The Effects of Disability on BC's Economy focuses on British Columbia's economy and citizens and reveals facts that provide unexpected insights into the nature and consequences of disability.
Employers shoulder the greatest portion of the costs of disability.
Job-related accommodations are not readily available to persons with disabilities in BC workplaces. The Effects of Disability on BC's Economy considers the costs of disability to BC taxpayers and employers and looks at the characteristics of workplace injuries that result in long-term disabilities. Barriers to labour market reintegration of persons with disabilities are identified and potential factors that allow some workers to make a successful transition from income support to employment are discussed. Thus the report provides evidence of the current situation facing workers with disabilities and offers potential avenues to address reintegration efforts.