For those living with self-identified disabilities who want to focus on building transferable skills for success in job hunting and on the job, the Access Ability program offers the Entrepreneurial Mindset Certificate (EMC) Program.
What to Expect
The program is free to join. In many cases, we pay you so that you can join stress free.
Choose the program(s) that interest(s) you.
Reach out to us at AccessAbility@smu.ca with any questions.
Yes, you can do both the Entrepreneurial Mindset Certificate and/or the Wage Subsidy. There are a limited number of work placements available, and they will be filled on first come first serve basis.
Yes. We will review applications and interview, as necessary.
During the Entrepreneurial Mindset Certificate program, participants earn three hours of pay, at minimum wage, according to their province of residence. Participants are paid for each session they attend. If participants attend at least fourteen of the eighteen sessions, they will graduate the program and earn a certificate of achievement. In total, participants can earn at least $850, if all sessions were attended.
Payment will be paid via mailed cheque, six weeks after the program is completed. Please be sure to give us an accurate address when you register so we will have the correct address on file.
No, the program is for anyone that self-identifies as living with a disability in Atlantic Canada.
