Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Representative Training Course
9:30AM - 4:30PM
Location: 100 Lombard St., Toronto, ON M5C 1M3 Suite 301 (NABET training room)
Instructor: Rahim Jamal and Meg Atkinson, Kastner Lam LLP
Cost (Members): FREE
Cost (Permittees): FREE
Maximum Class Size: 15 participants
The Collective Agreement, Appendix M now ensures that an EDI Representative is nominated for each NABET production as of January 1, 2023. The EDI Representative is a specifically trained representative who assists individuals with concerns related to equity, diversity and inclusion. Their role on set is to promote fairness for NABET technicians, supporting their right to a workplace that is free of discrimination as required by the Human Rights Code. Any person who identifies as Indigenous/Aboriginal, Black, or a Person of Colour, LGBTQ2S+, gender and/or sexually diverse, non-binary, disabled, d/Deaf, and/or as a woman may fill the role.
Those who are interested in being an on set EDI Representative are required to complete this course before they can assume the role. This training will cover the law surrounding workplace discrimination and provide an in-depth review of the roles and responsibilities of the on set EDI Representative in order to equip you with the skills and abilities to complete intake for workplace complaints. Advance registration required by Monday, November 28, 2022.
If you have questions, contact Bernice Manalo, Training and Programs Coordinator: 416-536-4827 x222 or bernice@nabet700.com.