BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250410T170000Z DTEND:20250410T183000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Creating Inclusive Cultures for Recruiting and Hiring Indigenous People DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong? A place where culture is celebrated\, voices are heard\, and people can show up as their whole selves? This isn't just a lofty goal for small and midsize businesses and HR professionals it's a crucial step toward building equitable\, innovative\, and future-ready workplaces.\n\n \n\nThis interactive virtual workshop will take you on a learning journey\, focusing on how to foster inclusive cultures that actively recruit\, hire\, and retain Indigenous talent. We'll unpack the layers of cultural awareness\, allyship\, and psychological safety\, but don't worry\, this isn't a lecture. It's a call to action sprinkled with stories\, practical steps\, and moments of personal connection that might leave your coffee cold (because you'll be too engrossed to take a sip). \n\n \n\nDid you know that nearly 30% of Indigenous people in Canada report a lack of inclusivity in hiring as a barrier to employment? Imagine the untapped potential and perspectives we're missing because of systemic hurdles. This workshop helps you remove those barriers\, starting right in your workplace. \n\n \n\nHere's what you'll gain:\n\nCultural Awareness: Learn how to honour and respect Indigenous peoples' diverse histories\, traditions\, and experiences in Canada. \n\nAllyship in Action: Go beyond the buzzword embrace actionable strategies to support Indigenous employees as allies in the truest sense. \n\nBuilt-in Psychological Safety: Understand how to create an environment where employees feel empowered to share their ideas and concerns without fear. \n\nA Feedback Loop for Growth: Design a workplace culture that values continuous learning and accountability\, ensuring all staff can thrive and grow. \n\nInclusive Hiring Practices: Find out how to connect with Indigenous candidates and make the recruitment process welcoming.\n\n \n\nThrough real-world examples\, engaging discussions\, and self-reflection\, you will walk away with actionable ideas for building more than just a workplace you will create a community.\n\nThis isn't about ticking diversity-and-inclusion boxes. It's about leading with humanity and care while helping your organization attract the best talent\, regardless of background. \n\n \n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nHR professionals who want to create meaningful\, lasting change in their recruitment and retention frameworks. \n\nSmall to midsize business leaders who understand the competitive advantage of an inclusive\, innovative workforce. \n\nTake the first step in creating a culture that welcomes all stories\, perspectives\, and identities. Together\, we can ensure that your workplace isn't just a part of the conversation it's the standard for inclusive excellence. \n\nSpots are limited. Reserve yours now and be part of the change. \n\n"When we share our stories with each other... we recognize our kinship and we change the world\, one story at a time." - Richard Wagamese\n\n \n\nReference \n\nGovernment of Canada. Barriers to Indigenous Recruitment and Retention in the Federal Public Service. Public Service Commission of Canada. Accessed October 25\, 2023. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/publications/open-info/barriers-to-indigenous-recruitment.html.\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\nDate: Thursday\, April 10\n\nTime: 10:00am - 11:30am\n\nZoom meeting\n\nTickets: BBOT members Complementary\n\n Non- members $15\n\nRegister: Call 604-412-0100\, email us or sign up online.\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenter:\n\n\n\n \n\nJonathan Evans\n\nAdvisor\, Indigenous Initiatives\, BCIT\n\nJonathan has worked and lived in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside for over two decades as an accomplice in Truth & Reconciliation. He has coached Indigenous professionals and students in life\, leadership\, and career advancement. Helping students connect with their inherent strengths\, culture\, and passions is an honour that he looks forward to every day.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Diversity\, Inclusion and Equity Business Program\n\n\n\nThank you to our Platinum Partner:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Gold Partners: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

\nWhat does it mean to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong? A place where culture is celebrated\, voices are heard\, and people can show up as their whole selves? This isn'\;t just a lofty goal for small and midsize businesses and HR professionals&mdash\;it&rsquo\;s a crucial step toward building equitable\, innovative\, and future-ready workplaces.
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\nThis interactive virtual workshop will take you on a learning journey\, focusing on how to foster inclusive cultures that actively recruit\, hire\, and retain Indigenous talent. We&rsquo\;ll unpack the layers of cultural awareness\, allyship\, and psychological safety\, but don&rsquo\;t worry\, this isn&rsquo\;t a lecture. It&rsquo\;s a call to action sprinkled with stories\, practical steps\, and moments of personal connection that might leave your coffee cold (because you&rsquo\;ll be too engrossed to take a sip). \;
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\nDid you know that nearly 30% of Indigenous people in Canada report a lack of inclusivity in hiring as a barrier to employment? Imagine the untapped potential and perspectives we&rsquo\;re missing because of systemic hurdles. This workshop helps you remove those barriers\, starting right in your workplace.  \;
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\nHere&rsquo\;s what you&rsquo\;ll gain:
\nCultural Awareness: Learn how to honour and respect Indigenous peoples'\; diverse histories\, traditions\, and experiences in Canada.  \;
\nAllyship in Action: Go beyond the buzzword&mdash\;embrace actionable strategies to support Indigenous employees as allies in the truest sense.  \;
\nBuilt-in Psychological Safety: Understand how to create an environment where employees feel empowered to share their ideas and concerns without fear.  \;
\nA Feedback Loop for Growth: Design a workplace culture that values continuous learning and accountability\, ensuring all staff can thrive and grow.  \;
\nInclusive Hiring Practices: Find out how to connect with Indigenous candidates and make the recruitment process welcoming.
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\nThrough real-world examples\, engaging discussions\, and self-reflection\, you will walk away with actionable ideas for building more than just a workplace&mdash\;you will create a community.
\nThis isn&rsquo\;t about ticking diversity-and-inclusion boxes. It&rsquo\;s about leading with humanity and care while helping your organization attract the best talent\, regardless of background.  \;
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\nWho Should Attend:
\nHR professionals who want to create meaningful\, lasting change in their recruitment and retention frameworks.  \;
\nSmall to midsize business leaders who understand the competitive advantage of an inclusive\, innovative workforce.  \;
\nTake the first step in creating a culture that welcomes all stories\, perspectives\, and identities. Together\, we can ensure that your workplace isn&rsquo\;t just a part of the conversation&mdash\;it&rsquo\;s the standard for inclusive excellence.  \;
\nSpots are limited. Reserve yours now and be part of the change.  \;
\n&ldquo\;When we share our stories with each other... we recognize our kinship &ndash\; and we change the world\, one story at a time.&rdquo\;  \;- Richard Wagamese
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\nReference  \;
\nGovernment of Canada. Barriers to Indigenous Recruitment and Retention in the Federal Public Service. Public Service Commission of Canada. Accessed October 25\, 2023. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/publications/open-info/barriers-to-indigenous-recruitment.html.
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\nEvent Details:
\nDate: \;Thursday\, April 10
\nTime: \;10:00am - 11:30am
\nZoom meeting
\nTickets: \;BBOT members \; \; \; \;Complementary
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\nRegister: Call 604-412-0100\, \;email us \;or \;sign up online.
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\nMeet the Presenter:
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Jonathan Evans

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Advisor\, Indigenous Initiatives\, BCIT

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Jonathan has worked and lived in Vancouver&rsquo\;s Downtown Eastside for over two decades as an accomplice in Truth &\; Reconciliation. He has coached Indigenous professionals and students in life\, leadership\, and career advancement. Helping students connect with their inherent strengths\, culture\, and passions is an honour that he looks forward to every day.

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