As an organization whose mission is to bring together nonprofit and voluntary organizations to ensure they can effectively meet the needs of all of Nova Scotia’s communities and citizens and whose core values include "inclusion, equity, & diversity", we cannot ignore the impact that Anti-Black Racism has had - and still has to this day - on communities and individuals in our province.

The Micropedia aims to collect everyday microaggressions and highlight their harmful impact through source-based definitions and real-world examples.

We know that our actions and the things we say matter - they have an impact on whether people feel included and respected, and they can sometimes play a role in upholding stereotypes and biases. Each of us has a responsibility to be mindful of how our words and actions impact others. This means addressing microaggressions in our everyday lives.

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The 50 – 30 Challenge is an initiative between the Government of Canada, business and diversity organizations. Together with project co-creators, many of whom have been striving to increase corporate diversity for decades, the government has developed a plan to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity deserving groups, including those identifying as: Racialized, Black, and/or People of Colour (“Visible Minorities”), People with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples. The program and participants recognize Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples, including those that identify as First Nation Peoples, Métis Nation, and Inuit, as founding Peoples of Canada and underrepresented in positions of economic influence and leadership.

The goal of the program is to challenge Canadian organizations to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace, while highlighting the benefits of giving all Canadians a seat at the table. The government has always believed in seeking the best available advice when making decisions.

The 50 – 30 Challenge asks that organizations aspire to two goals:

1. Gender parity (“50%” women and/or non-binary people) on Canadian board(s) and/or senior management; and
2. Significant representation (“30%”) on Canadian board(s) and senior management of other equity-deserving groups: Racialized, Black, and/or People of Colour (“Visible Minorities”), People with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples. The program and participants recognize Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples, including those that identify as First Nation Peoples, Métis Nation, and Inuit, as founding Peoples of Canada and underrepresented in positions of economic influence and leadership.

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Procurement is the action of shifting towards purchasing based on achieving multiple outcomes in addition to maximizing financial value. It leverages social/community value from existing purchases and contracts.

This is one way you can support and strengthen your relationships with various communities. Ensure your organization has equitable procurement policies for supplying products and services

More information and resources HERE

Win, Win, Win! The 18 Inclusion-isms You Need to Become a Disability Confident Employer is more than just an important book for leaders who wish to have a more diverse workplace-it is a new way of ensuring your business is a success!

Win, win, win means you, your team and your customers can all get what they want (and need). By simply sharing & implementing the key principles laid out in this book you are ensuring your business is on the path to profit.

Get the book here!

This guide is intended for any employer, service provider, business, or other organization in Nova Scotia. The purpose of the guide is to help you understand the needs and experiences of gender diverse populations, what the law says about gender identity and expression, and the importance and value of fostering meaningful and authentic inclusion of two-spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse people across our province.

Check out the website here.

https://www.youtube.com/@NSITE...October marks Mi’kmaw History Month in Canada.

Millions of visitors come to this region annually, and as a way of providing a welcome to Mi’kmaw territory, the Nova Scotia Indigenous Tourism Enterprise Network (NSITEN) has published a series of Welcome to Mi’kma’ki videos. These videos help educate visitors and locals, and Discover Halifax is so proud to share them with you.  

Videos available on YouTube HERE.