Calgary Alternative Employment Services

Disability Pride Month is celebrated in Canada every July to recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of the disabled community. The grassroots movement champions disability as a natural part of human diversity while raising awareness against ableism and systemic barriers.

The Disability Pride Flag was originally created by Ann Magill in 2019 and updated in 2021 to be more accessible. The flag features a black background to mourn victims of ableist violence, and a diagonal stripe that cuts across the field, symbolizing breaking through societal barriers.

The stripe is made up of six colors:

Red – Physical disabilities
Gold – Neurodivergence
White – Invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
Blue – Psychiatric disabilities
Green – Sensory disabilities

Together, these colors show that disability spans across all borders and communities. Disability Pride is about visibility, joy, resistance, and belonging—for everyone, everywhere.

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to shape Canada today.

The best way to gain a deeper understanding of First Nations, Inuit and Métis experiences is through their own voices:

• read books by Indigenous authors
• attend events and community gatherings
• watch films or performances
• listen to music by Indigenous artists
• follow First Nations, Inuit and Métis creators on social media

We encourage you to take some time to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis as well as our collective past.

Each month, CAES will be recognizing Candidates who have gone above and beyond working towards their employment goals. 💥
Congratulations to Adelle, who is our "Candidate of the Month" for June✨
CAES has a diverse talent pool ready to hit the ground running; please visit our website
https://www.calgary-employment.ca/ to learn more about Supported Employment!