Skills and employment supports for persons with learning disabilities

Addressing the employment gap between persons with learning disabilities and those without disabilities is crucial to realizing the individual, organizational and societal benefits of inclusion. In this report, best and promising practices for supporting persons with learning disabilities aged 15 and over in the labour market are explored through a comprehensive review of literature. Two core research modules were used, both of which include Canadian and international sources —a scoping review of peer-reviewed literature and an environmental scan of grey literature and websites. An intersectional approach was taken, with consideration of factors such as gender, race, age, and disability profile. 

Seven recommendations for more equitable and inclusive skills training and employment opportunities for persons with learning disabilities are shared in the report.