Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility at Canopy

Canopy Support Services’ Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) committee works to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. IDEA ensures that human rights and respect for all is fully reflected in Canopy's internal operations as well as in its programming, by addressing and challenging systemic racism, discrimination and oppression. 

IDEA is dedicated to embracing diversity in all of it’s forms, including but not limited to: 

• Race 

• Ethnicity  

• Gender 

• Sexual Orientation 

• Religion 

• Socio-Economic Status 

• Ability 

• Age  

Definitions

Inclusion: The creation of an environment where everyone feels welcome, is treated with respect, and is able to fully participate. 

Diversity: The demographic mix of the community, with a focus on the representation of equity-deserving groups. 

Equity: The fair and respectful treatment of all people. Equity is the process; equality is the result. 

Accessibility: The means to receiving, acquiring and participating in the same opportunities in an equally effective, integrated and equivalent way as all people. 

To reach out to Canopy Support Services IDEA Committee with any questions or to discuss any concerns please contact the Committee at 705-876-9245 Ext. 235 or email us at IDEA@canopysupport.ca