Services
NDMS is committed to inclusion, independence and opportunity.
We provide advocacy, employment support, training, and accessibility services to help individuals, families, and organizations. Our goal is to remove barriers and create more inclusive communities. Whether you’re looking for guidance, resources, or direct support, we’re here to help.
Explore our services below to learn more about how we can support you.
Advocacy
NDMS provides advocacy to ensure individuals with disabilities have equitable access to services, opportunities, and rights.
Our advocacy efforts focus on addressing systemic barriers, influencing policy, and supporting individuals in navigating disability-related challenges.
Our advocacy efforts include:
Individual Advocacy
Assisting individuals in accessing services and accommodations, such as securing disability benefits, ensuring accessibility in housing, or navigating the healthcare system.
Self-Advocacy
Self-advocacy refers to an individual’s ability to effectively communicate their needs and rights. Self-advocacy encourages individuals to help themselves to get what they need.
Policy Advocacy
Engaging with policymakers to influence disability-inclusive policies, such as accessibility standards in public spaces and workplaces.
Group Advocacy
Working alongside disability groups to raise awareness and push for systemic change, such as advocating for accessible transportation or improved education supports for students with disabilities.
Need advocacy support? Contact us today to learn how we can help.
Service Navigation
NDMS assists individuals with accessing essential disability-related services and programs. We help navigate applications, connect with supports, and ensure that people receive the assistance they need to improve their quality of life, including:
- Support with applications for the Disability Tax Credit and the Child First Initiative.
- Guidance on available disability-related benefits and programs.
Employment Supports
We offer tailored employment services to support job seekers with disabilities in achieving meaningful employment. Our programs provide skills development, workplace accessibility solutions, and employer engagement to create inclusive work environments.
Our services include:
- Pre-employment programs: Job readiness training, resume building, and interview preparation.
- Employer engagement events: Workshops and forums to promote inclusive hiring practices.
- Accessible hiring document development: Creating job descriptions and interview materials that accommodate diverse needs.
- Mentorship programs: Connecting individuals with disabilities to professionals for career guidance.
Accessible Community Activities
We develop initiatives that strengthen community support networks and provide essential services. These activities are designed to foster inclusion, promote well-being, and address the specific needs of Elders and other vulnerable groups.
NDMS facilitates inclusive programs that promote social connection, cultural engagement, and physical activity. Our activities ensure that individuals with disabilities can participate fully in community and recreational opportunities.
For instance, we often offer:
- Sewing groups: A creative space for individuals to learn and practice sewing.
- On-the-land groups: Activities that connect participants with traditional Inuit practices and nature.
- Accessible sports: Opportunities to participate in soccer, swimming, and other adapted recreational activities.
Courses
We offer a variety of programs designed to help you develop valuable skills for employment and personal growth.
Explore courses on topics like pre-employment training, interview preparation, office skills, bookkeeping, and more. Below, you’ll find a few featured courses. Select View All Courses below to explore the full list and find what’s right for you.
Contact us to learn more or register.
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Courses Overview
We offer a variety of programs designed to help you develop valuable skills for employment and personal growth. Our courses are tailored to meet diverse needs. Our online courses are: Contact us to learn more about any of these courses. Available Courses
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Course: Pre-Employment Program
In the Pre-employment Program, you’ll find out how you’re unique, what you want to do, how to market yourself, and how to succeed at work. You can join this program in person or online. Both courses cover four modules. Contact us to learn more about this course. In person Online Module 1: Prepare for Your…
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Course: Interview Preparation
In Interview Preparation, you’ll explore what a job interview is. You’ll find out how to showcase what you have to offer in an interview. You’ll learn how to succeed in your interview. You can join the Interview Preparation course online: This course consists of six topic sections. Contact us to register for this course. Topic…
Research
NDMS leads groundbreaking research projects to better understand and address accessibility and disability-related challenges in Nunavut. We conduct community-driven research to understand and address the unique experiences of Nunavummiut with disabilities.
Our studies aim to improve accessibility, caregiving practices, gender-based violence prevention, and youth empowerment by integrating Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and lived experiences.
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ASC Report – In Full
Advancing Accessibility Standards through Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit This research project, led by Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society (NDMS), aims to advance and inform the development of accessibility standards from an Inuit perspective, explicitly tailored to Nunavut. To learn more, download our Advancing Accessibility Standards through Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (AASTIQ) research paper in your preferred language. Download Resource
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Infographic: ASC Summary
About This Study Over 3 years, we visited all 25 communities and spoke to 543 Nunavummiut about Accessibility. Conversations took place in groups (sharing circles), and one-on-one interviews. We spoke to Nunavummiut aged 18–88, of all genders. 88% of our participants were Inuk (Inuit). Quote From a Community Member “Too few community members with disabilities…
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The Meaning of Care and Care Work in Nunavut
Between 2021 and 2024, NDMS visited all 25 fly-in communities in Nunavut to hear directly from caregivers and care recipients about their experiences. Read The Meaning of Care and Care Work in Nunavut to explore key themes and community-driven solutions that emerged from this landmark initiative.