Employment Opportunities for Transition-Aged Youth (TAY)

Employment Opportunities for Transition-Aged Youth (TAY)

Krystle Botermans and Dominique Lapierre

Transition Age Youth Committee, Heather Reid

Chris Beyers, International Development Studies

TP-668

2013

Online

Haliburton County

This report examines the challenges that Transition Age Youth (TAY) face when looking for employment in Haliburton County, and identifies solutions to address these challenges. Methods of analysis included a literature review, secondary research, a focus group, and interviews. Results show that, while there are many benefits to employment for those with intellectual disabilities, individuals face many challenges when searching for employment in Haliburton. Halliburton's rural, seasonal, and tourism economy and lack of transportation present major challenges for residents seeking secure employment opportunities. Recommendations to support TAY include carpooling and ride sharing, information nights at high schools, and addressing the stigma of hiring TAYs in the workplace.