Diversity & Inclusion within the workplace
Working towards creating an inclusive workspace
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is currently the most reliable source of HR insight and tools for the Canadian Electricity Industry.
Recently, they hosted their annual event titled Agents of Change, with the main focus on diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
At this year's event, EHRC held a panel of presentations on topics including; mental health, skills on properly supporting those living with disabilities, gender identity & sexual orientation and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. This event gathered professionals from different facets of the industry and introduced skilled speakers to cover these relevant topics.
Electricity is an innovative sector, but innovation can only flourish in an environment that encourages diverse perspectives. That is why it is important to foster diversity and inclusion within all our organizations.
EHRC’s available resources
Apart from their annual event, EHRC has numerous resources available on their website to build towards an inclusive and healthy workplace. Filed under Workplace Solutions, their online forum has a plethora of tools for those looking, including but not limited to;
- Welcoming newcomers
- Illuminating opportunities
- Leadership Accord on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Advancing Gender Equality
- Disability Equity
- Connected Women Mentorship Program
- Aboriginal Business Assistance Program
EHRC announced this year’s recipient of the Agent of Change distinction; Carol Dayment. Based in Nova Scotia, Dayment is the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Emera. Passionate about creating inclusive work environments, she quotes “Building a culture of inclusion and diversity doesn’t happen overnight, it must be driven by leadership, but employees make it happen”.