Meet Our Team

Our talented staff is made up of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are passionate about making your day a little brighter.

At Lil E, every cup of coffee is brewed with love and served with a smile.

Ella

Ella was two years old when her dad was inspired to open Lil E. Now, she is a thriving and happy 7-year-old! Ella loves laughing and joking around with her two older brothers, dancing, playing hockey, doing gymnastics and going to school.

Calgary

140 – 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB

Baz

Crew Member

Bibiana

Crew Member

Brett

Crew Member

Darby

Crew Member

Eric

Crew Member

Jake

Crew Member

Kristen

Crew Member

Michaela

Crew Member

Nick

Crew Member

Samantha

Crew Member

Shelby

Crew Member

Tiana

Crew Member

Hannah Copithorne

Graduated July 2023, Calgary

Being at Lil E over the years exposed me to being treated equally and I feel I learned a lot from that and it helped me prepare me for where I am working now.

I really loved working at Lil E Café because I could show people that I am an advocate for people with disabilities, and to be able to work on my skills and myself too. It meant the most to me to work in an inclusive workplace and meet new friends. Graduating from Lil E was my time to shine, it was time to move on to my future. Lil E wasn’t just my workplace, it is a family.

Rhiannon Taylor

Graduated September 2024, Calgary

Darby

Calgary

Finally finding a job after trying for over 7 years meant the world to me! Lil E has given me peace, happiness, a sense of pride and belonging- and I’ve gained important work skills while having so much fun!

Toronto

2 St Clair Ave West, Toronto, ON

Alanna

Crew Member

Dylan

Crew Member

Fizan

Crew Member

Jack

Crew Member

Jamal

Crew Member

Lindsey

Crew Member

Logan

Crew Member

Maya

Crew Member

Nicole

Crew Member

Rory

Crew Member

Sarah

Crew Member

Taejon

Crew Member

Tamarah

Crew Member

The thought of having managers was scary in the beginning. I didn’t know what I was in for. Now, I seem to be more relaxed. Being at Lil E has made me feel more comfortable over time.

Jack

Toronto

Nicole

Toronto

When I was graduating high school, I wasn’t sure if I was going to get a job. I was scared. But after finding a job with wonderful people at Lil E, it made me more comfortable.

Building Careers

Hannah Copithorne

Graduated July 2023, Calgary

As a graduation program, Lil E is a steppingstone to even greater opportunities for our staff. When they’re ready, we connect them with our corporate partners, where they can continue their journey and work towards their long-term career goals.

Inspiring graduates like Rhiannon and Hannah are proof of what’s possible. Our goal is to help jumpstart the careers of 10,000 Lil E graduates and build a more equitable future for everyone.

Rhiannon Taylor

Graduated September 2024, Calgary

Hear from Our Team

We believe in creating a space where everyone feels valued and included. Here’s what some of our amazing team members have to say about their experiences working at Lil E Café!

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