Diversity Equity and Inclusion

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Welcome to the Pearson Centre’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEI) Hub, a searchable database and knowledge centre created with the goal of empowering Canadians with diverse perspectives, research, and resources to foster inclusion in their families, communities and organizations.

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Webinars

We invite you to explore our upcoming webinars on diverse DEI topics —empowering you with the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful change in your community and workplace.

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Diversity in Canada

  • What is discrimination?
    From subtle to overt to systemic: the forms and grounds of discrimination in Canada.
  • Truth and Reconciliation
    Reports on and calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
  • Recent Statistics
    Over one in three people (36%) aged 15 years and older living in Canada have experienced some form of discrimination or unfair treatment in the five years prior to the latest wave of the Canadian Social Survey.
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Resource database

Search our database of websites, organizations and data related to DEI and discrimination in Canada.

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Database of experts

Search our database of DEI changemakers and thought leaders, and uncover the stories, expertise, and insights shaping a more inclusive Canada

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Lorin McDonald

Lorin MacDonald is a respected human rights lawyer and advocate for accessibility, particularly for women with disabilities. She has made significant strides in improving rights and services for Canadians with...

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Ian Andre Espinet

Ian Andre Espinet is a Toronto-born entrepreneur and community advocate dedicated to combating anti-Black racism in the Canadian music industry. With over 25 years of experience in marketing and creative...

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R. Douglas Elliot

R. Douglas Elliott, a trailblazing LGBTQ+ rights lawyer, has been pivotal in advancing equality and justice in Canada. He led the LGBT Purge class action, securing a $145M settlement for...

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Past inspiration

Honour the legacy of changemakers who paved the way for equity, diversity, and inclusion—explore their stories and lasting impact on Canada’s journey toward progress

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Jean Lumb

A Chinese Canadian activist, Lumb came into advocacy through her and her husband’s Chinese restaurant business. Lumb quickly became involved in various com...
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Maria Barile

A leader in the disability rights movement, she began her fight for social justice and the elimination of all forms of violence and discrimination against...
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Chris Bearchell

Chris Bearchell (1953–2007) was a trailblazing activist and writer in Canada’s queer community. A key figure at The Body Politic from 1975 to 1987, she co-...
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