Journey Forward
We are committed to equity, diversity, and belonging (EDB) by:
- Acknowledging historical and ongoing injustices to Indigenous Peoples across Canada and honouring and acting on Truth and Reconciliation.
- Providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that fosters a sense of belonging for all students and employees.
- Ensuring a respectful and safe educational system that is free of racism, discrimination, and oppression, and dedicated to achieving and upholding racial equity.
It is through our vision and commitment, we will see the educational benefits of racial equity, diversity, and belonging, which include:
- Exposure to more varied viewpoints and positions,
- Enhanced cognitive complexity,
- Increased cultural awareness, knowledge and understanding,
- Enhanced self-confidence, motivation, and educational aspirations,
- Greater degree of cross-racial interaction,
- Diminished racial stereotypes,
- Enhanced ability to adapt successfully to change, and
- Development of values and ethical standards through reflection.
(Clayton-Pedersen, Alma R., Nancy O’Neill, and Caryn McTighe Musil. Making Excellence Inclusive: A Framework for Including Diversity and Inclusion into Colleges and Universities Academic Excellence Mission. American Association of Colleges and Universities, 2013.)
