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Laura MacNaughton
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Field Producer, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
Toronto
Beats
Human Resources , Business , Company Culture , Mental Health
community news, local government
Content
By Laura MacNaughton Verified| Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Verified When Shirley Manh and Jason Blechta decided they wanted to start having kids, they didn't expect it would take so long and cost so much. "We never imagined it would cost anything to conceive a child," said Manh, 38. The Ottawa couple estimate they've spent $20,000 on fertility treatments over the past year and a half, and they plan to keep trying for as long as it takes. Luckily, Manh's fertility medication is covered under both of their workplace drug plans, but the costly procedures aren't.
Only 1 in 3 people with autism are employed. Amid a labour shortage, this is an untapped market | CBC News
By Laura MacNaughton Verified| Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Verified Organizers of a job fair for people with autism question why all employers aren’t looking at this neurodiverse talent pool to help solve the labour shortages so many companies are experiencing. The Spectrum Works Job Fair, organized by Xavier Pinto, left, and Neil Forester, right, has grown over the last 6 years from 150 attendees to nearly 2,000 job seekers with autism.
By Laura MacNaughton Verified| Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Verified When Shirley Manh and Jason Blechta decided they wanted to start having kids, they didn't expect it would take so long and cost so much. "We never imagined it would cost anything to conceive a child," said Manh, 38. The Ottawa couple estimate they've spent $20,000 on fertility treatments over the past year and a half, and they plan to keep trying for as long as it takes. Luckily, Manh's fertility medication is covered under both of their workplace drug plans, but the costly procedures aren't.
Company Info
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), also known as Radio-Canada in French, is Canada's national public broadcaster. Established in 1936, it provides a wide range of broadcasting services across radio, television, and online platforms. The CBC aims to deliver Canadian content and counter the influence of American programming. CBC operates several radio networks, including CBC Radio One and CBC Music, and launched CBC Listen in 2019 to integrate its radio, music, and podcast offerings. Its television services include a variety of programming such as news, dramas, comedies, and documentaries, with a dedicated documentary channel for feature-length films. CBC News is one of the largest news operations in Canada, providing comprehensive news coverage across multiple platforms. The CBC also maintains websites for English and French content, offering access to news and programs. Its content includes documentaries, music channels, and a diverse range of podcasts. As a public service broadcaster funded by the Canadian government, CBC's services are available to the general public across Canada.
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