DEI Strategy
Employment Equity Toolkit
Sometimes to have fair and inclusive workplaces, employers need to look at treating their workers differently rather than the same. Employment equity addresses inequities in the workplace so we can build a more inclusive society respectful of human rights.
Published Date: 24 October 2023DiversityEquityInclusionInclusivity StrategyENAccess the ToolkitEmployer Toolkit for Hiring Students from International Pathways
Students from International Pathways bring diverse and global perspectives to the workplace that can lead to an increase in revenue, innovation, and productivity. This project includes a curated package of resources to help you discover how to access this untapped talent pool to fill work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities in your organization.
Published Date: 17 October 2023DiversityInclusivity StrategyENAccess the ToolkitCertificate in Inclusive Leadership 2020
The Certificate in Inclusive Leadership will help you to gain a strategic approach, practical tools, and the opportunity to build your skills to advance not only diversity but true inclusion. This program will enable you to grow your inclusive leadership capabilities and lead change within your team, department, or organization. Teacher: Rachel Crowe
Published Date: 30 August 2023Business Case for InclusionInclusionInclusivity StrategyLeadershipENAccess the ResourceWebinar: Immigrant Employment Programs and Services Overview
Key take-aways: 1. To understand the steps to employment for immigrants to Canada 2. To learn about the types of programs, services and resources that help immigrants achieve their employment goals 3. To hear about the immigrant experience in navigating and accessing employment programs and services Presenter: Irene Vaksman, Program Manager, JVS Toronto Success Story Panelists: - Miguel Abascal, PINs Leader, UnstoppableMe - Akhil Shah, The Mentoring Partnership Mentor and former Mentee Facilitator: Shivani Parshad, Learning Consultant, TRIEC Originally aired: March 30, 2016 Sign-in required
Published Date: 30 August 2023Business Case for InclusionFinding SPOsInclusionStrategyENAccess the WebinarInclusive Onboarding for Newcomer Employees: A Resource for Employers
This onboarding resource is meant to assist employers and managers in effectively integrating newcomer employees into their teams. From establishing clear expectations and providing necessary support to fostering a positive work environment that creates a welcoming experience. Empower your newcomer employees to thrive and succeed! Download the guide.
Published Date: 17 August 2023InclusionOnboardingENAccess the ResourceValued Workers, Valuable Work: The Current and Future Role of Immigrant Talent
Essential work is critical to Canada’s economy and the provision of basic goods and services. Canada relies on immigrants and temporary residents in many essential sectors and occupations. And the pandemic has put the spotlight once again on their contributions in sectors like healthcare and agriculture.
Published Date: 31 July 2023Business Case for InclusionInclusivity StrategyENAccess the Resource3 Ways to Promote Organization-wide Ownership of Diversity and Inclusion
Get tips! Many organizations and businesses in Canada have begun to understand the value of a diverse workforce, and are adopting diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives. But implementing new programs and practices can be difficult, particularly as it often involves changing attitudes, behaviour and culture throughout all levels of the organization.
Published Date: 27 July 2023DEI StrategyDiversityENAccess the Tip SheetEmployer Playbook: Strategies for Immigrant Inclusion in Canadian Workplaces
This Playbook provides easy-to-implement practical strategies and tips to bolster immigrant inclusion at each stage of the employment cycle: recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and integrating immigrants into the workplace. Download the Playbook.
Published Date: 27 July 2023InclusionENView the PlaybookFive Success Factors are common among DEI Initiatives that had Significant Impact
While the state of DEI efforts varies by company, industry, and geography, a growing number of management teams have recognized the importance of, and urgency behind, joining the conversation and taking action to make progress on DEI.
Published Date: 25 July 2023DEI StrategyInclusivity StrategyENView the InfographicGlobal Parity Alliance: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lighthouses 2023 (Insight Report)
This report builds on the work of the Global Parity Alliance – a cross-industry group committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) around the world – and the associated DEI Lighthouse Programme launched to identify proven, effective DEI initiatives from companies across industries and geographies, organized by the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the New Economy and Society in collaboration with McKinsey and Company. This report lays out the key success factors that emerged, shows what effective DEI impact can look like through case studies and offers a starting point for applying the success factors to each company’s unique context.
Published Date: 25 July 2023DEI StrategyDiversityInclusionInclusivity StrategyENAccess the ResourceBook: Immigrant perceptions of integration in the Canadian workplace
(2020) This paper explores integration experiences of immigrants in the Canadian workplace from the perspective of immigrants themselves, focusing on cultural capital and cultural judgments as factors influencing workplace entry, advancement and social integration in an increasingly diverse work environment. Note: You have to register to access the material.
Published Date: 05 July 2023DEI StrategyDiversityInclusivity StrategyENAccess the ResourceBuilding a Mosaic: The Evolution of Canada’s Approach to Immigrant Integration
Long one of the world’s most welcoming immigrant destinations, Canada is often held up as a model for how to craft sound immigration policy in a multicultural democracy, with more than one of every five Canadian residents foreign born. It is was home to millions of immigrants, among the largest foreign-born populations in the world. Though economic considerations have largely driven Canada’s policy preference for highly skilled immigrant workers, the country has also recently become a leader in refugee resettlement.
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