How has Level IT Up evolved from concept to reality?

The Level IT Up social enterprise concept came out of similar ventures already hard at work in Canada and around the world.  Using and adapting business frameworks from Meticulon in Calgary, Mindshift, in Fargo, and many others, an initial business plan for Level IT Up was developed and a feasibility study completed. 

With a committed board of directors and the support of many local businesses in Winnipeg’s information and communications technology sector, the model is being tested and the future looks bright.

In time, Level IT Up will further evolve to support a wider range of individuals with neurodevelopmental difference in additional business sectors including, accounting, engineering, science and technology, etc. where their unique advantages (attention to detail, intense focus, excellent rote memory, pattern recognition, etc.) can be used to their greatest advantage.

Who can I speak to to learn more about the Level IT Up business concept?

Contact President Anne Kresta or any one of our board members to learn more about our business concept and how it might benefit you or someone you know.

How does the Accessibility for Manitobans Act and fit in with Level IT Up?

The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) is a landmark piece of legislation that became law in 2013.  It commits to removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of customer service, employment, transportation, information and communication, and the built environment.  Standards are being developed to support this legislation with increased public awareness and knowledge of how to support and encourage diversity in all aspects of community life.  Level IT Up will serve as a resource for employers to learn how to better accommodate neurodiversity and will also serve as a source of new hires as these businesses diversify their workforces. Learn more +

What is a social enterprise?

“A social enterprise is a business owned by nonprofit organizations, that is directly involved in the production and/or selling of goods and services for the blended purpose of generating income and achieving social, cultural and/or environmental aims.”

A social enterprise is a business model that allows an organization to earn revenue for its services while maintaining its non-profit status. This revenue is used to pay our consultants competitive wages, pay our job coaches and pay other staff involved in the enterprise. Some of the revenue is also used to offset the costs of assessment and training processes when screening our consultants for their suitability in working with us. Other revenue sources used to offset these initial costs include donations, grants and fundraising.

Our social purpose is the increased independence and employment of adults with ASD in Winnipeg.