Cory Morgan: Alberta Challenges the DEI Policies That Have Taken Hold Across Canada
Commentary Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs have existed in one form or another for decades. They were predominantly applied in public institutions, but a surge of private sector participation in programs came about in 2020 after the death of George Floyd and the advent of Black Lives Matter. Alberta’s government is acting to remove […]
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, long present in public institutions, saw a significant increase in private sector adoption following the events of 2020. Alberta’s government is now moving to eliminate these policies, a potential trendsetter for Canada. Many Canadian companies initially embraced DEI initiatives, including increased black representation and anti-racism training, to avoid appearing insensitive.
- DEI programs have existed for decades, primarily in public institutions.
- Private sector participation in DEI surged in 2020 after George Floyd’s death and the rise of Black Lives Matter.
- Alberta’s government is moving to remove DEI policies, which could influence the rest of Canada.
- Public institutions are starting to back away from DEI policies, following the private sector.
- Hundreds of Canadian companies joined the BlackNorth Initiative in 2020, pledging actions like increasing black leadership and anti-racism education.
- Many companies expanded DEI teams, training, hiring goals, and reporting during this period.
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