Introducing W.I.S.E.: A Tool for Age-Inclusive Workplaces

Leaves symbolize W.I.S.E.'s support for growth of age-inclusive workplaces.

We’re excited to announce that On Your Own Time has launched W.I.S.E.—a free, fast, and private self-assessment tool for employers. W.I.S.E. stands for Wisdom, Inclusivity, Synergy, and Equity, and it’s designed to help organizations assess and improve their readiness to support a multigenerational workforce.

In just a few minutes, employers receive instant, personalized feedback, plus actionable recommendations to enhance their age-inclusive workplace practices.

Take a look at it: onyourowntime.ca/w-i-s-e

Why Age Inclusion is a Smart Business Move

Creating an age-friendly workplace isn’t just a “nice to have.” In today’s competitive labour market, it’s a necessity. Research consistently shows that age-diverse teams are more stable, more resilient, and more productive.

Whether they're just beginning their journey or already taking steps to hire and retain older talent, W.I.S.E. meets employers where they are—and helps them go further.

In the next On Your Own Time blog, we’ll introduce the first W.I.S.E. Test employer—an organization beginning its journey to become more age-friendly—and share how we’ll be working with them over the coming weeks to improve their support for older workers.

We Want to Hear From You

Are you a retiree or experienced worker who has or is planning to return to work? We want to hear from you:

• What would make an employer stand out to you?

• What makes a workplace feel age-inclusive?

• What do you think about W.I.S.E?

  
  

Your stories will help shape better workplaces.

An age diverse team, bringing together a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives.