Name: Practical DEI for Everyday Work – 1 Day Workshop in Mississauga
Start: 2025-12-15T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-22T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Regus ON, Mississauga - Robert Speck 2 (HQ)

$Practical DEI for Everyday Work \u2013 1 Day Workshop in Mississauga$

Learn practical DEI strategies to build inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplaces that strengthen collaboration and organizational perfor
About this Event

Group Discounts:

Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included

Course Overview

This program provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within Canadian workplace contexts. Participants explore cultural, legal, and organizational considerations to build more inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and empowered. Through case studies, group discussions, and self-reflective activities, attendees will learn effective DEI strategies that promote fairness, respect, and sustainable organizational growth.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand key DEI concepts and their organizational importance
Recognize and mitigate unconscious bias in professional settings
Lead and communicate inclusively to foster belonging
Build equitable systems across HR processes and employee experience
Navigate DEI compliance, culture, and regional context across Canada
Create measurable DEI initiatives with long-term sustainability

Target Audience

HR Leaders & Talent Development Professionals
People Managers & Team Leads
DEI Officers & Organizational Consultants
Culture, Learning & Engagement Teams
Anyone committed to building inclusive workplace environments

Why Choose This Course?

Inclusive workplaces drive collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being — but many organizations struggle to move from awareness to action. This course provides practical strategies and real examples to help you lead DEI efforts confidently and effectively. You will leave with frameworks and tools ready for immediate application.

Want to train your entire team?
In-house sessions can be tailored to your organizational culture, region-specific considerations, and industry context to create direct, meaningful impact.

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:

Agenda
Module 1: Foundations of DEI

Info: • Understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Key drivers for inclusive workplaces
• Regional considerations specific to Canada
• Icebreaker Activity

Module 2: Bias & Inclusive Mindsets

Info: • Forms of unconscious bias
• Cultural sensitivity and social identity awareness
• Reframing perspectives for equity
• Self-Reflection Exercise

Module 3: Creating an Inclusive Culture

Info: • Psychological safety and belonging
• Inclusive leadership styles
• Communication practices that support inclusion
• Role Play

Module 4: DEI in Systems & Processes

Info: • Fair recruitment and selection
• Inclusive performance management
• Pay equity and transparent growth pathways
• Case Study

Module 5: Handling Challenging Conversations

Info: • Constructive dialogue on diversity and privilege
• Managing resistance and emotional reactions
• Facilitating safe and open discussions
• Group Practice

Module 6: Legal & Compliance Considerations (Canada)

Info: • EU Equality legislation and anti-discrimination standards
• Organizational responsibilities and reporting expectations
• Ethics and values alignment in multicultural teams
• Group Brainstorm

Module 7: DEI Action Plan & Impact Measurement

Info: • Setting realistic DEI goals and KPIs
• Monitoring progress and accountability structures
• Embedding inclusion into culture and daily behavior
• Action Plan Review