Diversity & Inclusion

Matters

Empowering Everyone. To create a sustainable future for Kleinschmidt, we recognize the importance of equitable practices and inclusivity. We commit to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and feel a sense of purpose in what they do. Our work matters and you matter too.​​​​​​​ We embrace the value of diversity when it comes to creating a strong community. With that in mind, we will nurture an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered.

Actions Completed:

  • Diversity Policy and Diversity Statement
  • Inclusive Leadership training
  • Pope Consulting on retainer for JEDI and all company support Pope Consultants | DEI Training and Consultancy Company (popeconsulting.com)
  • Anti-bias training
  • LOGOS - Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) – signing of Leadership Accord
  • Presentation by EHRC to entire company – Brown Bag Q1 2022 https://electricitytransformation.ca/speaker/michelle-branigan/
  • Baseline questionnaire completed – measurement implemented year 2
  • JEDI badges
  • Orientation Diversity Training
  • Accessibility Standards and Policies
  • JEDI – messaging in marketing materials, social media, and proposals
  • Provide regular educational resources through the Hub
  • Support those doing STEM volunteer work with resources
  • Intersectional Environmentalism Defined and Communicated
  • Diversity, Anti-Harassment and Anti-bias added to training modules
  • Create a communication strategy to integrated concepts of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. This would include ensuring that leaders have DEI talking points and have it woven into their written communications.
  • Worked with Philanthropy group on joint initiative – fundraiser for LGBTQ+

Giving Back

Matters

Philanthropy Commitment:

At Kleinschmidt, our values guide how we treat each other, serve our clients, perform our work, and serve our communities. We strive to meet our core values of Meaningful Work, Integrity, and overall Loyalty in everything we do. At the core of our culture is a service to others ethos, reflected in our longstanding philanthropic outreach to many socially and economically disadvantaged communities.

Social Impact

We were recognized by the Environmental Business Journal with the Social Contribution Award in 2019 for philanthropic donations, STEM outreach, and day-of-service events.

  • Employee Engagement in STEM Outreach
  • Annual Paid Day off To Give Back