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Denray Tire employee Adam Michniewicz rolls tires into place recently.(File)

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BY TYLER CLARKE Michniewicz was a perfect fit for his po-
sition at Denray Tire, Career Connections
counsellor Grant Irvine said, adding that al-
If Adam Michniewicz had walked into
Denray Tire seeking a job without the help though Michniewicz’s autism might serve
of Career Connections, manager Doug Ver- as a barrier between him and some employ-
haeghe said that they might not have hired ers, he just needed to get his foot in the
him. door to prove himself.
Apologetic in making this admission, Employers are often reluctant to take on
Verhaeghe clarified that not hiring Mich- employees with a disability out of fear that
niewicz would have been a mistake. they won’t be productive, or would serve
He’s never late, only calls in sick when merely to fill a charity position, Career
he’s genuinely unable to work and gives it Connections executive director Tracy
his all throughout every shift with a smile Williams said.
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“Everybody likes him,” Verhaeghe said, their skill set and which they do well, Fax: 204-727-2619 • Toll-Free: 1-800-224-7506 • www.windsorplywood.com
crediting Career Connections with both they’re most certainly not “charity” posi- sales@windsorplywood.net
linking an excellent employee with the local tions, Williams said, adding that she and
tire shop as well as educating everyone in- other staff members at Career Connections Store Hours: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 am – 6:00 pm; Sat. 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
volved as to the ins and outs of Mich- work with employees to get them job ready Some items may be cash & carry and we reserve the right to limit quantities. All items may not
be exactly as illustrated. At Windsor, we strive for accuracy, however if a print error occurs, it
niewicz’s autism. as well as employers to ensure they’re ready will be corrected through notification to our stores. Rainchecks may be issued depending on
to take them on. stock availability.