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My husband believes I’m addicted to my iphone. And though I’d never admit he’s probably right….well, he’s probably right. With each scroll, swipe, like and comment a dopamine blast hits my biased brain. Dopamine is a hormone that affects our emotions and behaviors. It is often called the ‘feel good’ hormone often associated with triggers […]
Read MoreWhen Rachel was in Grade 6 she was reading at a Grade 1 level. She remembers her teachers saying what a sweet girl she was. Blonde, blue- eyed and always smiling she was eager to help fellow students in class. She had a reputation of being sweet yet slow. It was implied that she would […]
Read MoreWhat is the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation? Is wearing a sari to an Indian wedding you were invited to appropriation or appreciation? Is attending a mosque appropriation or appreciation? Is learning how to samba appropriation or appreciation? Like anything, context is critical in determining intention behind the meaning. If your intention is […]
Read MoreDid you know that there are minimally 14 different holidays between November and January? There’s Diwali- the Hindu Festival of Lights (though many, other than Hindus, celebrate Diwali). Hindus may decorate their homes with lights to celebrate. There’s Hanukkah- a Jewish celebration lasting eight nights including the lighting of the menorah. I still remember the […]
Read MoreDid you know that October is #DisabilityEmploymentAwareness month. When 22% ofCanadians have disabilities- both physical and intellectual- we need to take notice. Of those 22%of existing disabilities, 80% are invisible disabilities.Here are three inclusive hiring practices that employers can implement and the benefits thatcome.First, when employers offer accommodations during interviews ie. a keyboard for skillsassessment […]
Read MoreAffinity bias is a type of unconscious bias that impacts both our professional and personal lives, sometimes with repercussions. In the simplest terms, affinity bias is the tendency to gravitate towards those that reminds us of ourselves. It’s a natural tendency to feel most comfortable and at ease with those that share similar experiences, backgrounds, […]
Read MoreSo, we want to increase and diversify the talent pool. Great! Yet, many individuals will simply become their own human resource manager screening themselves out before they screen themselves in. Did you know that women statistically will only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the job requirements posted yet men will apply for […]
Read MoreAdmittedly, years ago I found the term ‘white privilege’ triggering. For me, the word came into theforefront with the death of George Floyd. I still remember receiving a phone call from a dear friend whowas in tears. She called me and said, “I’m so sorry” and I could hear her voice breaking. I rememberhearing her […]
Read MoreCan We Say Merry Christmas at the Workplace Anymore? During this time of year I always get asked about hosting Christmas parties in the workplace; decorating the workplace with stockings, Santa and putting candy canes out into candy dishes. I know too many parents who take offence to Winter Celebrations at school rather than seeing […]
Read MoreMy background lies in immigration and I hold two degrees. I also had a successful relocation and settlement company. I sit on two Boards. I began speaking professionally in 2008 and it’s my sole source of income. I am passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion and attendees who hear me speak comment on my authenticity. […]
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