Options Employment Outreach Inc.

Options Employment Outreach Inc. We are a not-for-profit agency that provides employment counseling for people with disabilities and also helping with Post-Secondary education

Options Employment Outreach Inc is a not-for-profit organization that provides employment counselling services to persons with disabilities in the greater Saint John area. We work one on one with individuals who have physical disabilities, mental health disabilities, learning disabilities with multiple barriers, low vision, Autism level I, and the Deaf and hard of hearing. Options is funded by the Province of New Brunswick's Department of Post-secondary Education, Training and Labour.

Thank you to Daniel Rito and the EnvisionSJ Selection Committee for selecting Mary Stack as the recipient of the Cannexu...
11/24/2025

Thank you to Daniel Rito and the EnvisionSJ Selection Committee for selecting Mary Stack as the recipient of the Cannexus 2026 Sponsorship. The Cannexus Conference, which will be held in Ottawa in 2026, is a unique opportunity to learn from national leaders about career development and represent the Saint John region on a national stage.

The Options team recently stopped by the UNBSJ campus to stay up to date on programs, services, and supports available t...
11/22/2025

The Options team recently stopped by the UNBSJ campus to stay up to date on programs, services, and supports available to future students. We had a great conversation with Ken and Marc from the Accessibility team, who walked us through the resources and accommodations students can access.

Visits like these help us better support our clients as they explore their next steps in education. We’re grateful for the warm welcome and the chance to learn more!

Options met with Amy, Brittany, and Lori from Vision Loss Rehabilitation for an info session and partner check-in. We le...
11/21/2025

Options met with Amy, Brittany, and Lori from Vision Loss Rehabilitation for an info session and partner check-in. We learned more about the supports available to help individuals with vision changes stay independent and confident.

Want to learn more? Check out the link below!

http://visionlossrehab.ca/en

This week, our team met with CCRW for an update on their services and upcoming supports. We value these partnerships and...
11/20/2025

This week, our team met with CCRW for an update on their services and upcoming supports. We value these partnerships and the shared commitment to helping individuals access the resources they need to succeed.

Thank you, CCRW, for keeping us connected and informed!

11/18/2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in Steps 4 Learning! Together, we covered 491.65 km and raised over $1,200 to support individuals with learning disabilities.

Your support goes far beyond the event. Let’s continue to raise awareness and understanding of learning disabilities and the challenges they present for both students and adults. You can help by engaging with our content, speaking with your children’s teachers and principals, and advocating for change at the district and department levels.

If you’d like to keep the momentum going, you can donate here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/learning-disabilities-association-of-new-brunswick-inc-trou/

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Merci à toutes les personnes qui ont participé à Steps 4 Learning ! Ensemble, nous avons parcouru 491,65 km et recueilli plus de 1 200 $ pour soutenir les personnes ayant un trouble d’apprentissage.

Votre soutien dépasse largement le cadre de l’événement. Continuons à sensibiliser et à mieux faire comprendre les troubles d’apprentissage ainsi que les défis qu’ils posent aux élèves comme aux adultes. Vous pouvez contribuer en interagissant avec notre contenu, en discutant avec les enseignants et les directions d’école de vos enfants, et en demandant des changements au niveau des districts et du ministère.

Pour poursuivre sur cette lancée, vous pouvez faire un don ici : https://www.canadahelps.org/fr/organismesdebienfaisance/learning-disabilities-association-of-new-brunswick-inc-trou/

11/18/2025

Have you ever heard a story that changed how you see the world?

Join us on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, this December 3rd, at the Saint John Free Public Library in Market Square for:

The Human Library - where people are the books, and conversations open minds.

Real people share real experiences of disability, accessibility, and resilience.

Come listen, learn, and challenge what you thought you knew.

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Image Description:

Promotional poster for a “Human Library” event in Saint John.

The top features the phrases “Don’t judge a book by its cover” on the left and “Read a person, not a page” on the right in purple text.

The center graphic shows the word HUMAN spelled across five vertical book spines, each with a white human figure on a black background — representing diverse abilities, including a wheelchair user, a person with a guide dog, a person with a cane, and a person with a hearing aid.
Below, bold black text reads LIBRARY.

A purple banner underneath says: “Stories of Disability, Accessibility, and Lived Experience.”

Event details are listed below:
📍 Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square, Saint John
📅 December 3rd, 2025
🕐 12:30pm – 3:00pm

Highlighted text announces:

Flag Raising and Proclamation at City Hall 12PM.

The event is free, in-person, and will include ASL interpreters.

It notes free accessible transit available with contact info to book

(506) 648-0609 or sjaac.accesssj@gmail.com

At the bottom, logos appear for Key Industries, Access SJ, Saint John Free Public Library, City of Saint John, and Saint John Ability Advisory Committee.

A purple footer bar reads:
Contact on Facebook for questions.

The overall color scheme is white, black, and purple, with accessible and inclusive design elements.

Last week we attended the KVHS Transition Expo and had a great time connecting with students, families, and educators. W...
11/18/2025

Last week we attended the KVHS Transition Expo and had a great time connecting with students, families, and educators. We’re always grateful for the chance to share what we do and support youth as they plan their next steps.

Thank you to KVHS for hosting such a meaningful event! 💙

A big thank you to Key Industries Inc. for welcoming the Options team for a tour of your incredible facility!We truly a...
11/03/2025

A big thank you to Key Industries Inc. for welcoming the Options team for a tour of your incredible facility!

We truly appreciated the opportunity to explore your employment program classrooms and learn more about the impactful Bridge Program. It was inspiring to see the dedication and innovation behind the work you do to support individuals on their employment journey.

We want to extend a big thank you to the Squire, a national organization empowering Canadians with disabilities through...
10/31/2025

We want to extend a big thank you to the Squire, a national organization empowering Canadians with disabilities through technology, employment, and innovation, for joining us last week for a refresher session with Nadine. 💙

It was a great opportunity to learn, share ideas, and strengthen how we support individuals in our community.

Our team recently met with Inclusion NB to collaborate on ways to support individuals with disabilities in finding meani...
10/26/2025

Our team recently met with Inclusion NB to collaborate on ways to support individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and opportunities within our community.

We’re grateful for the chance to connect, share ideas, and strengthen our shared commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment right here at home.

Together, we’re creating pathways for everyone to thrive.

Last week, our team had the pleasure of meeting with Shannon Merrifield, CEO of The Saint John Region Chamber , to share...
10/24/2025

Last week, our team had the pleasure of meeting with Shannon Merrifield, CEO of The Saint John Region Chamber , to share more about how we support people with disabilities in our community.

We’re so grateful for the opportunity to connect and talk about the importance of inclusion and accessibility in our local workforce. Together, we can continue building a community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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28 Richmond Street, Suite 304
Saint John, NB
E2L3B2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm

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Options Employment Outreach Inc is a leader in employment counselling for those with disabilities in Greater Saint John. Specializing in services for:

Mobility Mental Health Deaf & Hard of Hearing Blind & Low Vision Learning Disabilities Autism

Options offers a full range of employment counselling services including assistance with resume, cover letters, and mock interviews. Options also has a range of unique services including:

Access to funding for accommodations, assistive technology, and wage subsidies. Individualized planning for each client that could include work with community partners to ensure full support. Information and registration for FREE training opportunities offered in the community. Access to labour market research, employment trends, and employer information. Assistance in every step of the way for those moving into post-secondary, including help completing student loans (and Canada Study Grants), meetings with learning strategists, and job search for both summer jobs and jobs after graduation. Free access to the Client Corner, a fully accessible office for clients to use as a place for a job search and research specific to employment or post-secondary education.