Canada Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the rich diversity of our country, reflect on the past and consider the way forward. Like so many, when I was a young child, my family immigrated to Canada to create a better life for us. While there were difficulties, we found Canada a welcoming country, and I feel fortunate to have been presented with so many opportunities.<\/p>\n
Fast forward to 2022, and there is no doubt that we have many challenges to face as business leaders. The global pandemic put a clear spotlight on the disparities in our communities and organizations.
\nWhile no one has all the answers, this is what I believe – as we build back our economy, as we tackle geopolitical forces, climate change and the future of the next generation, it is equally important to build back in a socially just and inclusive way. Every segment of our community deserves to be given the opportunities that my parents sought for me and we seek for our children.<\/p>\n
As leaders in the financial services sector, academia and government, we are well positioned to give everyone a voice, to celebrate our diversity and create inclusive and equitable work environments. I look forward to working with you as we build back our economy over the coming months and years.<\/p>\n
Happy Canada Day!<\/p>\n
Sonia Baxendale<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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