
Council on Inclusive Work Environments
Fostering an inclusive workplace culture that embraces diverse, equitable, dynamic talent is critical to business success. A diverse and inclusive work environment is more productive, engaging, and innovative.
The Council on Inclusive Work Environments (CIWE) provides a forum for diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders to hear from key thought leaders in Canada while sharing challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned within a vibrant community of practice. CIWE helps organizations develop strategies to attract and leverage diverse talent and cultivate dynamic, inclusive cultures where all employees can optimize their potential. Together, CIWE members learn how to influence senior leaders and raise the profile of diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations.
Create a more inclusive workplace that helps your organization thrive. Join CIWE.
Who Should Join?
Senior leaders in Canadian organizations who are responsible for diversity, inclusion, employment equity, and talent management.
Key Objectives
- Provide a venue for professionals in Canadian organizations to learn about innovative practices in fostering diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces.
- Encourage learning through networking with peers and renowned speakers.
- Facilitate discussions and debates on topics related to dynamic, inclusive, and supportive work environments.
- Ensure meeting themes and speakers are relevant and of value by engaging the member-based Advisory Committee.
Benefits of Membership
Networking | Shared knowledge | Exclusive access | Research |
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Be part of a professional community of practice dedicated to diversity and inclusion. | Share and learn best practices with other D&I practitioners and leaders across Canada. | Network and hear from thought leaders on key D&I issues, challenges, and priorities. | Access a wealth of evidence-based research and resources dedicated to moving the needle on D&I in the workplace. |

Contact Us
For more information about the Council on Inclusive Work Environments or to arrange for a guest invitation to attend one of our meetings, please contact our team.
1-888-801-8818
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET; after hours, please send an e-mail.
Current Members
Accenture Inc.
Air Canada
Amazon Canada
ATCO Ltd.
Bank of Canada
Bell Canada
Canadian Blood Services
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited
CSA Group
Emera Inc
Enbridge Inc.
Federated Cooperatives Limited
ForticsBC Inc.
Fortis Inc.
Gowlings WLG
Hydro One
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Intact Financial Corporation
J. D. Irving Limited
KPMG
Liquor Control Board of Ontario
Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment Ltd.
McCain Foods Canada
Medavie Blue Cross
Metrolinx
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
Region of Peel
Rogers Communications Canada Inc.
Sephora
SGI Canada
The Home Depot
Torys LLP
Vale Canada
WorkSafeBC

Testimonial
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CIWE members can access exclusive content from this page.
Member Activity
Virtual Open Forum Member Call: Priorities, Challenges and Opportunities for 2023
December 14, 2022
Virtual Roundtable Discussion: ESGs Meet EDI: Connecting the Dots Between Environment, Social and Governance and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
November 29, 2022
Social Impact Within and Beyond the Workplace
Fall 2022
In-person Networking Reception: Diversity, Inclusion and Organizational Change with keynote Susan Black, CEO, Conference Board of Canada
October 13, 2022
Relevant Research for Members

Become a Member
Join us in fostering inclusive organizational culture while leveraging diverse, dynamic talent to face today’s workplace challenges and opportunities head-on.