Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy 2025-2026
We are excited to announce that Council has endorsed the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (the ‘EDI Strategy’), which outlines our key EDI priorities for the 2025-2026 timeline.

The EDI Strategy is a major milestone in our journey to create a community where everyone feels safe, respected and empowered to thrive. It will guide our efforts and commitment to making Brampton an inclusive, equitable and accessible community for all. The EDI Strategy will evolve to meet the changing needs of our staff and the community.

What the Strategy Aims to Do
At its core, the EDI Strategy is about removing barriers – both seen and unseen – and making space for all voices. It aligns with the Corporate Strategic Plan 2024 and Brampton 2024 Vision: Living the Mosaic.

It focuses on four key pillars:

Diverse and Equitable Workforce

We are focusing on building and retaining a diverse and fair staff base.

Community Engagement

We are focusing on engaging with our community to harness their voice for a stronger city.

Foster and Create a Culture of Belonging:

We are focusing on creating a working environment where our staff bring their uniqueness to work, feel welcome and have a say in the organisational culture.

Identify and Address Systemic Barriers

We are focusing on dismantling hurdles to fair and equitable access to opportunities and growth for our staff.

Why does Brampton need an EDI Strategy?

As one of the fastest growing big cities in Canada, Brampton is made up of diverse, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, ages, abilities and genders. The city is culturally rich, with more than 250 cultures speaking 171 languages, which create a beautiful mosaic.

The EDI Strategy, lays a foundation for:

creating a barrier-free community where residents and visitors are treated with dignity and respect
enhancing the inclusion of historically marginalized groups
articulating the needs of our residents and staff
create an organization where employees are valued for their diverse experiences and perspectives

Read Brampton’s EDI Strategy

Learn more about this foundational document and the clear goals, timelines and accountability measures in place to drive progress.

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Progress Report

As a companion to the EDI Strategy, the Equity Office’s Progress Report is being shared. This document highlights the community outreach, events, public education and deliverables accomplished to the end of 2024.

The Equity Office was established in December 2020 with the mission of embedding equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the City of Brampton’s corporate policies, programs and services. The Progress Report highlights EDI milestones and progress made by the Equity Office since its inception to the end of 2024. The Progress Report also sets the stage for the strategic priorities of 2025 and beyond.

Read the Equity Office’s Progress Report

Learn more about the work done to date and reflect on the tangible steps taken to address systemic barriers, amplify underrepresented voices and foster a culture of belonging across the city.