Skip to main content
EIC
  • About
  • Centres of Focus
    • Equity & Inclusion Promotion
    • Sexual Violence Prevention & Survivor Support
    • Discrimination, Harassment & Accommodation Response
  • Services
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Governance & Committees
    • Institutional
    • EIC Advisory Group
  • Reports
  • Events
  • News
  • Resources
    • Human Rights
    • Equity and Inclusion
    • Sexual and Gender Based Violence Prevention and Support Services
  • Contact
Site Menu +
  • About
  • Centres of Focus
    • Equity & Inclusion Promotion
    • Sexual Violence Prevention & Survivor Support
    • Discrimination, Harassment & Accommodation Response
  • Services
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Governance & Committees
    • Institutional
    • EIC Advisory Group
  • Reports
  • Events
  • News
  • Resources
    • Human Rights
    • Equity and Inclusion
    • Sexual and Gender Based Violence Prevention and Support Services
  • Contact
Open search form.

News

Photo for the news post: The reluctance of Canadian businesses to collect race-based data needs to end
December 25, 2020

The reluctance of Canadian businesses to collect race-based data needs to end

The reluctance of Canadian businesses to collect race-based data needs to end

One of the few bright spots of 2020 is that business leaders have awoken to the power of CEO activism. They have come together to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, while... More

Photo for the news post: All Together Now: Teaching Trailblazer Melanie Adrian Wants to Make Remote Learning a Social Experience
December 8, 2020

All Together Now: Teaching Trailblazer Melanie Adrian Wants to Make Remote Learning a Social Experience

All Together Now: Teaching Trailblazer Melanie Adrian Wants to Make Remote Learning a Social Experience

How much knowledge can students absorb in an online class with all the distractions of home life bubbling in the background? It’s difficult enough in a university setting to compete... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Launches Action Plan to Accelerate Equity, Diversity and Inclusion on Campus
December 2, 2020

Carleton Launches Action Plan to Accelerate Equity, Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

Carleton Launches Action Plan to Accelerate Equity, Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

Not everyone feels fully welcome at university. It is within reach to change that, but it will take careful consideration of how inequities can permeate academic institutions

Photo for the news post: Etuaptmumk: Business Professor Rick Colbourne Investigates the Economic Impact of the Pandemic on Indigenous Communities
December 2, 2020

Etuaptmumk: Business Professor Rick Colbourne Investigates the Economic Impact of the Pandemic on Indigenous Communities

Etuaptmumk: Business Professor Rick Colbourne Investigates the Economic Impact of the Pandemic on Indigenous Communities

Before Rick Colbourne put a list of distinguished letters after his name from universities in Canada and abroad, and long before he joined Carleton’s Sprott School of Business as a... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Offers Specialized Mental Health Counselling Services for Graduate, Indigenous and Racialized Students
November 30, 2020

Carleton Offers Specialized Mental Health Counselling Services for Graduate, Indigenous and Racialized Students

Carleton Offers Specialized Mental Health Counselling Services for Graduate, Indigenous and Racialized Students

Haji Egeh is one of three counsellors recently hired as permanent staff by Carleton’s Health and Counselling Services—bringing the total number of counsellors to 13. The new hires include Haji... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton University’s Final Shannon Lecture of 2020 to Focus on Truth and Reconciliation Commissions
November 26, 2020

Carleton University’s Final Shannon Lecture of 2020 to Focus on Truth and Reconciliation Commissions

Carleton University’s Final Shannon Lecture of 2020 to Focus on Truth and Reconciliation Commissions

The fifth and final session of this year’s Shannon Lecture Series from Carleton University’s Department of History features McMaster University Prof. Bonny Ibhawoh, who will address a major shift in... More

Photo for the news post: 2020 Herzberg Lecture: Focus on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
November 24, 2020

2020 Herzberg Lecture: Focus on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

2020 Herzberg Lecture: Focus on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Increasing diversity among genders, races and other metrics is very possible in post-secondary education, as long as everyone involved is committed to constant discussion about how to decrease barriers, according... More

Photo for the news post: New Course on Race and Diversity Connects Carleton J-School Students with Leading Journalists
November 17, 2020

New Course on Race and Diversity Connects Carleton J-School Students with Leading Journalists

New Course on Race and Diversity Connects Carleton J-School Students with Leading Journalists

Carleton University’s journalism program is offering a new course on journalism and race, taught by one of Ottawa’s leading voices on the subject, CBC Ottawa News anchor Adrian Harewood.

Photo for the news post: Carleton Science Launches New Initiatives to Advance Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
November 12, 2020

Carleton Science Launches New Initiatives to Advance Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Carleton Science Launches New Initiatives to Advance Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Quick: Name a famous scientist. Who popped first into your mind? Was it Albert Einstein, Frederick Banting or Carl Sagan, perhaps? If so, you’re far from alone. Research has shown... More

Photo for the news post: New Blackness and Anti-Racism Course Examines the Institutions that Perpetuate Racism and Inequality
October 28, 2020

New Blackness and Anti-Racism Course Examines the Institutions that Perpetuate Racism and Inequality

New Blackness and Anti-Racism Course Examines the Institutions that Perpetuate Racism and Inequality

Cellphone cameras have helped cast light on the overt acts of racism that happen every day in our streets, but there are many forms of racism that are more subtle.... More

Photo for the news post: Racialized Canadian Neighbourhoods Suffer Highest Mortality from COVID-19
October 28, 2020

Racialized Canadian Neighbourhoods Suffer Highest Mortality from COVID-19

Racialized Canadian Neighbourhoods Suffer Highest Mortality from COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified pre-existing inequities in Canadian society and has highlighted the need for disaggregated data about the ways that population groups designated as visible minorities are being... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton’s Inclusion Week Attracts Large Audiences and Inspires Challenging Discussions on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
October 28, 2020

Carleton’s Inclusion Week Attracts Large Audiences and Inspires Challenging Discussions on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Carleton’s Inclusion Week Attracts Large Audiences and Inspires Challenging Discussions on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

During a time of worldwide calls for greater equity, diversity and inclusion in society—and in the midst of a global pandemic—Carleton’s second annual Inclusion Week played a significant role in... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton’s Inclusion Week: A Conversation with Michael Charles and Navdeep Bains
October 19, 2020

Carleton’s Inclusion Week: A Conversation with Michael Charles and Navdeep Bains

Carleton’s Inclusion Week: A Conversation with Michael Charles and Navdeep Bains

To kick off Carleton University’s Second Annual Inclusion Week, Michael Charles, Assistant Vice-President and University Advisor at Equity and Inclusive Communities spoke with Navdeep Bains, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Students
October 15, 2020

Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Students

Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Students

On Oct. 14, 2020 Carleton University hosted a virtual town hall to gather feedback from students on recommendations that will inform an Institutional Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plan.

Photo for the news post: Carleton’s Inclusion Week Explores Solutions to Pandemic and Social Justice Challenges
October 13, 2020

Carleton’s Inclusion Week Explores Solutions to Pandemic and Social Justice Challenges

Carleton’s Inclusion Week Explores Solutions to Pandemic and Social Justice Challenges

In the wake of a public health crisis, worldwide protests against systemic racism and in recognition of the priorities of Carleton’s new Strategic Integrated Plan (SIP), the Carleton University community... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Becomes First University to Adopt Rick Hansen Foundation’s Accessibility Certification
October 7, 2020

Carleton Becomes First University to Adopt Rick Hansen Foundation’s Accessibility Certification

Carleton Becomes First University to Adopt Rick Hansen Foundation’s Accessibility Certification

The adage remains true: accessible design benefits everyone, regardless of ability. And in a swiftly aging country where one in five people have a disability, the need for increased accessibility... More

Photo for the news post: Message from the President: Celebrate, Learn and Lead at Carleton’s Inclusion Week
October 5, 2020

Message from the President: Celebrate, Learn and Lead at Carleton’s Inclusion Week

Message from the President: Celebrate, Learn and Lead at Carleton’s Inclusion Week

Oct. 5, 2020 To All Members of the Carleton Community, It is our distinct pleasure to invite everyone to Carleton’s second annual Inclusion Week, which features a broad array of significant... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Takes Part in Orange Shirt Day to Honour Residential School Survivors
September 29, 2020

Carleton Takes Part in Orange Shirt Day to Honour Residential School Survivors

Carleton Takes Part in Orange Shirt Day to Honour Residential School Survivors

Philip Macho Commanda understands what it means to live with the history of Canada’s residential schools. As a member of the Kitigan Zibi Anishnabeg band, both his grandmother and mother... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Faculty and Staff
September 23, 2020

Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Faculty and Staff

Carleton University Hosts EDI Action Plan Town Hall for Faculty and Staff

Carleton University hosted the first town hall event on Sept. 22, 2020 to gather feedback from the community on recommendations that will inform the development of an institutional Equity, Diversity... More

Photo for the news post: The Globe and Mail: How students at Canadian business schools are using Instagram to call out racism
September 15, 2020

The Globe and Mail: How students at Canadian business schools are using Instagram to call...

The Globe and Mail: How students at Canadian business schools are using Instagram to call out racism

On Himanshu Dev's first day of class at Western University's Ivey School of Business, a professor insisted he either shorten or change his name so his classmates would have an... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Moves on Ambitious Plan to Support Action on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
September 14, 2020

Carleton Moves on Ambitious Plan to Support Action on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Carleton Moves on Ambitious Plan to Support Action on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Although more work remains to be done in the weeks and months ahead, Carleton University is a big step closer to an ambitious plan for institutional strategic action on equity,... More

Photo for the news post: The Globe and Mail: Lacking diversity can hurt a company’s credit ratings
September 7, 2020

The Globe and Mail: Lacking diversity can hurt a company’s credit ratings

The Globe and Mail: Lacking diversity can hurt a company’s credit ratings

Just call it corporate karma. Companies that turn a blind eye to systemic discrimination in their workplaces risk damaging their credit ratings and driving up their cost of borrowing.

Photo for the news post: Carleton Launches New Chapter for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with Summer Events
August 24, 2020

Carleton Launches New Chapter for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with Summer Events

Carleton Launches New Chapter for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with Summer Events

The summer of 2020 will be remembered as a turning point in Carleton University’s institutional commitment to anti-racism, Indigenous initiatives, equity, diversity and inclusivity. The Department of Equity and Inclusive... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Professors Receive SSHRC Support for a Broad Range of Research Impacting Canadians
August 20, 2020

Carleton Professors Receive SSHRC Support for a Broad Range of Research Impacting Canadians

Carleton Professors Receive SSHRC Support for a Broad Range of Research Impacting Canadians

Eighteen Carleton University researchers will receive approximately $3.2 million from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) to support vital research into understanding business cycles, integrating skilled immigrants into... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton’s Joy Mighty Receives Prestigious National Award
July 28, 2020

Carleton’s Joy Mighty Receives Prestigious National Award

Carleton’s Joy Mighty Receives Prestigious National Award

Carleton University Prof. Joy Mighty has won a prestigious national award for the significant contributions she has made to teaching, learning and educational development in higher education throughout her more... More

Photo for the news post: Message from the President: Our Shared Responsibility to Be Part of the Solution
June 10, 2020

Message from the President: Our Shared Responsibility to Be Part of the Solution

Message from the President: Our Shared Responsibility to Be Part of the Solution

It’s been two weeks since George Floyd was killed, and like millions of people worldwide I am still haunted by the horrible scene. In addition to our formal statement of... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Enhances EDI and Indigenous Leadership
June 9, 2020

Carleton Enhances EDI and Indigenous Leadership

Carleton Enhances EDI and Indigenous Leadership

Carleton University President Benoit-Antoine Bacon and Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Jerry Tomberlin are pleased to announce that three highly-respected Carleton leaders have accepted new roles and expanded responsibilities that will... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton Building More Pathways to Enhance Anti-Racism and Inclusion Efforts
June 8, 2020

Carleton Building More Pathways to Enhance Anti-Racism and Inclusion Efforts

Carleton Building More Pathways to Enhance Anti-Racism and Inclusion Efforts

As the continent struggles to come to terms with systemic racism, Carleton University has been accelerating its efforts to ensure that all members of the campus community feel welcome and... More

Photo for the news post: New Coordinated Accessibility Strategy Guides Carleton’s Commitment on Campus
June 4, 2020

New Coordinated Accessibility Strategy Guides Carleton’s Commitment on Campus

New Coordinated Accessibility Strategy Guides Carleton’s Commitment on Campus

More than a quarter of first-year students at Carleton self-identify as having a disability, and about 11 per cent have registered with the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities.... More

Photo for the news post: Kinàmàgawin Symposium Focuses on Indigenous Identity and Sovereignty
February 11, 2020

Kinàmàgawin Symposium Focuses on Indigenous Identity and Sovereignty

Kinàmàgawin Symposium Focuses on Indigenous Identity and Sovereignty

Carleton University’s first annual Kinàmàgawin Symposium focused on important issues rooted in Indigenous identity and sovereignty, many of which remain pressing concerns today, according to the event’s speakers and panelists.

Photo for the news post: Champions for Change Tackle Sexual Violence
August 12, 2019

Champions for Change Tackle Sexual Violence

Champions for Change Tackle Sexual Violence

Carleton University has launched a unique sexual consent training program for varsity athletes and coaches – Champions for Change – which considers them leaders and an important part of the... More

Photo for the news post: Climate Change Conversations Highlight African Scholars
May 10, 2019

Climate Change Conversations Highlight African Scholars

Climate Change Conversations Highlight African Scholars

African academics from Carleton University’s Queen Elizabeth Scholarship – Advanced Scholars Program highlighted the threats of climate change on their continent in a talk at Sunnyside Library on May 8,... More

Photo for the news post: The new war on gender studies
January 6, 2019

The new war on gender studies

The new war on gender studies

Recently, a bag thought to contain a bomb was left outside the National Secretariat for Gender Research in Gothenburg, Sweden. The dynamite-shaped device inside turned out to be a fake,... More

  • Equity and Inclusive Communities
  • 3800 Carleton Technology and Training Centre
  • Carleton University
  • 1125 Colonel By Drive
  • Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B6
  • Email: equity@carleton.ca
  • Phone: 613-520-2600 x5622
  • MapContact
Visit the Carleton University Homepage
  • Privacy Policies
  • Accessibility
  • © Copyright 2021