I just returned from a trip to New Zealand to attend the launch of the Global Inclusion & Diversity Alliance (GIDA), of which CCDI is a founding member. I experienced the lovely Māori culture and, given that the official languages of New Zealand are Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, I was challenged to listen to and say a few words in Māori throughout the conference. It was a marvellous experience! I am excited about what the future holds with the GIDA partnership.
For this month’s Leader Talks podcast episode, I am joined by Kadie Ward, Commissioner and Chief Administrative Officer of the Ontario Pay Equity Commission. She shares insights on how women have been undervalued in work over the years, why legislation is essential in closing the gender wage gap, and how gender diversity, equity, and inclusion create economic prosperity. The episode will be available March 8.
I couldn’t be more thrilled for this year’s CCDI UnConference! I look forward to our two-day event, where we will explore the journey we have taken over the last decade of DEI work within our communities (day 1), and then look forward to see what we can do to build a Canada that is inclusive of everyone (day 2). With speakers such as the Governor General of Canada and the Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, it promises to be a fantastic event.
I hope you all have a wonderful March, and I’ll see you next month!
Thanks,
Anne-Marie Pham
CEO
March 8 is International Women's Day (IWD), a time to celebrate the achievements of women and to raise awareness of the ongoing struggle for gender equality. This year's theme, #EmbraceEquity, highlights the importance of equity in achieving gender parity. Equity means recognizing that women have different needs and experiences and ensuring that resources and opportunities are distributed fairly to address these differences.
The #EmbraceEquity theme is a call to action for individuals and organizations to commit to promoting equity for all women, regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or ability. By embracing equity, we can create a more just and inclusive society where women can thrive and reach their full potential.
Explore the resources that CCDI has created to help you with your IWD commemoration plans and #EmbraceEquity:
CCDI Podcast with Commissioner and Chief Administrative Officer of the Ontario Pay Equity Commission, Kadie Ward – released March 8, 2023
CCDI UnConference 2023 will bring together thought leaders, DEI professionals and industry experts from all over Canada to explore the DEI journey we have taken so far and what we can do to make our country more equitable and sustainable in the future.
Their commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace is truly inspiring and we are grateful for their partnership. We look forward to continuing this important work together in the future.
Registration closes March 7!
Are you looking to demonstrate that you have what it takes to advance diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and to promote change? There’s still time to register to become a Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional™ (CCIP), the first professional certification for DEI practitioners in Canada designed to formalize the breadth and depth of your professional experience to employers.
The goal of the CCIP™ certification is to set formal national standards, which currently do not exist, for the DEI profession in Canada, thereby raising the standards and national profile of the profession in our country.
Registration for our spring batch closes March 7; exams will take place April 18.
We work closely with employers because we know that when the workplace is inclusive, positive effects are felt by the broader community. Join us in welcoming the latest addition to our unparalleled Employer Partner roster.
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