National (March 5, 2024) — Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) has been named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for the sixth year in a row. This award, presented by Mediacorp Canada Inc., recognizes employers across Canada that have exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.
BLG’s diversity and inclusion strategy includes building a diverse workforce where firm members see themselves reflected in the firm and its leadership; building a culture of respect and belonging that allows all firm members to bring their authentic selves to work; and supporting equity, diversity and inclusion in the broader community.
“I’m proud to be a part of a firm known for its people-centric culture and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion,” said John Murphy, national managing partner at BLG. “BLG’s greatest strength is our people and applying a strong EDI lens to all our processes is critical to our success.”
BLG’s exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs are focused on achieving measurable results and progress through new and innovative training and education, tracking and reporting on EDI progress and grassroots action committees.
About Canada’s Best Diversity Employers
This competition recognizes successful diversity initiatives in a variety of areas, including programs for employees from five groups: (a) women; (b) members of visible minorities; (c) persons with disabilities; (d) Indigenous peoples; and (e) lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender/transsexual (LGBT) peoples.