News & Events
THE LATEST
PDC is continually working to support people with disabilities in the employment space. We also recognize the broader work being done by others in a similar cause. Here you will find the latest news and events that seek the same goals as PDC.
OUR EVENTS
OCT 1st – City of Edmonton Proclamation: Disability Employment Awareness Month
OCT 8th – DEAM: Opportunity in Action
ByGateway Association Event link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/deam-opportunity-in-action-tickets-1999308969949?aff=oddtdtcreator Follow NAIT Productivity and Innovation CentreEdmonton, AB Thursday, October 8 • 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Overview Build confidence,...
OCT 6-8th – DEAM IDEA Conference 2026
In celebration of Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Alberta Employment First Network (AEFN) presents the 5th annual DEAM IDEA Conference — a multi-day learning and workforce development experience focused on strengthening inclusive employment practices across...
OCT 8 DEAM Connect | By Goodwill Industries of Alberta
ByGoodwill Industries of Alberta The Plaza TheatreCalgary, AB Thursday, October 8 • 12 PM - 4 PM Overview DEAM Connect is a networking event hosted by Goodwill Industries of Alberta where you can meet new people and make valuable connections. DEAM: CONNECT...
OCT 6th – Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) 2026 Rally
A Call to Action for Inclusive Workplaces
Celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)
The United Nations recognizes International Day of Persons withDisabilities (IDPD) each year on December 3. This day increases awareness of diverse abilities and promotes inclusion for Albertans with disabilities. Celebrate Join the Speaker’s Office and PCSPD for a...
DEAM Ender 2025 – Oct 29th
Looking back on DEAM 2025 and forward to DEAM 2026
Employment Art Fair Oct 15th
Employment Art Fair - meet Alberta artists with disabilities
Inclusion Perks
Gateway Association will be hosting our Inclusion Perks event again this year on October 21st from 9:30am to 11:30am. Join us on October 21st at Felice Cafe for a morning of coffee, connections, and conversations that spark real change. This isn’t your...
