The labour movement has played a critical role in fighting injustice and inequity here in Ontario and around the world. We believe that work needs to continue to help foster an equitable, barrier-free society where we ensure everyone can reach their fullest potential.
In our union
AMAPCEO Equity Statement
AMAPCEO members, volunteers, and staff commit to eliminating discriminatory, exclusive, and racist behaviour, policies, or practices that prevent or undermine the full and equitable participation of all union members.
Together we will work to build a culture in which anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, equity, and safety are fundamental and we will:
- Respect each member equally;
- Ensure a diversity of voices are heard;
- Listen with intent;
- Speak with purpose;
- Be accountable, hold others accountable;
- Ask questions, be curious, engage with other members;
- Collaborate; and
- Allow disagreements, but work through them with care and kindness.
AMAPCEO equity initiatives at a glance
A volunteer body that provides important analysis and advice on equity and diversity issues within the union.
A model designed to create a space for demographically and culturally similar AMAPCEO members to build community, support other members, and provide alternative routes into activist roles for under-represented equity groups.
A practical tool to support our efforts to be consistent and deliberate in moving equity and inclusion forward in in our member engagement and services, through our volunteers and staff, to the benefit of our union and workplaces.
The first official document published by AMAPCEO that explicitly aims to define AMAPCEO’s anti-racism stance and anti-racism goals, and explain how we will educate and engage AMAPCEO members, activists, and leaders to become anti-racism champions.
A list of the equity and social justice dates to bring awareness into the workplace recognized by AMAPCEO.
Our online course, "Equity and Inclusion: Activate Your Power," provides information about the principles of equity and how we apply them within our union. This online course is available to all signed members through our Course Catalogue (sign-in required).
In the workplace and beyond
As a union, we believe in advancing fairness and equity for ourselves and for all workers.
At the bargaining table, through our dispute resolution process, and in our communities, we defend, negotiate, and advocate for:
- strong employment standards,
- pay equity,
- workplace accommodation,
- the elimination of harassment and grounds-based discrimination, and
- more.
