Together, we can create a brighter future.

As an organization, BGC Ottawa is committed to embracing diversity and promoting equity and inclusion in order to create a welcoming, bias-free environment for all. This process is a journey as we open our minds and grow our knowledge in servitude that is mindful, anti-racist and inclusive of all. We are motivated by the passion to provide a safe, welcoming and enriching space where the children and youth we serve can learn and flourish.

BGC Ottawa’s commitment through its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion / Anti-Black Racism (EDI/ABR) Action Plan is a clear statement and intention to do better for our children, youth, families, staff and community. We strive to create an organizational culture that is safe, accepting and inclusive, in which individuals are treated with respect and dignity, regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or different abilities.

We observe a moment of silence to honour those who have led lives of service; those who have stood up for social and economic justice, have sacrificed so that we may be here, have confronted and dismantled oppressive practices and institutions and have built affirming and equitable examples to inspire us all.

You who stood against economic exploitation, homophobia, racism, gender discrimination, religious bigotry and other oppressive forces; we stand on your sturdy, courageous shoulders.

We thank you. We honour you.

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