The Halton Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Charter is a living document based on feedback from Halton residents and community stakeholders. The Charter reflects the realities of residents’ experiences and their commitment to removing systemic barriers and championing inclusionary practices. The purpose of the Charter is to guide the Halton community to foster equity, diversity and inclusion in the region.
Halton is comprised of the vibrant municipalities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. Halton Equity and Diversity Roundtable (HEDR) conducted consultations to understand significant issues facing residents. Priorities identified include accessible transportation and affordable housing. Key concerns raised relate to racialization of poverty, racism, lack of cultural awareness and limited sense of belonging due to increasing isolation.
The Charter
Click on image below to download/view the full document (PDF). For other languages, please click here.
Feedback on The Charter
For more information on the Charter, please contact Samina Zubairi, HEDR Coordinator, at coordinator@hedroundtable.com or 905-467-4305.
Find out more about The Charter Project initiative undertaken by HEDR in a detailed report by clicking HERE
Click here for Charter Endorsement
Click here for the Community Narrative
CHARTER ENDORSERS
Jaynie Purcell
Stephanie Bush
Alexis Lakey
Gemma Patey
BurlingtonGreen Environmental Association
Oakvillegreen Conservation Association
Centre for Environment, Human Rights & Development Forum – CEHRDF
Girish Parekh
Burlington Caribbean Connection
Arfa Dar
Halton System Leadership Group – Community Safety and Well-Being
Paul Sharman
Woodview Children’s Mental Health & Autism Services
Jaynie Purcell
Sola Otubaga
Eniola Ogunsola
Learning Disabilities Association of Halton-Hamilton
Abo Akintan
Fike Ayeni
Plus several other organizations and individual community members.