Employable Me (Canadian TV series) facts for kids
Employable Me is a Canadian TV show. It is a documentary series about people looking for jobs. These job-seekers want to show that having a physical disability or a neurological condition does not stop them from being great workers.
The idea for Employable Me came from a similar show in Britain. That show was on BBC Two. The Canadian version is made by a company called Thomas Howe and Associates. It first aired on August 11, 2017, on AMI-TV. Later, it also started showing on TVOntario on November 2, 2017.
The show was very popular. It was renewed for a second season, which aired in 2018. A third season followed in 2019.
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What is Employable Me About?
This TV series focuses on different people. Each person has a unique story. They all have a disability or a neurological condition. The show follows them as they search for jobs. It highlights their skills and talents. The series helps viewers understand that everyone has something valuable to offer. It challenges ideas about who can work.
Awards and Recognition
Employable Me has won several important awards. These awards celebrate its message and quality.
Why Did the Show Win Awards?
The show won awards for how it represents people with disabilities. It shows their strengths and abilities. This helps change how people think about disability in the workplace.
Major Awards Won
On October 17, 2017, Employable Me won the Diversify TV's Excellence Award. This award was given at MIPCOM in Cannes. It recognized the show for its great representation of disability in a non-scripted series.
The show also won a Rockie Award in 2018. This award was given at the Banff World Media Festival.
Canadian Screen Award Nominations
Employable Me has been nominated for the Canadian Screen Award three times. This award is one of the highest honors for Canadian TV shows. It was nominated for "Best Factual Series" in 2018, 2019, and 2020. These nominations were at the 6th Canadian Screen Awards, 7th Canadian Screen Awards, and 8th Canadian Screen Awards.
