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Attracting and Recruiting Newcomers
Finding committed, motivated and qualified individuals, and capitalizing on the economic benefits that diverse populations have to offer. Changing demographics are having an impact on business in Canada as unprecedented numbers of workers retire and fewer enter the labour market. The changes in our demographics mean that immigration is playing an increasingly critical role in alleviating our current and anticipated talent and skills shortage. Manitoba and other provinces compete for skilled international talent and our competitiveness in the world depends, in a large part, on our ability to attract, integrate, and retain international talent.
Published Date: 14 June 2023AttractionHow to find talentHow to hire talentHow to retain talentInclusionInclusivity StrategyRecruitmentENAccess the ToolThe Benefits of International Talent
Talent is a life blood of successful economies, but like other valuable commodities it is a scarce resource. It is not always a simple matter to recruit and retain skilled immigrants as part of our workforce. While there are some challenges for employers, there are many benefits.
Published Date: 14 June 2023AttractionDEI StrategyHow to hire talentHow to retain talentInclusionRecruitmentENAccess the ToolEmployer 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: 09 December 2022Business Case for InclusionStrategyAccess the ResourceTypical Tasks in Preparation for the Performance Appraisal Meeting
Published Date: 07 June 2021LeadershipAccess the ResourceInclusive Workplace Competencies
Organizations around the world are using the Inclusive Workplace Competencies to: Define inclusive behaviors for leaders and teams; Develop diversity and inclusion training; Set performance goals; Inform policies and practice; Expand their existing competencies framework
Published Date: 04 January 2018DEI StrategyENAccess the ResourceInclusive Practices Index
The practices and actions that an organization takes to be more inclusive help create a diverse workplace where people feel valued and behave in an inclusive way.
Published Date: 04 January 2018DEI StrategyENAccess the ResourceStrategic Goals and Key Deliverables
Connecting diversity and inclusion to the goals of your entire organization as well as specific deliverables of the unit, department or team.
Published Date: 04 January 2018DEI StrategyENAccess the ResourceDeveloping Cross-Cultural Behaviour Based Interview Questions
Use this 10-question worksheet to assess and adapt your interview questions.
Published Date: 04 January 2017RecruitmentENAccess the ResourceBusiness Meetings in the Canadian Workplace
Become more familiar with Canadian workplace culture by exploring the language strategies typically used in business meetings.
Published Date: 04 January 2017OnboardingENAccess the ResourceOrientation Buddy Information Sheet and Checklist
One of the most effective ways of supporting a new hire who is a skilled immigrant is to provide them with an orientation buddy. This document provides orientation buddy volunteers with an overview of the expectations for their role, tips and resources for supporting the people they will be helping, and the benefits of volunteering.
Published Date: 04 January 2017OnboardingENAccess the ResourceDiversity and Inclusion Framework and Implementation Plan: City of Edmonton
If you are curious about what a diversity and inclusion framework and implementation plan could include, here is an example worth taking a look at. Developed by the City of Edmonton, this straightforward document includes key ideas and actionable items for bringing about organizational change.
Published Date: 04 January 2017Inclusivity StrategyENAccess the ResourceComparison of Cultural Differences at Work
The ways in which people approach these tasks at work is influenced by cultural norms. This document provides a comparison of these differences through the lenses of both egalitarian and hierarchical cultures.
Published Date: 04 January 2017CommunicationENAccess the Resource