2SLGBTQIplus

Meet our 2SLGBTQIA+ and Accessibility Wellness Ambassadors 

Did you know that you can access peer-based mental health support through the Counselling Centre? Along with professional counselling services, they offer drop-in peer supports, bi-weekly art and mental health programming, programs geared toward specific communities and more!

Two of the Counselling Centre's student staff this year 2SLGBTQIA+ Wellness Ambassador Jo (Left), and their Accessibility Wellness Ambassador Zoë (Right). Wellness Ambassadors coordinate wellness-based social programs for members of their communities. Jo hosts bi-weekly Queer Board Games Nights and monthly Trans Student Drop-Ins. Zoë works as a part of the Counselling Centre and Fred Smithers Centre offering social programs to students who are part of the blind, deaf, disabled and neurodivergent communities. All students are welcome to attend events and learn about their work.

Jo and Zoë both have training to offer one-on-one peer support. Want to set up a chat with one of them? Send them an email and learn more about what they do on the The Counselling Centre's Peer Support Page.

Jo McKenzie (they/them), 2SLGBTQIA+ Wellness Ambassador
2SLGBTQ.Wellness@smu.ca

Zoë MacDonald (she/her), Accessibility Wellness Ambassador
Accessibility.Wellness@smu.ca.

New Self-Service Banner 9 features will simplify name changes, self-identification

Students working in the Atrium

Enrolment Services is proud to share that the Student Systems and Strategic Projects team has taken steps to improve and enhance Self-Service Banner 9 (SSB9) as it pertains to personal autonomy, including name changes and self-identification.

The Studio for Teaching and Learning (The Studio) has developed an excellent instructional resource that reflects SSB9’s new capabilities. The previous process of submitting a preferred name change form is no longer required. Please refer to the Preferred Name Change Guide found on The Studio site or access it through the Resources section of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Hub for instructions.

We are also pleased to announce that further upgrades are happening this term, including:

1.    Confidential and voluntary self-identification opportunities

Having a more fulsome view and understanding of our dynamic community will allow Saint Mary’s to better support and further an equitable, diverse and inclusive institution. Self-identification opportunities are confidential and completely voluntary. Data reports will focus on big-picture snapshots of populations and will not identify individuals. These reports will help drive initiatives, strategies and systems that better reflect and serve Saint Mary's students.

2.    Gender identification opportunities

In offering students an opportunity to identify with a gender descriptor, Saint Mary’s will be better able to provide services, enhance interactions and support consistencies in how we engage with students. Gender identification will be a voluntary option for students using Self-Service Banner. As we capture data on population representations, Saint Mary’s will be in a position to improve its awareness and continue strengthening a community of belonging.

We look forward to launching these enhanced capabilities this fall. We welcome feedback and questions; please connect with Enrolment Services via registrar@smu.ca.

Saint Mary’s launches 2SLGBTQIA+ digital community hub

Saint Mary’s is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2SLGBTQIA+ digital community hub!

The 2SLGBTQIA+ Hub was developed to address a gap in readily accessible and easily navigable resources, supports and information of interest for an important population within the SMU community.

The digital hub was developed primarily by members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who sought out a wide variety of community consultation, including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff, alongside those who offer services and courses that may be directly or indirectly connected with the community. Feedback through community consultation was a priority and updates and revisions were made based on the insights received.

The digital community hub is where you can find news and events for and about SMU’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community, information about support services and spaces on campus, and updates during Pride season. It’s designed to continue evolving and growing, with the SMU community offering contributions as new information, programming and resources are developed.

Have feedback or questions? Contact student.services@smu.ca. We'd love to hear from you!

SMU community shows Pride love at Paint Your Pride event

On June 20, Student Affairs and Services (SAAS) hosted a Paint Your Pride event to kick off the 2023 Pride Season at SMU.

Taking place in the Quad, Paint Your Pride brought students, faculty, staff and even Halifax locals together to celebrate Pride Month and create a beautiful rainbow chalk mural. The event also boasted activities including a make-your-own Pride pin station, lawn games, cake and popcorn treats, an info table breaking down the various 2SLGBTQIA+ pride flags and highlighting community resources, and a pop-up Pride merch table from the SMU Bookstore.

During the event, Welcome Activities Coordinator, Toky Tajwar and Student Life Coordinator, Liv Brennan asked attendees what Pride means to them. Dee Dooley, Sexual Violence Advisor described Pride as “community and liberation” while Peer Success coach, Michael Rumsby felt Pride to mean “loving and accepting everybody for who they are.” Members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community and allies joined together with resounding messages of love, acceptance and community resounding in the beautiful artwork created.

Paint Your Pride was just one of several Pride initiatives that SMU is involved in this year. In addition to several Pride events, SAAS has undertaken a project to develop a 2SLGBTQIA+ Community webpage to be launched this summer. The initiative, prominently developed by members of the queer community, will create a digital hub of pan-campus resources, groups, committees and societies, as well as news and upcoming events.

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Student experience: safe space and gay allyship at SMU

Genderfluid person stands in the Saint Mary’s Quad in front of a line of rainbow flags depicting the various 2SLGBTQIA+ identities with arm outreached grasping at the lesbian flag.

Ken Cornell stands in the Saint Mary’s Quad in front of a line of rainbow flags depicting the various 2SLGBTQIA+ identities.

When Ken Cornell began exploring universities, gay allyship and resources were not a factor of consideration. So, when Cornell arrived at Saint Mary’s, it was a welcome surprise to discover not only safe space and community but also resources that supported them, especially in the early days of their self-discovery and journey as a gay, genderfluid person.

Cornell sits in the Quad in front of a chalk heart depicting the genderfluid rainbow.

Cornell is a student in the Intercultural Studies Program, going into their fifth and final year at Saint Mary’s who currently works as the Training Module Developer for Residence Life. “When I first came to SMU I was just starting to come out as a lesbian and I hadn’t quite identified the gender issue yet,” explains Cornell. “I discovered SMU Q [newly established as the SMU Pride Society] at my first society expo and immediately found safe space and people that made me feel completely at home.”

Having such a positive and welcoming experience at SMU made Cornell want to get involved and help others. “I worked as a Residence Advisor (RA) and was able to support others in their self-discovery and journey in coming out,” highlights Cornell.

They also got involved in the RainBEAU committee in Residence Life and “was able to give a presentation on gender identity, and, specifically, genderfluidity, which isn’t as commonly discussed or understood.” Cornell elaborates that genderfluidity is a term under the trans umbrella, where a person does not identify with the gender they were assigned at birth.

“How I view my gender and how I express it varies and changes, similar to a colour slider. How I carry myself, style my hair, dress and even talk depends on where I am on my gender slider at that time.”

In reflecting on Pride season, Cornell describes it as a complex issue for them. “We’re starting to see the growing anti-LGBT hate from the States spreading into Canada,” asserts Cornell. “Pride will always have an element of push-back to it, so to have a recognized and respected institute like SMU acknowledge Pride, telling us there is safe space here is a huge deal for our community.”

To members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community, especially newcomers to SMU, Cornell suggests getting involved as much as possible to help find support and make friends in the community. “We have lots of events coming up this year,” details Cornell. “Pride season kicked off with Paint Your Pride, where the SMU community gathered to create a Pride chalk mural in the Quad. In July, Residence Life will be hosting a Dye-versity night where we’ll be tie-dying shirts and there will be a SMU float in the Halifax Pride Parade during Halifax Pride Festival.”

Visit Celebrating Pride at SMU to learn about 2SLGBTQI+ resources and upcoming events.

Student perspective: experiencing Pride at Saint Mary’s

June is the kick-off month for Pride Season, a time to honour the celebration of love and acceptance dedicated to celebration and commemoration of two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or sometimes questioning), intersexual, asexual (2SLGBTQI+) pride.

At Saint Mary’s, we strive to create a welcoming, respectful and supportive environment for our entire community. For many, SMU has become a home away from home, and we endeavour to ensure there is safe space for self-discovery and to experience joy in community. 

Liv Brennan

Liv Brennan (she/her) is a third-year Bachelor of Arts student majoring in Anthropology and minoring in Geology, who is currently working as the Student Life Coordinator for the Student Success Centre (SSC). SMU’s initiatives in allyship and creating safe space were an important factor in Brennan’s decision to work in the SSC.

“Previously I worked in Residence Life and have been involved in the RainBEAU Committee as well as the Pride Society, so I knew there would be support for me as an LGBTQI+ person,” says Brennan. “My experience at SMU has always been positive and my colleagues have always been supportive—it makes me proud to work here.” 

Being involved with 2SLGBTQI+ initiatives on campus has been an empowering part of Brennan’s experience at Saint Mary’s University. “It means a lot to me to see SMU acknowledging Pride Month,” explains Brennan. “It’s a great opportunity for our community to feel a sense of belonging and it enhances our sense of pride in who we are.” 

Within her role as Student Life Coordinator, Brennan is supporting initiatives to celebrate Pride Season. Alongside her team, Brennan is excited to host a SAAS pride event on June 20, called Paint Your Pride, inviting the entire SMU community to create a large chalk mural in the Quad. She is also helping to develop a 2SLGBTQ+ community resource hub for SMU.ca.

“For me, it’s about community and making the world a better place for 2SLGBTQIA+ people.”

“There are all kinds of resources available at SMU for our community,” notes Brennan. “In addition to the RainBeau Committee and the Pride Society, we have the SMUSA Pride Centre and the SMUSA Women’s Centre, both on the 5th floor of the Student Centre. There are also health and wellness resources through the Student Health Clinic, Counselling Centre and the Sexual Violence Support Centre.” 

When asked what World Pride Month means to Brennan, she highlighted how her journey as a bisexual woman has strengthened her passion for helping create a sense of belonging. “For me, it’s about community and making the world a better place for 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Pride Season gives us a chance to amplify our messages of love and tolerance and acknowledge those who helped pave the way for us and those who carry on the important work for our community.” 

Brennan is thrilled to be a part of this year’s Pride initiatives at SMU. “It’s so important to give our voices a platform,” she notes. “Hearing from people at SMU who are going about their lives, whether they’re working or studying here, really enhances that sense of community on campus. Knowing that SMU wants to share our stories reinforces that we belong here and that we don’t stand alone.” 

Visit Celebrating Pride at Saint Mary’s to learn more about initiatives and resources at SMU. 

Celebrating Pride at Saint Mary's

Photo credit: Brian Webb, HomoCulture | www.TheHomoCulture.com.

Pride Month in June acknowledges the 2SLGBTQI+ community (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex all other gender identities such as asexual, pansexual, and polyamorous). It spotlights the resilience, celebrates the talent and recognizes the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

In Halifax, Pride is celebrated with a festival, happening July 20-30. Throughout June and July, the Saint Mary’s community will celebrate pride with events and learning opportunities.

Follow @smuhalifax, @smu_studentlife and @SMUalumnihfx to see posts and alumni profiles shared throughout the month.


SMUSA Pride Centre

Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Located on the 5th floor of the O’Donnell-Hennessey Student Centre

The Pride Centre offers a safe space for all members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. SMUSA strives to create more events and resources for students within this community on campus and wants to create a welcoming and accepting environment for all. If you are looking for a hang-out spot, or place to study, check out our pride centre!



New Pride collection at the SMU Bookstore

The Saint Mary’s Campus Store has brand new Pride merch to help you celebrate in style! Available at the store in person from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday to Friday,
or order online.


DEI stories of success: 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion

Thursday, June 8
2–3 p.m.

This webinar for faculty and staff will discuss how organizations can demonstrate allyship towards individuals identifying as 2SLGBTQI+. DEI leaders discuss Canada's first Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action plan and share success stories of initiatives that lead to creating an inclusive and psychologically safe space for individuals identifying as 2SLGBTQI+.

Presented by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. Faculty and staff can register here (select Employer Partner to register for free).


Paint Your Pride!

Tuesday, June 20
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
The Quad outside the O’Donnell-Hennessey Student Centre

Join Student Affairs and Services in the Quad to Paint Your Pride with chalk, play fun lawn games and enjoy snacks to celebrate Pride Month alongside your peers, staff and faculty!

Email studentsuccess@smu.ca for more information.


…and more!

More events taking in place in June and July will be announced. Check the Student Life events calendar for all upcoming events!

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Patrick Power Library & Student Affairs share literary display for African Heritage Month

Display at Patrick Power Library

In collaboration with the Patrick Power Library, Black Student Advisor* Bria Symonds compiled a selection of scholarly texts that celebrate Black joy and liberation as part of the university’s African Heritage Month initiatives.  

Bria Symonds

The literary display provides perspectives, education and information for a range of audiences. Drawing from her experience and education in social work, community engagement and activism to inform her selections, Symonds highlights three particular works as an excellent starting point for anyone interested in exploring, understanding and engaging throughout the month of February and beyond. 

Burnley “Rocky” Jones Revolutionary, by Burnley “Rocky” Jones 

Symonds describes the African Nova Scotian author Burnley “Rocky” Jones as “an amazing pillar in the African Nova Scotian community, who was engaged in everything from social justice and education to politics and community mobilization.” 

As noted by the publisher, the book “illuminates the Black experience in Nova Scotia, it explains the evolving nature of race relations and human rights in recent Canadian history, and it reveals the origins of the “remedial” approach to racial equality that is now practised by activists and governments.” Symonds calls it “a beneficial read for allies looking to inform and understand how we can work in ways that are community centred from a social justice lens.” 

Policing Black Lives: State violence in Canada from slavery to the present, Robyn Maynard 

Symonds describes this selection as a heavier but highly educative read. “This book has been an impactful scholarly piece in my educational journey and professional life,” she says. ”It looks at complex and difficult stories of what policing looks like in Canada and provides valuable context in understanding what anti-black racism is.”  

The publisher says “Maynard’s intersectional approach to anti-Black racism addresses the unique and understudied impacts of state violence as it is experienced by Black women, Black people with disabilities, as well as queer, trans, and undocumented Black communities.” With the heaviness of the topic, Symonds recommends taking time to process and reflect on the reading. 

Unapologetic: A Black, Queer, and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements, Charlene Carruthers 

To contrast her previous selection, Symonds highlights Unapologetic as “a lighter read that is excellent for folks who are trying to understand the true meaning of intersectionality.” The notion of intersectionality looks at critical race theory and law and how that plays into the way multiple oppressions may be experienced. 

Symonds recommends the book as an exploration of “how we can reduce and prevent anti-black racism, as well as providing inclusiveness to those that come from a queer background.” Symonds points to the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, citing Unapologetic as an excellent read to promote continued learning and engagement within the SMU community and beyond. 

These three reads, along with the full compilation of selected scholarly texts will be on display at the Patrick Power Library for the full month of February. The library also proudly houses The Lynn Jones African Canadian & Diaspora Heritage Collection in the University Archives. The Lynn Jones Collection is accessible at any time to researchers, the SMU community and wider community. Please contact or drop by the Archives. A limited selection of the collection has been digitized and hosted online.

*Note: At the time of the interview, Symonds held the title of Black Student Advisor. The position is currently vacant, however Black/African-descended student supports remain available through Student Affairs and Services. 


University announces updated Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy and enhanced supports 

As part of Saint Mary’s ongoing commitment to promoting a positive and supportive learning environment, the university has announced an updated and expanded Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy

The policy replaces the previous Sexual Violence Policy and Procedures (2019) and introduces enhanced processes and new supports for the Saint Mary’s community, including the addition of a Sexual Violence Advisor that will be a key, confidential resource for faculty, staff and students. 

The update is the result of months of research, analysis and consultation on the part of the Sexual Violence Policy Review Committee (formed in November 2021), a working group comprised of members from People and Culture, Student Affairs and Services, the University Secretariat, SMUSA and faculty with expertise in sexual violence policy. 

“The enhanced policy is designed to support the entire campus community and is a key to continuing to promote a safe and supportive campus environment and culture for all,” says Tom Brophy, Associate Vice-President, Student Affairs and Services. “A safe learning environment is fundamental to our students’ success, which has always been a priority at Saint Mary’s.”  

“We strive for Saint Mary’s to be a safe and respectful place to work and learn,” says Mark Moffett, Associate Vice-President, People and Culture. “This policy provides clear guidance and support and better reflects current understanding and best practices. Sexual violence and sexual harassment are not tolerated in any measure within the Saint Mary’s community.” 

Cross-campus consultations were held with faculty, staff and students to gather input, and the enhanced policy reflects feedback to ensure it is survivor-centred, trauma-informed, culturally informed, intersectional and procedurally fair. As such, the committee’s updates include a focus on confidential disclosure, enhanced supports and formal reporting processes and procedures. 

With a commitment to continuous improvement, the Sexual Violence Policy Review committee will convene every three years, or sooner as needed, to ensure the policy continues to evolve and reflect current understandings. 

New support: Sexual Violence Advisor  

Dee Dooley, Sexual Violence Advisor at Saint Mary’s University.

Included within the committee’s updates, the university has also developed provisions to enhance sexual violence supports at Saint Mary’s and has appointed Dee Dooley into the role of Sexual Violence Advisor. 

Dee is a community advocate with expertise in gender-based violence prevention and education. She holds degrees in Sociology, Gender Studies and Criminology and an Advanced Diploma in Counselling and Advocacy. For over a decade, Dee has worked with youth, community organizations, service providers, post-secondary institutions, and governments on various gender-based violence prevention, intervention, awareness, and response initiatives for and with women, youth, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.  

Dee supports survivors, education, policy, and research as they pertain to sexual violence and harassment at Saint Mary’s. 

In the works 

Saint Mary’s is pleased to share that further initiatives are underway in support of enhancing a community of support. The Sexual Violence Support team will be rolling out a series of information workshops available to faculty, staff and students to promote awareness and understanding around sexual violence and sexual harassment topics. Faculty and staff sessions will be launched in the coming months and group booking opportunities will also be made available. 

Additionally, the Sexual Violence Support webpage is being updated to better support community needs and promote a refined user experience. Updates will include a simplified approach to accessing content and resources, and a modified visual experience that supports a survivor-centred lens. 

For a more in-depth understanding of sexual violence supports, distinctions and rights, visit the Sexual Violence Supports web page. 

FAQ 

Who can access the Sexual Violence supports? 

Resources and supports are available for all Saint Mary’s students, staff and faculty members. To access supports, visit https://www.smu.ca/svs/welcome.html or contact the Sexual Violence Advisor at sexualviolence@smu.ca

What is the difference between a disclosure and a report? 

As outlined in the Sexual Violence and Harassment policy, Saint Mary’s distinguishes between a disclosure and a report of sexual violence or harassment. 

Disclosing and reporting are separate actions, at the discretion of the survivor, that result in various levels of response or action by the university. 

Disclosure is the act of telling a member of the Saint Mary’s community about an experience of sexual violence or harassment for support and does not automatically initiate a formal investigation or response by Saint Mary’s University. Disclosing can help a person access support and information. 

Reporting is the act of telling a designated member of the Saint Mary’s community (i.e. the Sexual Violence Advisor) to initiate an institutional response. 

Do I need to make a report to access support? 

You can access any resource without making a report and have the right to stop using the resource(s) at any point. The only exception to this is if you are under the age of 16 and are assaulted or under the age of 19 and the perpetrator is in a position of power, in which people are legally obligated to inform the police or Child Protection Services. 

 Is my information confidential? 

Ensuring confidentiality is a key principle in creating an environment where people who have experienced sexual violence and harassment feel comfortable exploring their options and seeking support. Your information is confidential and protected by privacy legislation. There are some exceptions to confidentiality, including risk of imminent harm to you or the broader university community, a legal obligation to report due to age of the complainant, or a legal obligation to participate in a judicial process. 

What is the informal resolution process? 

To allow for increased survivor choice, an Informal Resolution process has been added to the Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy. The Informal Resolution process recognizes the need for an option for remedial, educational and restorative outcomes in cases of sexual violence or harassment. The Informal Resolution process requires the informed consent of both a survivor and a respondent. 

What is the formal resolution process? 

When a Formal Resolution process is implemented, an investigator will coordinate a trauma-informed and procedurally fair investigation by collecting information from all parties involved. The Investigator will provide a report and recommend a finding on if a Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy violation has occurred based on a balance of probabilities. The Responsible Authority will make a decision on outcomes based on the Investigator’s report.  

Are there any key differences in the new Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy? 

The Sexual Violence and Harassment Policy will replace the Policy on Conflict Resolution and the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination in the University’s response to sexual harassment.  Ensuring a comprehensive, stand-alone policy and associated regulations on sexual violence and harassment is a best practice.  

Another important change: Due to inherent power dynamics and in the interest of maintaining integrity and respect in our working and learning environments, relationships between faculty and students, staff and students or two employees with a linear reporting relationship are prohibited.  

Building more inclusive workspaces

To see the change, you need to be the change. This is the mentality that Dr. Vurain Tabvuma, Sobey Professor in Management, and his PhD student Katelynn Carter-Rogers BA’11 CertHON’12 MSc’15 bring to their teaching and research practices. Their research, focused on understanding how inclusion within organizations can increase well-being and performance, has been built into the Sobey School of Business Management 1281 curriculum —a foundational course for all Bachelor of Commerce students.  

“My research with Dr. Tabvuma has taught me a lot about current practices in organizations and the changes that need to be made to make them inclusive," says Carter-Rogers. "It’s one thing to be included, it’s another thing to feel like you truly belong.”

This addition to the course curriculum reinforces the importance of equity, diversity and inclusion in the minds of tomorrow’s business leaders. This is a big step forward in fostering more inclusive workplaces.  

“It’s important that organizations are able and ready to support people who come from very different perspectives, and include people who understand the world in very different ways,” says Dr. Tabvuma.

Did you know? The Sobey School of Business is a proud signatory of the United Nations Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative. The school is also one of just two in Canada to be selected as a PRME Champion (2020-23), a leadership group committed to advancing corporate social responsibility in education and research.

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National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two Spirit People

October 4 was National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two Spirit People (MMIWG2S+). To commemorate this day, the Patrick Power Library, Indigenous Student Advisor, and Indigenous Student Society President invited Denise Pictou-Maloney to share stories of her lived experience and activism work with MMIWG2S+. At the end of the discussion, participants had the opportunity to hang red dresses in the library windows. The dresses symbolise and honour the women, girls and Two-Spirit people who are missing and murdered. Everyone is welcome to visit the Library to view the installment.

Equity, diversity and inclusion resources for SMU faculty and staff

The Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion is a Canadian organization that focuses on diversity and inclusion, and human rights and equity, specifically in Canada's workplaces and schools. Saint Mary's University is an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) which provides us with several benefits that will support us on our diversity and inclusion journey.

The following benefits are available to all faculty and staff:

  • Monthly newsletter, Diversity Ink.
    CCDI’s monthly newsletter provides information about CCDI events and research, and other pertinent news from the Canadian diversity and inclusion realm. Subscribe here. You can view past editions of their Diversity Ink newsletter here.

  • CCDI Knowledge Repository
    As part of the “Members Only” portal on their website, CCDI has an e-library with over 1,000 documents containing Canadian-specific and international diversity and inclusion research, reports, toolkits and news, which are indexed and searchable by multiple parameters (e.g. by keyword, by topic, etc.). This e-library is an evergreen resource and new content is continually being added. If you would like access to the Knowledge Repository, you can self-register here.

  • Monthly webinars
    CCDI offers educational webinars which are free for all of our employees. Registration is currently open for the 2021 calendar year. Click here to see a list of topics and dates. Previously recorded webinars can be accessed via the Knowledge Repository.

  • In-person events
    CCDI hosts best-practice forums and Community of Practice events in 18 cities across Canada twice per year. Check this page regularly to see when new dates have been added.

    Questions? Please contact Dr. Rohini Bannerjee, AVP Diversity Excellence or Deborah Brothers-Scott, Director Diversity Inclusion and Wellness, People and Culture.

Upcoming webinars

Register now for the third and fourth webinars in our LGBTQ2+ Inclusion in the Workplace series.
These events are open to all and offered at no charge. Pre-registration is required.

Reconciling Identity: A discussion about Two-Spirit people within the LGBTQ2+ communities
Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at 1 p.m. Eastern


All the T: A discussion on gender within the LGBTQ2+ communities
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern