Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Question 1

define reconciliation

Answer 1

restoring friendly relations with Indigenous peoples are rebuilding relationships while acknowledging the impacts of colonization

Question 2

define equity

Answer 2

fair treatment so that everyone gets what they need

Question 3

how is equality different from equity?

Answer 3

equality means everyone gets the same treatment

equity means everyone gets the treatment they need to succeed

Question 4

define diversity

Answer 4

all the ways we are different

Question 5

define inclusion

Answer 5

strategies and frameworks to make diversity work

Question 6

what is intersectionality

Answer 6

intersecting identities that may lead to overlapping discrimination

Question 7

define colonialism

Answer 7

the complete domination of one territory over another

Question 8

what was the indian act?

Answer 8

meant to control and assimilate indigenous peoples
(e.g. determined status, reservations, banned ceremonies)

Question 9

what was the mission of the IRS system?

Answer 9

to assimilate and convert indigenous children into Christianity and a western way of thinking/living

“the indian problem”

Question 10

when did the last residential school close?

Answer 10

1996

Question 11

what are the three elements of call 92 for corporate canada?

Answer 11

1. meaningful consultation and informed consent of indigenous people prior to development projects
2. equitable access to jobs and indigenous people gain long-term benefits from economic development projects
3. education on history of indigenous people/colonization/UNDRIP

Question 12

what is the main goal/purpose of UNDRIP?

Answer 12

outlines self-governance, self-determination, outlines existing rights and outlaws discrimination

Question 13

when was UNDRIP created?

Answer 13

2007

Question 14

what does section 35 of the constitution state?

Answer 14

that existing treaty rights are affirmed and upheld, including land claims

Question 15

what are the 5 stages of DEI maturity?

Answer 15

1. aware
2. compliant
3. tactical
4. integrated
5. sustainable

Question 16

describe the “aware” stage

Answer 16

• begins with a trigger
• desire for change is sparked

Question 17

describe the “compliant” stage

Answer 17

• doing it because you have to
• leaders MUST be committed to move out of this stage

Question 18

describe the “tactical” stage

Answer 18

• engaged in DEI initiatives
• unbalanced and unstable

Question 19

describe the “integrated” stage

Answer 19

• DEI part of the organization
• must be willing to adapt and re-evaluate

Question 20

describe the “sustainable” stage

Answer 20

• best in class
• remain strong over time despite trials and change in organization