Increased Accessibility as an Economic Driver

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Date: 
4 June, 2013
Start Time: 
8:00AM

Dr. Kevin Stolarick, the Research Director at the Martin Prosperity Institute in the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, will be presenting on economic opportunities resulting from access and inclusion of persons with disabilities. Focussing on the need for adaptive and inclusive policy, this event will highlight how building a more inclusive and accessible society can harness the power of all Manitobans with disabilities.

 

This event will be held at 1000 Waverly Street on June 4, starting with registration at 8:00am, and running until 10:00am. Registration is $20.00 & includes a light breakfast. Registration deadline in May 30th.

Did you know Manitobans with disabilities represent:

  • Approximately $1 billion in consumer spending
  • 15% of Manitoba's consumer influencing up to 25% of purchases
  • An under-tapped labour market anxious to work
  • A critical success factor for Manitob's economic development

Government of Manitoba
Event Contact: 

Lisa, 204-975-6466

Carmen, 204-975-6467

Region: 
Host: 
Winnipeg  Manitoba
Canada