Commitment 2: Commit to Truth and Reconciliation. Pursue equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.
The RRC Polytech community continues to take meaningful and intentional steps towards its collective commitment towards Truth and Reconciliation. We look at the work that we have done over the last two years as just the beginning. This is a lifelong path we must continue to walk as we learn and unlearn the harms of the past, while committing to move forward in a way that helps our entire community move forward in a more understanding and equitable way.
RRC Polytech cares deeply about the people within its community, and is committed to promoting equity and diversity, while fostering a culture of inclusion where all students and employees feel valued, respected and included.
To advance the strategic commitment of pursuing equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do the College delivers an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Program that supports Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) action planning at corporate and departmental levels and a network of EDI employee working groups.
Advancing Truth and Reconciliation
4 Seasons of Reconciliation Staff Training
63%
Training Complete
As of September 2023, 63% of staff have completed this training. As staff are hired throughout the year this number may fluctuate between terms.
Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Respectful College Staff Training
70%
Training Complete
As of September 2023, 70% of staff have completed this training. As staff are hired throughout the year this number may fluctuate between terms.
Students by Equity-Deserving Groups
Percentage of total enrolled students in equity deserving-groups, as identified in the Employment Equity Act of Canada against provincial Statistics Canada demographics, specifically women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities and racialized persons.
| Term | Women | Indigenous Peoples |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | 44% | 9% |
| Winter Term | 50% | 9% |
| Spring Term and Intersession | 53% | 3% |
| Labour Market Percentage** | 48% | 13% |
Employees by Equity-Deserving Groups
Percentage of total active employees* in equity deserving groups as identified in the Employment Equity Act of Canada against provincial Statistics Canada demographics, specifically women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities and racialized persons. All data is based on self-declaration.
| Segment | Women | Indigenous Peoples | Racialized Persons | Persons with a Disability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employee Population | 47% | 7% | 13% | 6% |
| Labour Market Percentage** | 48% | 13% | 25% | 19% |
* Percentage based on Total Employee Population (n=2200)
** Labour Market Data on Women, Indigenous Peoples and Racialized Persons was sourced from the 2021 Census. Labour Market Data on Persons with Disabilities was sourced from the 2017 Disability Survey.
Commitment 3: Deepen partnerships to maximize prosperity across industry and community
RRC Polytech has a built a strong reputation across Manitoba and continues to build new partnerships with industry and community every day. Success is evident through our reputation, including enrolment and revenue.
Learn moreRRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.