Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

As part of our efforts to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace and society, we’ve partnered with the Black Professionals in Tech Network (BPTN), which focuses on breaking down barriers for Black talent in Canada. We’re committed to learning and collaborating with BPTN to help close the systemic gap between Black talent and career opportunities in professional services.

The Board Diversity Network (BDN) program prepares diverse professionals for board positions through case studies, lectures, seminars, panels, and networking sessions. It includes business owners, C-suite members, NFP leaders, lawyers, and industry experts from across Canada. The program is inclusive of Indigenous, race, LGBTQ2S+, and gender-diverse professionals. Participants gain insights into navigating boardroom challenges, board governance, and building networks, with contributions from retired PwC Partners and alumni.

PwC Canada is proud to collaborate with Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards program to offer support to Indigenous students in their educational path. The scholarship is available to Indigenous post-secondary students who are pursuing a university or college education across Canada.

Lime Connect is a premier resource for top talent in the disability space across the U.S. and Canada. This partnership allows us to connect with high-potential university students and professionals who identify as having a disability. Beyond recruitment, Lime Connect provides tools, self-confidence, community, and connections that help their Lime Network members to achieve their full potential. Through this collaboration, we are breaking down stereotypes, fostering an inclusive environment, and embracing the diverse perspectives and strengths brought by these individuals. Lime Connect’s mission to erode attitudinal barriers and increase employment and engagement opportunities for people with disabilities aligns to our commitment to creating a more inclusive workplace for all employees.

We’re proud to be a menopause-inclusive workplace, with comprehensive policies and practices that support women during their menopause transition. Our commitment includes providing resources, flexible work arrangements and fostering an understanding environment. This dedication to inclusivity is why we’ve joined The Menopause Works Here™ initiative, reinforcing our pledge to create a workplace where all employees can thrive.

We're incredibly proud to be a founding sponsor of the Onyx Initiative. The Onyx Initiative supports Black students and recent graduates with coaching and online training on important job-hunting skills, including crafting a cover letter and preparing for a job interview. It also connects students with prospective employers, including PwC Canada.

VersaFi’s strategies include building equity literacy, amplifying a diverse talent pool and uniting Canada's finance sector. VersaFi collaborates with various entities in the financial industry, such as bank-owned, independent, and foreign dealers; asset managers; insurance companies; major pension plans; regulatory agencies; exchanges; and advisory firms. With a community of more than 3,700 professional and student members, VersaFi stands as the largest network of finance professionals in Canada dedicated to enhancing equity and diversity.