Meet Marley Gayler from Kitchener-Waterloo! Marley competes in powerlifting, basketball, athletics, and cross-country skiing with Special Olympics and has represented Canada on the world stage. She won 3 golds and a silver at the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin and is preparing to compete at the World Winter Games in Turin!
When she’s not competing, Marley has been working at Tim Hortons for 9 years, where her powerlifting strength comes in handy unloading trucks! Her role includes making coffees, baking, and working alongside her team. Marley’s favourite part of her job? Interacting with customers and co-workers, especially preparing mobile orders for regulars.
Marley believes Disability Employment Awareness Month is important because it shows that people with disabilities are ready and able to work—they just need the opportunity to prove themselves. Let’s continue to break down barriers and create more opportunities for everyone!
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October is Disability Employment Awareness Month – an annual reminder of the pressing need for equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. It is a time to recognize and celebrate the unique talents and contributions that individuals with diverse abilities bring to the workforce. By fostering a culture of inclusivity and promoting workplace diversity, Disability Employment Awareness Month encourages not only economic empowerment but also societal transformation, where individuals of all backgrounds are treated with respect, dignity and given the chance to contribute their skills and talents. It serves as a catalyst for change, driving home the message that inclusivity in the workplace is not only a matter of equality but a cornerstone of progress and collective success.