Service Providers & Resources
These resources are accurate and up to date as of 2024
This page contains a set of resources to support organizations in accomplishing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work and making change within their businesses. These resources range from free, to lower cost, to full-service cost. The goal of providing these resources is to ensure every organization has the path forward to begin DEI work if they so choose, regardless of their resources.
Free & Reduced-Price: Services and Resources
These services and resources are designed to support those who are unable to fund “full-service” custom DEI work from a consultancy or other agency.
Considering all the tough realities and difficult budgets of owning a small business, making a significant investment in training and education isn’t always easy. This list of resources and services is designed to get you started on your journey in a more affordable capacity.
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Inclusive HR Toolkit and other educational resources.
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Talent sourcing, strategy development, organizational assessments
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Inclusive surveys, equitable compensation, measuring DEI Maturity
https://www.paradigmiq.com/blog/the-latest-free-dei-resources-from-paradigm/
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Power to Fly
Foundational DEI resources; links to online training workshops
https://powertofly.com/up/free-diversity-and-inclusion-training-materials
The Canadian Diversity Initiative
A suite of training courses on various DEI topics
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Developing DEI in organizations
Funding Support Services
These are grant programs available through the federal government and the provincial government to help support staff education and the advancement of equity-deserving groups. These programs almost always require an application and/or proposal process.
These programs are available as of 2024 and are not an exhaustive list. Government funding programs often change and adjust to market need, so be sure to research local grants and programs available if you are interested in this style of support.
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The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) provides funding for projects that make Canadian communities and workplaces more accessible for persons with disabilities.
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Eligible organizations with common labour market needs can get funding to support workforce initiatives.
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Workforce Strategies grants support organizations with innovative solutions that will help Albertans develop new skills and assist employers and industry to grow their workforce.
Full-Service Providers
These full-service providers offer a range of services including audits, assessments, research, training and education. These providers are trusted experts in their field and range in scope from international work to domestic Canadian work, to Albera-wide, to Bow Valley specific. We know one of these excellent providers can support you in whatever your needs are.
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Bow Valley DEI offers local, relevant, empathetic diversity, equity, and inclusion training for Banff, Canmore, Jasper, and the Rocky Mountain Region. We specialize in the unique needs and circumstances of hospitality and mountain culture in tourism economies.the best version of themselves, they contribute their best.
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AREA OF FOCUS: DEI Overall
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Canadian Equality Consulting (CEC) builds diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations where everyone can thrive. Wherever you’re at in your diversity, equity and inclusion journey, CEC is here to help you move the dial. We meet you where you’re at, walk alongside you and build your internal DEI capacity to successfully transform your workplace culture and sustain DEI for the long run.
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AREA OF FOCUS: DEI Overall
CATEGORY: Organizational Assessments & Audits; Training & Education -
Centre for Sexuality normalizes sexuality and sexual health in Alberta and across Canada by providing evidence-informed, non-judgmental sexual health programs and services. Our work is community-based, prevention-focused, and nationally recognized.
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AREA OF FOCUS: 2SLGBTQIA+
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Included by Design specializes in creating accessibility solutions for both new build projects and existing spaces. Our team is dedicated to implementing strategies that go beyond regulatory compliance, aiming to make spaces truly inclusive and beneficial for all stakeholders.
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AREA OF FOCUS: Disability
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We help people work effectively with Indigenous Peoples through our training and free resources.
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AREA OF FOCUS: Indigeneity
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Indigenous Tourism Alberta’s (ITA) Cultural Awareness Workshops are aimed to help those working in the tourism industry broaden their understanding of Indigenous peoples, land and Indigenous tourism.
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AREA OF FOCUS: Indigeneity
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The Queer Education Foundation offers diversity and inclusion training on an intersectional basis, focusing on the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
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AREA OF FOCUS: 2SLGBTQIA+
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Scale Naturally helps mission-driven businesses and organizations thrive by tapping into and developing their greatest asset: the unique potential inherent within themselves, their leaders, and their teams.
This work is grounded in Natural Design, a powerful tool and proprietary framework that reveals the unique essence within us all. Fia-Lynn’s work is guided by one simple truth: when people are allowed to be the best version of themselves, they contribute their best.
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AREA OF FOCUS: DEI Overall
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Untapped Accessibility works with organizations to deliver accessibility that reaches beyond compliance to create truly inclusive organizations for all. From strategy development to community consultation and accessible communications design, let UA’s team of accessibility consultants enhance your capacity.
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AREA OF FOCUS: Disability
CATEGORY: Training and Education; Accessibility Audits
