DEAM Rally 2025
Save the Date
Sherwood Park Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) Rally – September 16, 2025.
Dear Families, Disability Support Agencies, MLAs, Municipal Government Representatives, Employers, and Federal Government Representatives,
You are cordially invited to participate in this year’s Strathcona County Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) Rally, a vital event dedicated to raising awareness about the employment challenges faced by individuals living with disabilities and advocating for meaningful employment opportunities.
We are calling upon our community leaders, support agencies, employers, and government representatives to join us in amplifying the voices of individuals with disabilities and fostering a more inclusive and equitable workforce.
Event Details:
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Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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Time: 12:30 PM Sharp
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Location:
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Rally Commencement: Sherwood Park Library
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Procession: To Staples Parking Lot on Baseline Road
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Official Proclamation: Strathcona County Hall
Event Highlights:
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A powerful demonstration of community support for disability employment.
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An opportunity to connect with individuals, families, and organizations dedicated to this cause.
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A chance to learn about the importance of inclusive hiring practices.
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An official proclamation to solidify the importance of DEAM.
We encourage you to arrive promptly at 12:30 PM at the Sherwood Park Library to participate in the rally and procession. Signs will be provided, or you are welcome to create your own to express your support. Please wear red to demonstrate your solidarity and unity.
Your presence at this rally will send a powerful message of support and contribute to creating lasting change in our community. Let us unite to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
We sincerely hope you will join us in this important initiative.
May Laufman
Winder Inclusive Communities Service