategic Plan As It Relates To The Affirmative Action Policy
In the Legislative Assembly on October 26th, 2009. See this statement in context.
Question 74-16(4): Public Service Strategic Plan As It Relates To The Affirmative Action Policy
Oral Questions
October 25th, 2009
Yellowknife South
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