Gender equity and diversity have been increasing priorities for most companies over the past few decades. Research shows that greater gender balance and diversity drive better business results, more innovation and higher employee retention. A diverse workforce also has broader positive societal impacts by leading to economic growth.
The Equity & Diversity Collaborative is a consortium of healthcare and life sciences companies dedicated to driving gender equity and diversity.
Together, Collaborative members commit to taking an active role in defining strategies, measuring performance, creating change and inspiring others.
Indigenous Peoples are underrepresented in knowledge industries like the life sciences, and the representation of POC declines as they move past entry-level positions in companies.
A 19% gender pay gap exists in Ontario in the Life Sciences.
Gender and ethnically diverse organizations are 25% and 36% more likely to outperform on profitability.
To achieve a 50% gender-parity ratio and a 30% representation of other under-represented groups, including racialized persons, people living with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community at all levels of organizations and on Canadian board(s).
Thank you to our bold and committed life sciences leaders who are committed to making changes in their organizations to help close the gaps of diversity and gender disparity in the workplace.
of members surveyed reported receiving good or significant value from their participation
of Collaborative members surveyed diversified recruitment channels
Collaborative members represent a total workforce of
Employees
Cross-company learning and collaboration was identified as
value driver
Six Collborative companies completed bias training for between
of their workforce
Broadened
and aligned efforts across the sector by establishing the Inclusive Life Sciences Collaboration
There is still a long way to go to achieve our goals. Still, within its first year, the EDC made progress in accelerating and creating change in the member organizations and across the sector.
2022 Priorities
Build strategic operations to drive equity, diversity and inclusion.
Improve organizations demographic data collection.
Explore the following resources available including the equity and diversity strategic charter, sector profiles, support programs, incentives and more.
On January 16th, Christina Kakaflikas, Director of Economic Development provided an update to the City’s Budget Committee with respect to
The City of Mississauga is pleased to announce the selection of Christina Kakaflikas as the new Director of the City’s
The City’s Economic Development Office continues to strive to be inclusive and provide ethical and equitable services that incorporate the
Search through the latest news and initiatives from our supporting partners and Collaborative members that support equity, diversity and inclusion in Mississauga’s life sciences sector.
The City of Mississauga is the second-largest life sciences hub in Canada with, more than 470 life sciences companies employing over 25,000 people. The City is the only Canadian municipality to have a Life Sciences Cluster Strategy focused one stablishing it as a leading, world-class life sciences hub. Mississauga successfully achieves this goal through strong advocacy for the sector, promotional campaigns to increase awareness of the City’s strengths, and facilitation of connections that lead to better business opportunities and results for its companies.
As part of the global nonprofit organization, HBA Canada was established in 2019 to elevate women into leadership positions and impact the future of healthcare in Canada. HBA Canada accomplishes its mission through strong business networks, education and leadership development and global recognition of outstanding individuals and companies.
