Two studies were conducted to examine the work experience of people with disabilities. The purpose of the first study was to understand the perceptions that people with disabilities have of the labour market. The people with disabilities (N = 28), who participated in semi-directed interviews were all seeking employment. The analysis revealed how people with disabilities conceive of access to employment. At a second stage, interviews were conducted among participants with a visual impairment who were employed (N = 6). These employees discussed the meaning attributed to their experience in the labour market. Results will be addressed in light of various social movements that have contributed to the evolution of the right to work that is held by people with disabilities in Canada.