Diversity Equity and Inclusion at ErinoakKids

ErinoakKids proudly serves families living in Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton and Orangeville – some of the country’s most diverse communities.

We celebrate an inclusive environment which welcomes and respects the differences of our clients and their families, employees, volunteers and community partners.

Our focus on ensuring an integrated approach to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace means we incorporate meaningful practices, policies and processes in all aspects of the work we do. We value the unique background, experiences, skills and talent of our staff – all of which help us to be more creative, innovative, and continuously improve the care and the client family experience.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee fosters a culture reflective of, and accessible to the communities we serve. Our purpose is to create an environment where every individual feels valued and respected, where everyone belongs. The DEI Committee will provide support in the development and implementation of DEI initiatives, and act as an ongoing forum for consultation, feedback, recommendations and leadership on matters of DEI.

ErinoakKids is proud to be an Employer Partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI), who provide educational and training resources to support ongoing efforts to deliver and enhance diversity and inclusion initiatives.

DEI Mission Statement:
To foster a culture that promotes continuous education, awareness, respect, equity and inclusiveness for our clients, families, staff, volunteers and community partners.

Hiring Practices

Through our hiring practices, we strive to build a workforce that is reflective of the diverse client population and communities we serve. We embrace and appreciate the unique differences, life experiences, knowledge, talent, capabilities and perspectives that our employees bring to their work and that contributes to our culture, reputation and achievements. Our differences unite and inspire us to work together to support our mission to help children and youth with physical, developmental and communication disabilities achieve optimal levels of independence, learning, health and well-being.

ErinoakKids is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants’ with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Applicants who require accommodations for disabilities or other specific grounds need to make their needs known in advance to Human Resources.