In your last article you listed several areas of HR where managers should receive training. Included in the list was diversity. Why is it important that managers receive diversity training? As organizations are serving more diverse populations and are hiring...
It should come as no surprise that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is often classified as one of the most ethnically diverse urban centres in the world. Consisting of the central city of Toronto, along with four surrounding regional municipalities...
We all know that Canada's population is becoming more diverse — and a large number of institutions and firms are leading the way in promoting cultural awareness and accommodation. Beyond the legal requirements under the Ontario Human Rights Code, it's...
When Erick came to Canada, he had a master's degree in psychology from an American university and over 10 years of experience in community work. He says now that he also had a "false sense of confidence" in his expectation...
With our current labour market, which includes four generations in the workplace and an increased reliance on migrant workers, diversity in the workplace is greater than ever. Not only are the work teams more diverse, but with a global market,...
The ability of an organization to hire the "right" person for a job opening is a critical asset. And there are an infinite number of variables involved in assessing potential candidates. Do they have the necessary qualifications? Do they have...
In 2003, an innovative cross-country initiative was launched, bringing with it an important mission. Inclusive Cities Canada was a partnership of community leaders and elected municipal politicians working together to strengthen the capacity of cities, sustain inclusive communities, and ensure...
What percentage of Canada’s voluntary/nonprofit sector workforce do you think identify themselves as white/Caucasian? Would you say (a) 22% (b) 78% or (c) 89%? The answer is (c) according to the recent Canada-wide survey of nonprofit employees conducted by Ipsos...
Can you tell me if there are generational differences when it comes to employee engagement? Some people insist that there are, while others say that engagers at work span the generations and are common to them. What an excellent question!...
The Americans may have their melting pot, but as any Canadian-schooled person knows, the Great White North is a mosaic of cultures. With the ethnic quotient ever on the rise through immigration, women still striving for more equality in the...
