Newsletter December 2021

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Dec. 9, 6PM: Community Benefits: Working with Employers, Contractors and Sub-contractors

Join the webinar for a discussion with industry stakeholders who will be sharing more about the construction sector ecosystem and their role in supporting workforce development pathways for underrepresented groups into good jobs and careers in the construction industry.

 

The Building Diversity Awards 2022 have officially launched and we'd love you to be part of it. We're looking for sponsors and nominations please click here for more details. Interested in sponsoring the Awards? Email [email protected] to schedule a consultation to learn how your construction organization can find qualified workers and build equity on your team.

   

Thanks also to those of you that attended our session in the program. We had a great time had many great conversations and our booth, built by our own participants, was the hit of the show. We'll be back next year for sure.

 

If you missed the webinar in our series please take a moment and watch our highlight reel. We've captured some of the poignant moments from amazing panel of international experts

 

DERAILED: THE HISTORY OF BLACK RAILWAY PORTERS IN CANADA

Hear how this group of workers disrupted the system. Join the Labour Council in partnership with 

Myseum of Toronto for "Derailed: The History of Black Railway Porters in Canada." Hear President Andria Babbington, author Cecil Foster, and John Cartwright in conversation as we explore the history and lived experiences of Black Railway Porters and their fight for equality on and off the tracks.

Get your free virtual ticket now.

WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 8, 7-8:30 pm

WHERE: Online (registration required)

 

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