Diversity – the psychological, physical, and social differences that occur among any and all individuals. 

Anti–Racism – the active process of identifying, challenging, and combating racism, prejudice, discrimination, and the systemic inequalities that perpetuate racial oppression. 

Equity Seeking – groups of equity deserving people who are actively working, directly or indirectly, consciously or unconsciously on attaining economic, political, and social fairness. 

Equity Deserving – the identity group to which a person belongs is deserving of being treated in a just manner where their identity factor(s) do not hinder their circumstances, access to services, supports, and opportunities. 

Indigenous Identities – Indigenous people identify as being descended from the Original Peoples of what is currently known as Canada. Indigenous peoples include people who may identify as; First Nations (status and non-status), Métis, Inuit. 

Racism – beliefs, practices, behaviors, or policies that discriminate against or marginalize individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity. 

Inclusion – an environment in which all people are respected equitably and have access to the same opportunities. 

Sexual Orientation – A person’s identity in relation to the gender or genders to which they are sexually/romantically attracted; the fact of being heterosexual, homosexual, etc.  

LGBTQ+ – One of a number of acronyms used to encompass a wide spectrum of gender and sexuality.  

Unconscious Bias – implicit attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. 

Systemic Racism – when institutions or systems create or maintain racial inequity often as a result of hidden institutional biases in policies, practices, and procedures that privilege some groups and disadvantage others.