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Recognizing Emancipation Day on August 1: Resources for Members

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August 1st is officially designated as Emancipation Day in Canada. This day will allow us to reflect and acknowledge our shared history of the enslavement of people of African descent in Canada. Most importantly the inaugural Emancipation Day will provide us with an opportunity to maintain ongoing meaningful conversations around race relations and inclusive society.

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Equity in Action: Reviewing Your Social Activities

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Have you reviewed your workplace social activities with an equity lens?

In this latest blog in our Equity in Action, we’ll discuss step two from our Six Steps to Make Your Legal Workplace More Equitable – reviewing your social activities. Many workplace social activities cannot be enjoyed by employees for various reasons including their race, gender, religious beliefs, family situation, and income.  

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