Career Connections Inc. Announced as New MentorAbility Hub for Manitoba

Brandon, MB, February 26, 2026 – Career Connections Inc. (CCI) is pleased to announce our  appointment as the new MentorAbility Hub for Manitoba, contributing to the province’s  commitment to inclusive employment and meaningful workforce participation for people  experiencing disability. 

MentorAbility is a national initiative coordinated by the Canadian Association for Supported  Employment (CASE) that promotes short-term (one hour to one day), meaningful mentoring  experiences, and connects people experiencing disability with employers. The initiative is funded  in part by the Government of Canada’s Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities. 

As the MentorAbility Manitoba Hub, Career Connections Inc. will serve as the central  coordinating organization in our province, supporting employers, job seekers, community  partners, and service providers to create inclusive mentorship and employment pathways across  the province. 

In its role as a MentorAbility Hub, CCI will: 

• Coordinate MentorAbility activities throughout Manitoba. 
• Support employers in creating inclusive mentoring and work-experience opportunities. • Create partnerships and support community organizations and service providers who are  being engaged in the initiative. 
• Facilitate connections between job seekers experiencing disability and Manitoba  workplaces. 
• Promote best practices in disability inclusion and employment equity. 

“CCI is honoured to become the next MentorAbility Hub for Manitoba. This partnership reflects  our commitment to expanding inclusive employment opportunities and strengthening  connections between service providers, employers, and job seekers with diverse abilities,” said  Rushana Davy, Executive Director at CCI. “We look forward to working closely with the  Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE) through the MentorAbility initiative  to empower more Manitobans to build meaningful careers and support employers in creating  truly inclusive workplaces.” 

Career Connections Inc. brings extensive experience in workforce development, employer  engagement, and inclusive employment practices. This new role builds on the organization’s  ongoing commitment to helping individuals achieve meaningful employment while supporting  employers in building diverse and inclusive teams. 

“CASE is thrilled to welcome Career Connections as the new MentorAbility Hub organization