Benchmarking and data collection

• Completed a diversity and inclusion survey (2019) to benchmark and get feedback from employees about where we are and future priorities. 1/3 of BCAA employees participated in the survey.
• Streamlining and integrating data gathering to ensure more robust reporting.
• Signed on to Presidents Group with a commitment to support and report on accessibility metrics.

Accessibility

• Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF) awarded the BCAA Head Office location Gold Status, one of only 20 offices in B.C. Three other BCAA locations were awarded RHF Accessibility Certifications.
• In 2020, eligible BCAA employees will apply to get professional training for certification as Accessibility Assessors to strengthen BCAA’s ability to certify all our facilities.

Committees and training

• Formalized BCAA’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee (2019) to provide direction and feedback on our diversity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives.
• Provided unconscious bias training to all BCAA leaders (2019).
• Inclusive Leadership orientation for Executive and Senior teams is planned for Spring 2020, followed by employee training on unconscious bias and creating inclusive team environments.
• In 2020, launch Conversation Circles to provide support groups for various employee groups that express interest.

Recruitment and hiring

• Completed an audit of recruitment and hiring practices (2019).
• In 2020, partner with organizations to enhance recruitment pools, hiring of persons with disabilities, and provide training to all people leaders on inclusive hiring practices.