Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion

DEIA Pathways

The CCDI DEIA Pathways program offers curated tracks through vital DEIA topics. Designed to accommodate various learning styles, this program ensures learners not only grasp essential concepts but also have the opportunity to practice and apply skills effectively in real-world situations.

Track 1: DEIA Fundamentals

 

The CCDI DEIA Pathways program offers curated tracks through vital DEIA topics. Designed to accommodate various learning styles, this program ensures learners not only grasp essential concepts but also have the opportunity to practice and apply skills effectively in real-world situations. This course will cement the foundational knowledge and skills you need to champion and develop DEIA workplace initiatives.

 

This course will help you 

• Stay current on DEIA language and terminology

• Help you navigate a rapidly changing and diverse workforce

• Gain credentials and advance your career 

• Enhance talent acquisition and retention

• Learn how to build more diverse and inclusive teams

• Position yourself as a change maker by developing specific DEI expertise

 

TRACK OBJECTIVES

1. Develop an understanding of the role DEIA plays in your workplace
2. Identify and apply inclusive language practices that promote respect, equity and diversity, ensuring effective communication in various workplace contexts
3. Analyze the impact of identity and how the multiplicity of identity impacts an individual’s experience and workplace relationships
4. Evaluate the role of power dynamics on relationships, impact on DEIA initiatives and the health of a workplace environment
5. Define cultural humility and apply strategies in professional settings to foster inclusive interactions

REGISTRATION AND IMPORTANT DATES

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Registration deadlines

English track: April 3, 2026

French track: May 28, 2026

 

Course fee

$375 CAD Regular

 

Course dates

English: April 6 to May 15, 2026

French: June 1 – July 10, 2026

A Flexible and Self-paced delivery format

In addition to the set times of the live online classes and pre-recorded lectures, weekly activities and required reading can be completed on your own schedule. This allows you to self-pace coursework with your other commitments.

 

Delivery method and duration

  • Blended format online pre-recorded lectures + Live Online Classes
  • Part-time 6-week program includes:
  • Self-guided weekly activities and required reading.
  • 3 Pre-recorded lectures
  • 3 online, live classes.
    • The first 2 classes will be 2 hours long,
    • The final class will be 1 hour long
    • Certificate of participation and completion, and course transcript