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Diversity, equity & inclusion

Our best work happens when we feel we belong.

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Fostering a culture of inclusion

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of everything we do. From our policies and practices to how we invest, to the way we serve our members and the employee-led initiatives across our global offices.

 

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Committed to building an inclusive workplace

We’re building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels comfortable bringing their true self to work and has confidence in knowing they have the same opportunities as everyone else. Inclusion is deeply embedded into everything we do. It’s one of our core values and a driving force toward paying pensions to teachers and shaping a better future for everyone.

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We draw strength from diversity of background and thought because we believe it improves decision making and leads to better outcomes. 

We are committed to equity in our processes and programs to ensure fair outcomes for every individual.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where our talent feels respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. 

As a member of the Pride ERG committee at Ontario Teachers’ and as an active member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I am so proud to work at an organization that is supportive and accepting of each and every employee. Inclusion is a value well enshrined at Ontario Teachers’, promoting a sense of employee safety and belonging.

Emily O’Donohue (she/her),
Director and Associate General Counsel

Our Employee Resource Groups

Our employee-led volunteer groups take the lead in facilitating candid conversations about issues that matter most. Bringing these issues to the forefront draws our people closer together. Education and empowerment make us better allies and better people.

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Able@Teachers’

All about abilities and supporting the mental and physical health of employees.

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Green@Teachers’

Igniting conversations about the environment and promoting sustainable operating practices.

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Multicultural@Teachers’

Exploring and celebrating cultural identities and what makes each of us unique.

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Pride@Teachers’

Celebrating, educating and raising awareness to support the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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Women@Teachers’

Promoting gender equity and allyship in the workplace.

Partnering to build an inclusive workplace

We partner year-round with organizations committed to connecting underrepresented talent and to foster an inclusive and equitable environment and experience for everyone at all stages in their career.

100 Women in Finance

Partnering to create networking opportunities for women in finance.

30% Club

Committed to having at least 30% Board gender diversity across all our public companies.

Access Employment

Providing opportunities to help job seekers from diverse backgrounds facing barriers to employment integrate into the Canadian job market.

Asians Without Borders

Partnering to help facilitate professional development opportunities in the Asian Pacific Canadian community.

Black North Initiative

Helping to end anti-Black systemic racism in the workplace and all aspects of our daily lives.

Catalyst

Creating and sustaining an inclusive workplace that works for women.

Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals

Committed to increasing the number of Black professionals and advancing black professionals into leadership roles.

CFA Institue

Partnering to promote the highest levels of ethics and expertise within the investment industry.

Girls in Tech

Helping to erase the gender gap in tech.

Girls Who Invest

Committed to promoting gender equity in the investment industry.

Indigenous Link

Partnering to help connect Indigenous Communities and People with organizations.

Indigenous Professionals Association of Canada (IPAC)

Partnering to help promote and support outstanding leadership within the Indigenous professional community.

Investor Leadership Network

Influencing and enhancing DEI progress across our portfolio companies.

Out Investors LGBT+ Network

Making the investment industry more welcoming for 2SLGBTQ+ professionals.

Pride at Work Canada

Deepening our commitment to being a truly inclusive workplace and cultivating a more diverse talent pool.

TRIEC

Providing opportunities for employees to mentor and help guide skilled immigrants to achieve their career aspirations.

Women in Capital Markets

Creating a more inclusive and diverse capital markets industry.

Campus partnerships

#10000 Black Interns

DeGroote Finance & Investment Council

University of Toronto Women in Computer Science

Western Capital Markets (Women in Finance)

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