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CANADA’S BEST DIVERSITY EMPLOYERS (2025)
“
BCIB has been amazing in terms
of accommodations. They’ve
worked with me to make sure
my communication needs are
met, from having visual signals
for communication on the site to
making sure I have interpreters
when necessary. It’s a huge relief
to work with a company that’s
proactive in ensuring everyone can
do their job without barriers.”
– Brendan
Ironworker on the Broadway
Subway Project at BCIB
“
As Organizing Committee CoLead for the Women’s Action
Alliance (WAA) at LCBO, I’ve
learned the power of collective
action and the importance of
amplifying women’s voices.
This experience has profoundly
impacted me by enhancing my
leadership skills and deepening my
commitment to inclusion.”
– Jennifer T.
Store Manager & WAA Organizing
Committee Co-Lead at LCBO
[The Osler Asia-Paci昀椀c A昀케nity
Network] likely means di昀昀erent
things to di昀昀erent people, but
for me, it’s a supportive community,
one where meaningful connections
are made, friendships are forged
and rich resources are generously
provided. It really is my home away
from home.”
“
– Sophie F.
Associate, Technology at
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
“
I am really proud to be a part of such a
welcoming community that not only cares
and accepts each other but also teaches others
how to care and support us. Celebrating diversity
— celebrating the ways in which everyone
is valuable in their di昀昀erences — is such an
important aspect of psychological safety in the
workplace, but also in creating a society where all
of us can feel safe to be who we are.”
– Alyssa C.
Administrative Representative at
Manitoba Hydro
As the 昀椀rst DEI Specialist and now Health
Equity Manager at Niagara Health, I’ve
witnessed our organization’s genuine
evolution in advancing diversity, equity and
inclusion. My position initially felt pioneering,
which brought both excitement and uncertainty.
However, the unwavering support from colleagues
and leadership transformed these challenges
into opportunities. Their commitment wasn’t just
verbal — it was demonstrated through resource
allocation, policy changes and integration of
equity principles into organizational strategy.”
“
– Robert C.
Director, Patient Experience at Niagara Health
“
Two realizations surfaced as I participated in
the Developing Emerging Leaders program:
1. That my culture, though rich with its support
and community, was still emerging in Canada,
still displaced, still proving itself. But as it was my
parents’ hope for us to prosper here, it’s my turn
to create a wider, shinier path for my two young
children.
2. My potential to impact the above is in昀椀nite. My
accomplishments at work, my interactions on our
streets and the initiatives I give myself to — all
leave a trail of positivity.”
– Edgar P.
Creative Manager, CBC Marketing &
Communications at CBC / Radio-Canada
The University of Victoria
established the role of vicepresident Indigenous,
responsible for integrating
Indigenous cultures, histories,
beliefs and ways of being and
knowing into all aspects of the
university’s mission.
