Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Policy
Confidion Consulting & Technologies Inc.
Effective Date: September 2026
Applies To: All employees, contractors, management, and directors
1. Purpose
Confidion Consulting & Technologies Inc. (“Confidion”) is committed to providing a workplace that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect.
We believe that individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities strengthen our organization and contribute to better decision-making, innovation, and service to our clients.
2. Our Commitment
Confidion is committed to providing equal opportunities in recruitment, employment, compensation, professional development, and advancement.
Employment-related decisions will be based on legitimate business requirements, qualifications, skills, experience, and performance, without discrimination based on characteristics protected under applicable human rights legislation.
This includes, but is not limited to, race, colour, ethnicity, national or Indigenous origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital or family status, physical or mental disability, and other protected characteristics.
3. Diversity and Inclusion
Confidion seeks to create an environment in which employees and contractors are respected, supported, and able to contribute fully to the organization.
Where practical, Confidion will:
- Encourage diverse candidates to apply for employment and contracting opportunities.
- Provide equitable access to employment, professional development, and advancement opportunities.
- Support the inclusion and participation of persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, and other historically underrepresented groups.
- Provide reasonable workplace accommodations in accordance with applicable legislation.
- Identify and address unnecessary barriers within our workplace practices and processes.
- Promote respectful communication and collaboration among individuals with different backgrounds and perspectives.
4. Indigenous Participation
Confidion recognizes the importance of Indigenous participation in Canada’s economy and technology sector.
Where appropriate and practical, Confidion will seek opportunities to build relationships with Indigenous businesses, professionals, communities, and organizations, including opportunities for employment, subcontracting, partnerships, procurement, and professional collaboration.
5. Respectful Workplace
Discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, or retaliation based on a protected characteristic or an individual’s background will not be tolerated.
Employees, contractors, and management are expected to treat one another, clients, partners, suppliers, and members of the public professionally and respectfully.
Concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate workplace conduct may be raised with management and will be addressed promptly, fairly, and confidentially to the extent reasonably possible.
6. Accommodation and Accessibility
Confidion will make reasonable efforts to accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities and other accommodation needs protected under applicable human rights legislation, up to the point of undue hardship.
We will also consider accessibility when developing workplace practices, technology, communications, and employment processes.
7. Responsibilities
All employees, contractors, managers, and directors share responsibility for maintaining an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Management is responsible for supporting this policy, responding appropriately to concerns, and considering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility when making workplace decisions.
8. Continuous Improvement
Confidion recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are ongoing commitments. As the company grows, we will periodically review our practices and this policy to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure they remain appropriate for our organization and consistent with applicable legislation.
9. Policy Review
This policy will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary to reflect changes in the organization, applicable legislation, and recognized workplace practices.
Approved by: Management, Confidion Consulting & Technologies Inc.
Effective: September 2026