Neil Squire Society
Loni Kelly is an experienced professional with a diverse background in operations management, customer care, and social services. Currently serving as a Job Developer at Neil Squire Society since June 2023, Loni previously held positions including Customer Care Manager at MaxSold, where enhancements to customer care were implemented and a new department vision was designed. Loni's experience includes management at Martin's Bus Service LTD and a long tenure at the Department of National Defence, providing coordination for service members transitioning to civilian employment. Additional roles include Income Support Specialist and Client Service Representative with the Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services, where Loni specialized in social assistance for individuals with disabilities and oversaw caseloads in Ontario Works. Loni holds a degree in Child and Youth Work from St. Lawrence College and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Queen's University.
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Neil Squire Society
The Neil Squire Society has been revolutionizing the lives of Canadians with disabilities since 1984 through accessible assistive technology. Our organization was established when 21-year-old Neil Squire was left a brain-stem tetraplegic after a car crash. Seeing he was unable to speak or move his arms and legs, Neil’s family and a group of professionals in Vancouver created a ground-breaking device allowing him to communicate by using his breath to type Morse code. The technology was rudimentary at the time but it reconnected Neil to the world, allowing him to speak with family and friends once again. After Neil passed, the small but mighty group formed the Society in his name to keep improving the lives of people with disabilities. Speaking to a loved one. Checking email. Maintaining or finding a new job. Since Day One, our mandate hasn’t changed—we believe people of all abilities should have the opportunity to live, work and play without barriers. We are the Canadian leader in Assistive Technology, from innovation right through to trialing and implementation. We create affordable assistive technology devices that give people with disabilities greater control over their lives. We also offer immersive programs that teach people with disabilities how to use technology and succeed both at home and in the workplace. We are a partner of choice for government and industry decision-makers who share our passion for making Canada more accessible for all. Together, our work enables people with disabilities to achieve their goals, reach their full potential and continue living life to the fullest. #DigitalLiteracy #Employment #AssistiveTechnology #Innovation