CODE Resource Hub - Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce

A Community Movement

What is CODE

CODE stands for Commitment to Opportunity, Diversity and Equity.

Started in 2021 by The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, CODE is a community movement dedicated to creating inclusive and welcoming workplaces.

CODE supports you and your team’s DEI journey (wherever you are!) through peer-learning groups, workshops, human resource support, and quality curated DEI tools and templates.

CODE represents a movement of business leaders, diversity and inclusion practitioners, community advocates and those with lived experience, coming together to achieve three critical goals:

Expand awareness of the opportunities for and benefits of greater diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Increase the number of organizations in Winnipeg making a commitment to enhance inclusion and equity in their workplace
Increase the implementation of measurable actions in the workplace that further these goals

Quick Links

Subscribe to the CODE Newsletter

CODE Kickstart Guide

We’re here for you, so let’s get started.

Download the kickstart guide for a step-by-step process of getting started on your DEI journey. The guide also includes valuable templates on adopting inclusive practices, additional resources, and a guided explanation of how your organization can engage with CODE.

Overview

Benefits of CODE

The research is clear – diversity, equity and inclusion is a key solution to economic recovery because it promotes talent recruitment and innovation.

As Winnipeg’s biggest business association, we are here to lead and guide our members with impactful resources and events – and we believe all businesses would benefit by building a more inclusive workplace.

Benefits for more inclusive workplaces:

Are more likely to outperform their peers
Are twice as likely to meet or exceed financial targets
Are eight times more likely to achieve better business outcomes
Generate and foster fresh insights, new ideas and creative solutions
Draw on the full talents of their peopleSource: canada.ca

Why should my company or myself get involved?

CODE offers Winnipeg Chamber members access to credible resources and custom educational workshops that will help your organization implement impactful diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. We know this journey is difficult and new to many, and we are here to help you navigate through it. CODE will also provide a number of opportunities for peer learning where organizations can connect and learn through an exchange of ideas.

How would CODE help me as a leader?

CODE will support organizational leaders by:

Keeping your team more happy, engaged, and productive at your workplace
Increasing the sense of belonging your own team feels at your workplace
Providing educational tools and resources to address their own biases when managing teams and recruiting teams
Providing educational tools and resources to build a more inclusive workplace
Providing educational tools and resources to create more inclusive policies and work structures.

Why is CODE important?

Based on many credible stats and reports, equity, inclusion and diversity is a key solution to economic recovery because it promotes talent recruitment and innovation.

These reports also show that 3 out of 4 of job seekers and employees (76%) view diverse, equitable and inclusive workforces as an important factor when evaluating companies and considering job offers. This underscores why we believe it is key to stay competitive in your sector.

In fact, in a recent fall 2021 membership survey conducted by Probe Research, 7 out of 10 of our members surveyed stated diversity and inclusion is a priority for their organization.
Source: Glassdoor.com

Read the Impact

Download the CODE Report 2023-2024

Download the CODE Report 2022-2023

How do I know where we should start?

Here are three ways to start your CODE journey:

Download the CODE Kickstarter Guide
Read through our curated CODE articles and resource library on this page
Sign up for an upcoming CODE workshop

Further Ways to Get Involved:

Commit to making a difference and join the CODE Coalition
Consider becoming a CODE Sponsor
Sharing CODE resources or social posts with your network, and use #CODE
Sharing your companies DEI journey and lessons to educate other Chamber
members as a testimonial or CODE speaker

Is there a cost to get involved with CODE?

As a member, there is no cost to get involved with CODE; however, there may be a ticket cost for some CODE events.

Free resources and events include:

Accessing our curated templates and articles
Accessing our online CODE resource library
Speaking to our CODE team about your specific needs

Paid resources:

Attending CODE Workshop and keynote luncheons
Attending the CODE Coalition Forum (Free for CODE Coalition Members!)
Sponsoring a CODE movement or program

Who from my company should be involved with CODE?

CODE is for everyone wanting to learn about inclusive workplaces; however, to create the biggest impact at your organization, we would encourage senior leadership and your human resources department to engage with our CODE program.

Curated Articles

CODE Coalition Resource Guide

Created in partnership with Laurelle Harris, Equitable Solutions

This guide provides tips and suggestions for how to get started developing and implementing an EDI action plan and may be adapted to the size and needs of your organization.

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Top 5 Tips for When an Employee Comes Out as Trans

Created in partnership with Rainbow Resource Centre

As an employer or human resources, it’s your role to ensure that the workplace is a safe and inclusive space for everyone to continue being enthusiastic and engaged members of your…

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Truth and Reconciliation Roadmap

Created in partnership with Jessica Dumas, Chair, The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2019-2020

Use this document as a roadmap throughout your organization’s truth and reconciliation journey. The Roadmap provides a wide variety of resources that can support the needs of

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CODE Kickstart Guide

This document was created to help you and your organization to get started on your CODE journey by giving you the tools you need to utilize CODE to its full potential.

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Religious Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Created in partnership with Humaira Jaleel, Healthy Muslim Families

This document lists five specific ways to ensure religious inclusions for your employees. With Canada having one of the highest immigration rates per population of any country in the…

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The 50/30 Challenge

The 50 – 30 Challenge is an initiative between the Government of Canada, Canadian businesses and diversity organizations. The goal of the program is to challenge Canadian organizations to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their

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Creating and Delivering Accessible Presentations

Created by Incluzia

Ensuring that your presentation content is accessible is crucial for reaching a wider audience, including those with disabilities.

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Get to know Elder Betty Ross

7-minute Read The Winnipeg Chamber launched their CODE Newsletter which is meant to inspire you to reflect on your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, find valuable resources to further […]

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Belonging and Mental Health

3-minute read The long-term implications of the pandemic on mental health are unmeasurable. The need for belonging and connection, especially in the workplace, is as strong as it’s ever been. […]

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Paving the way for the future

4-minute read When Rosemary graduated from University she thought everything was solved. “After university, I had children of my own and was reminded that we still have a long way […]

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Building a Vibrant Future Generation

4-minute read It wasn’t until college, that Sky Bridges began to reconnect with his heritage. Now as The Winnipeg Foundation CEO, he sees his journey aligns with the values the […]

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Bloom with a new way of working

5-minute read Growing up, Avery’s parents always instilled an entrepreneurial spirit in her and her siblings. Her mom was a VP for a globally-recognized organization and her father owned his […]

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And Your 2024 Code Conference Keynote is…

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Building Bridges: Winnipeg Newcomer Community

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Celebrating the rich history and contributions of Black Canadians

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Four Ways You Can Focus on Inclusion this Month

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Download our Truth and Reconciliation Roadmap

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4 Reasons Why You Should Attend The CODE Conference

The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce’s second annual CODE Conference is less than a month away. Still looking to register? We have put together 4 reasons why you should attend. “The […]

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9 Tips For More Accessible Content

8-minute read CODE Newsletter | Issue #5 These CODE newsletters are meant to inspire you to reflect on your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, find valuable resources to further […]

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