HRPA Meeting Details

Feminuity will walk through HRPA’s IDEA strategy in action, offering a real-world case study on building resilient IDEA initiatives.

Recent U.S. policy shifts affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have led to questions about their impact on Canadian businesses. To help cut through the noise for Canadian HR leaders on what’s changing and what remains the same, the HRPA has partnered with Feminuity to provide their insights. 

According to Feminuity, for businesses operating in both Canada and the U.S., clear distinctions should be made between Canadian and U.S. DEI policies. Canadian HR professionals should ensure that DEI policies align with Canadian equity and employment laws, including the federal Employment Equity Act and applicable human rights legislation in each province. Organizations with U.S. operations should ensure their U.S. policies comply with evolving federal and state DEI regulations.  Ensuring that employees and leaders understand which policies apply in each jurisdiction will help mitigate risk and prevent misalignment. 

As the DEI legal and policy landscapes continue to evolve, Canadian HR leaders should stay ahead by monitoring developments in both Canada and the U.S. to navigate these changes. Legal challenges and regulatory scrutiny of DEI policies have increased in the U.S., making it critical for organizations—especially those with cross-border operations—to review their policies for compliance with both U.S. federal and state laws. 

With that in mind, the HRPA is providing a free webinar led by Feminuity to provide insights and practical guidance to help HR professionals navigate the new landscape. At the HRPA, our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) strategy is fully integrated as a foundational part of how we operate, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to IDEA.