On December 2, 2020, Global Compact Network Canada (GCNC) hosted its first virtual forum, Business for Gender Equality: A forum to fast-forward progress in the Canadian private sector. The forum marked the conclusion of GCNC’s three-year project, Gender Equality Leadership in the Canadian Private Sector (funded by the Department for Women and Gender Equality), which included the launch of the Blueprint and Maturity Model, two comprehensive, original tools that are freely available for organizations and individuals looking to advance gender equality in the workplace. The forum also featured a number of keynote addresses, high-level panels, and interactive discussions reflecting on the current and future status of gender equality and workplace inclusion in Canada.
Here are five key takeaways from the forum discussions:
As we reflect on the success of Business for Gender Equality, GCNC would like to thank all speakers for providing meaningful insights and key action items to help spark change. We would also like to thank the following sponsors for their bold commitment to advancing gender equality: Baker McKenzie, BASF Canada, Nutrien, Lucara Diamonds, Scotiabank, TELUS, Blake, Cassels & Graydon, Global Affairs Canada, Power Corporation of Canada, Teck, Turner & Townsend, and the Pay Equity Commission of Ontario. Finally, we would like to thank all the attendees for contributing to the forum and fast-forwarding action on SDG5 in Canada.
To learn more about what you can do to advance gender equality in your workplace, please visit the Blueprint for Gender Equality website here.
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