resources
Enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion
This final report, Enhancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Canadian Forest Sector, presents research findings on the experiences and diversity of underrepresented groups within Canada's forest sector, focusing on opportunities, barriers, challenges and recommendations for action.
Free to Grow in Forestry Certification program
Highly interactive, mobile-friendly online training courses comprised of four empowering modules: Introduction, Allyship in Action, Inclusive Leadership, and Overcoming Resistance to DEI.
Taking Action on Gender Equity
This final report for Phase 1 of the Free to Grow in Forestry, Taking Action on Gender Equity in Canada’s Forest Sector, describes the outcomes and resources developed through the initiative and charts a path forward for the forest sector, becoming a leader for other sectors to follow and leading the change on gender equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Plan to Eliminate Resistance
This plan to eliminate resistance is designed for any leader/change agent in an organization seeking to reduce the amount of disruption caused by individuals who are reluctant to accept actions designed to create gender diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
10 Principles For Gender Equity
inclusive leadership report
This report aims to create a culture of empowerment, accountability and belonging by positioning for success, walking through employee life-cycle and tying in the supply chain.
indigenous women’s leadership
The Indigenous Women’s Leadership in the Forest Sector Report profiles the accomplishments of Indigenous women in the forest sector, aiming to shed a different light on their contributions thereby increasing appreciation of Indigenous women’s roles in the sector.
evidence on diversity
The Evidence on Diversity in Canada’s Forest Sector report is part of a Canada-wide effort to promote diversity in the forest sector workforce. While it is generally recognised that women, Indigenous people, and immigrants are underrepresented in the forest sector (and in other sectors), the extent of this lack of representation has not been well documented. We examine past progress and the current situation to better understand the challenges we face.
Interviews with Women in Forestry
The Preliminary Report: Interviews with Women in Forestry summarizes the preliminary findings from interviews conducted with 25 women working in the forestry sector, focusing on five areas: (1) identifying challenges and barriers women experience in the field; (2) factors and forces helping women navigate these barriers; (3) advice to young women seeking entry into the field; (4) what they love about their work; and (5) their advice for the gender equity action plan.
Allies toolkit Getting into team
Getting into Team - Leveraging Power & Privilege is an allies toolkit that walks through what an ally is, the various roles allies can play and provides both individual and corporate strategies to becoming an effective ally.
Declaration of Intent
September 2022
We are excited to share the 'Declaration of Intent' for Phase 2 of the Free to Grow in Forestry initiative.
Thanking all of the participating organizations for their leadership in helping to transform the forest sector to be more diverse and inclusive. The depth and breadth of commitment from across the country is amazing! Together, we are moving #ForestryForward.
Read the full Declaration by clicking the button below.
Free to Grow Podcast
. Join the Canadian Institute of Forestry and the Centre for Social Intelligence as we hear from a variety of experts, individuals, and organizations across the forest sector sharing their stories and experiences on inclusion and diversity in forestry.
past events
We’re always eager and grateful for opportunities to spread the word about the importance of DEI in the forest sector. Check out the past events below that FTG has participated in to help move #ForestryForward:
March 7, 2023: Free to Lead: Empowering the Forest Sector to Take Action on DEI
March 7, 2023: Panel discussion: The secret weapon to success on DEI
March 8, 2022: Free to Grow in Forestry – From Action to Traction
March 9, 2021: Free to Grow Initiative: An update on Canada’s Gender Equity in Forestry National Action Plan
March 5, 2021: Advancing Equity & Diversity in Canada's Forest Sector
newsletter
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Additional resources
PDFs
A Guide to Green Jobs in Canada: Voices of Indigenous Professionals
Guide des emplois verts au Canada – Voix des professionnels Autochtones
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