Colbourne Institute for
Inclusive Leadership
Building inclusive spaces
Customized training in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and consulting for leaders
At the Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership, we develop solutions for leaders and strategies based on your goals and needs, while keeping equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at the forefront. We take a holistic approach, analyzing all aspects of your organization, because we know a one-size-fits-all solution isn’t sustainable. Our custom frameworks meet your unique situations and promote long-term learning and growth.
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Developing actionable plans
We create actionable and sustainable plans, while also providing the necessary tools and resources to ensure you can implement your EDI strategies.
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Backed by NorQuest College
We’ve developed collaborative relationships with subject matter experts at the College and within the community to offer a multidisciplinary approach for our services.
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Operating across Canada
We’ve helped clients across the country improve their EDI leadership competency, policies and practices, while working towards a pathway to building more inclusive spaces. This has given us the experience, data, and research necessary to provide effective EDI services across Canada.
EDI services in amiskwacîwâskahikan [Edmonton] and beyond
We undertake each new partnership with a solutions-focused and compassionate lens. We’re a judgement-free zone and operate by finding ways forward and encouraging growth and transformation. We will use data and evidence to inform our support, strategies, and action plans.
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Research
Evidence informs our content and approach. We can also partner on your applied research.
Results that transform workplaces and lives
Based on a LinkedIn survey, creating and maintaining EDI strategies and policies directly impacts recruitment efforts, employee contributions, and financial growth. When an organization creates a culture of inclusion, they not only improve their workplace and reputation, but they also improve the working environment for their team, so they can contribute in more meaningful ways.
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80%
of job seekers prefer to work for organizations that promote EDI values.
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87%
better decision-making among organizations with diverse teams.
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2.5X
higher cash flow per employee for diverse organizations.
We’ve helped clients across Canada
Our clients come to us with unique challenges and aspirational goals. As their trusted partners, we listen to their needs and goals and work with them to develop and implement their unique EDI strategies.
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The Colbourne Institute’s services have helped my organization to excel in the area of inclusive practices, and have improved employee moral by a huge margin.
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The Colbourne Institute team created an interactive and educational program that leveraged their industry experience along with education and direction for building and benchmarking a Diversity and Inclusion program. The team was focused on our needs and understanding our business to ensure success.
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[The Colbourne Institute has helped] Sherritt in assessing its current strengths and challenges in the area of diversity and inclusion (D&I). Over the past year, this work has helped Sherritt to move this discussion into concrete goals and priorities related to developing and sustaining an inclusive workplace Culture.
— Sherritt International Corporation
Our clients
Our team has worked with many innovative organizations, including Lethbridge College, Sherritt, NAIT, Alberta Medical Association, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Government of Alberta, Alberta Construction Safety Association, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute, and more.
Frequently asked questions
What does EDI stand for?
EDI stands for equity, diversity, and inclusion. It also means recognizing that we live in a settler colonial society that upholds systemic inequities against Indigenous people, Black people, people of colour, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and minority faith communities.How can EDI benefit my organization?
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategies guide organizations on their journey to becoming employers of choice. Research has shown that diverse and inclusive workforces improve both employee and team performance, stimulating meaningful collaborative work, which in turn increases a sense of belonging and ownership of the work at hand.
Actioning EDI also accelerates business outcomes leading to revenue growth by nurturing creativity and fostering innovation. While EDI helps organizations grow in various ways, we all benefit from creating inclusive spaces.
Do we really need an EDI strategy? What if my organization is already inclusive?
An EDI strategy supports organizations in intentional growth. At the CIIL, we’ll help you identify how much your current EDI initiatives are working and where opportunities for growth may exist. An EDI strategy will help create an actionable and outcome driven approach to ensuring that growth within your organization is continuous. You’ll also be able to measure your impact through an ouctcomes based approach.Behind the name
The Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership was formerly known as the Centre for Intercultural Education. However, in 2018, the Centre was given a remarkable gift to support its growth and broaden its mandate from Dr. S. Ann Colbourne, Chair of the NorQuest College Board of Governors at that time.
Because of her generosity, the Centre was renamed the Colbourne Institute of Inclusive Leadership in her honour.
Book a free 30-minute discovery consultation with our team.
Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1L6
How inclusive is your organization?
Inclusive organizations often experience lower staff turnover and higher profits. Discover how inclusive your organization is by completing our free assessment tool.