JOIN US AT UNCONFERENCE 2025

 

The highly-anticipated interactive DEIA event

Experience the most immersive and collaborative conference on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) where we provide space to dive deeper into the complex ways identities intersect and explore strategies for fostering inclusivity. CCDI UnConference 2025 is a must for those passionate about DEIA seeking interactive workshops, experiential learning, and valuable networking opportunities. 

 

Weaving intersectionality and belonging into DEIA

In a world where identities intersect in complex ways, the need for comprehensive diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) initiatives has never been more critical. Yet, many organizations opt for one-size-fits-all approaches that overlook the full breadth of individual experiences. Employees are often viewed through a single lens—race, gender, or ability—rather than recognized as the multifaceted individuals they are. Embedding intersectionality into your organizational culture can ensure that each person feels seen for their unique identities, experiences, and contributions—enabling them to thrive. 

Be part of a transformative experience at CCDI UnConference 2025 for two half-days of learning and unlearning—as we focus on integrating intersectionality and belonging into our organizational fabric, and strengthening our collective knowledge, connections, and opportunities for innovation. 

CCDI UnConference 2025 will take place March 5 and 6, 2025

Registration opens in December 2024. 

 

Sponsor this impactful initiative!

For over ten years, CCDI UnConference has consistently delivered opportunities for learning and growth. This year, we’ll be doing the same with a special focus on helping organizations turn knowledge into action so that they can create a more inclusive and equitable Canada throughout 2025 and beyond. 

Interested in becoming an official CCDI UnConference 2025 sponsor? Please review our sponsorship brochure or contact:

Jassmin Nicoloff
Manager, Business Development
416-968-6520 x719
jassmin.nicoloff@ccdi.ca

 

Past CCDI UnConference presenters

  • The Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada 
  • The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, former Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion 
  • Mark Tewksbury, Vice President of the Canadian Olympic Committee 
  • Sally Milne, Woodland Cree Elder and Birch Bark Biting artist 
  • Craig Wellington, Executive Director, Black Opportunity Fund 
  • Elissa Strome, Executive Director, Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy, CIFAR 
  • Jade Psutka, Senior Manager, Indigenous Enablement & Recruitment KPMG 
  • Jake Stika, Executive Director, Next Gen Men 
  • Mohammed Hashim, Executive Director, Canadian Race Relations Foundation 
  • Kory Wilson, Kwakwaka’wakw, Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships, British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) 

 

Past CCDI UnConference sponsors

  • Amazon Canada
  • Canadian Council of Public Relations Firms
  • Best Buy
  • Business Development Bank of Canada
  • Canadian Race Relations Foundation
  • Enable
  • Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
  • Lemay
  • LifeLabs
  • N-Able
  • Purolator
  • Randstad Canada
  • Raymond James
  • Roche
  • Rogers
  • Roots Canada
  • Royal Roads University
  • Samsung Canada
  • Schneider Electric
  • Staples Canada
  • Torkin | Manes LLP