Diversity & Inclusion
Sponsorship & Donations
At Scotiabank, community involvement is not something we just talk about. It's an important part of the way we live, work and do business every day.
Our dedication to being a socially responsible corporation is showcased through our charitable donations and the active volunteerism of our employees.
We focus our diversity sponsorships at the community level, in the areas of education and career/professional development.
- Aboriginal Community
- Women
- Visible Minorities
- New Canadians
- Persons with Disabilities
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community
- Interested in a Diversity sponsorship?
Scotiabank is a proud sponsor of the AFOA National Conference, which promotes Aboriginal leadership, management and financial strategies to create success in our communities.
“AFOA’s premise is that sound financial and management practices are key to building social and economic prosperity for Aboriginal communities. Scotiabank’s support of AFOA through its Corporate Membership and National Conference sponsorship is a valued partnership that demonstrates Scotiabank’s commitment to AFOA’s goals. It is an opportunity for Scotiabank to not only gain valuable exposure to First Nations, Inuit and Métis financial managers and CEOs, it is also an opportunity for the Bank to contribute to Aboriginal management and governance and, ultimately, to the enhancement of the quality of life among Aboriginal People.”
www.afoa.ca
Aboriginal WIL is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing women in leadership roles. Aboriginal WIL has played a pivotal role in helping thousands of women across Canada achieve success. The BC and ON Aboriginal Women in Leadership Forums were created by the Women in Leadership Foundation in 2004 to unite people from all backgrounds to celebrate the achievements of accomplished Aboriginal women.
“The BC and ON Aboriginal Women in Leadership Forums were created by the Women in Leadership Foundation in 2004 to unite people from all backgrounds to celebrate the achievements of accomplished Aboriginal women. The inspiring panel presentation and Scotiabank Aboriginal Women Leaders Scholarship Award presentations are the highlights of this powerful forum. We thank Scotiabank for being our leading sponsor for the past 5 consecutive years and their commitment to making this initiative possible.”
www.womeninleadership.ca
The AHRC creates and markets a wide range of resources to help Aboriginal people participate fully in Canada’s labour market. Scotiabank participates actively as a sponsor for their annual signature recruiting event, Inclusion Works, which matches Aboriginal students across Canada with employer interviews.
Scotiabank is also proud to be the founding partner of the Inclusion Leaders Council. As an Inclusion Investment Partner, Scotiabank supports the advancement of Canada’s Aboriginal workforce.
“As an Inclusion Investment Partner, Scotiabank supports the advancement of Canada’s Aboriginal workforce and Inclusion Works -– the Aboriginal Human Resource Council’s signature event.”
www.aboriginalhr.ca
Scotiabank offers two Scotiabank Scholarships for Business Studies to students, as supporter of the Adult Education and Employment Program. Urban Circle’s partnership with Scotiabank opens doors of opportunity for Aboriginal students wishing to pursue a career in the financial sector.
“Urban Circle is extremely pleased to be partnering with Scotiabank in the “Scotiabank Scholarship for Business Studies” program and we know that these scholarships will open doors of opportunity for Aboriginal students wishing to pursue a career in the financial sector. Meegwetch!”
www.urbancircletraining.com
Involvement in Blueprint for the Future reasserts Scotiabank’s commitment to employing qualified Aboriginal applicants. Blueprint for the Future is a series of national career fairs designed to attract Aboriginal youth to a variety of future careers.
www.naaf.ca
Scotiabank is committed to the success of Aboriginal youth by sponsoring important initiatives like the NAHO Role Model program. The role-model program offers speaking and event opportunities to Aboriginal youth and young adults positively influence the youth of the Aboriginal community.
"The generous funds from Scotiabank allow the National Aboriginal Role Model Program to make solid investments in the First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth who are our communities' future leaders. The Generous Funds from Scotiabank allows the National Aboriginal Role Model Program to encourage more First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth to pursue their dreams and lead a healthier lifestyle."
www.naho.ca
WIMA encourages the advancement of women who are seeking senior level roles in the business community. The association brings together students, alumnae and industry representatives to address issues facing women in management and to invite them to participate in networking events. Scotiabank has supported the WIMA annual Open House event for 6 years.
www.rotman.utoronto.ca
WIL is a student organization serving the undergrad and graduate students at York University’s Schulich School of Business. WIL’s mission is to empower Schulich’s female students to thrive in leadership roles in the workplace and beyond.
“Scotiabank's support over the years has enabled WIL to run the WIL Mentorship Program with local high school students and to hold our annual Inspire to Aspire Conference. WIL is grateful for Scotiabank's continued commitment to our club - both financially and by providing us with inspiration to aspire as leading women in the workplace and beyond."
www.schulich.yorku.ca
The annual Q.WIL Conference is a unique and powerful platform for current issues affecting women in business. Scotiabank’s support and partnership is vital to bringing Q.WIL to fruition, creating unparalleled opportunities for some of Canada’s brightest future leaders to explore, discover and be inspired.
“Scotiabank’s support and partnership is vital to bringing QWIL to fruition, creating unparalleled opportunities for some of Canada’s brightest future leaders to explore, discover and be inspired. “
www.qwil.ca
Scotiabank is a proud long-standing sponsor of the Harry Jerome Awards and the National Scholarships which recognize leadership and commitment in the African Canadian community.
www.bbpa.org
Scotiabank’s support of the Financial Services Connections Program enables ACCES to assist new Canadians in integrating into the Canadian workplace culture and provide opportunities to find employment in the financial sector.
"Thank you for sponsoring ACCES Employment and our Financial Services Connections program. Your generous contribution supports new Canadians to successfully transition into Canada's Financial Sector, utilizing their valuable skills and qualifications. We are proud of this innovative partnership and look forward to continued success."
Allison Pond, Executive Director, ACCES Employment
www.accestrain.com
The Scarborough Centre for Employment Accessibility (SCEA) is a drop-in Employment Resource Centre to assist job-ready Persons with Disabilities prepare for employment, as well as develop the skills necessary to maintain that new employment.
"Scotiabank’s partnership has helped our program improve its services by providing a donation to purchase assistive devices for Persons with Disabilities (PWD’s) to help communicate more effectively during job search and interviews. The donation also provided an opportunity to acquire assistive software training for the program staff to thoroughly assist PWD’s during their work practice and job search; funding for marketing to attract and assist more PWD clients to join the program, transportation funding, and website accessibility compliant to the Accessibility Guidelines using the (AODA) Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act."
www.tdsb.on.ca
Career Edge Organization provides an opportunity for employers to gain access to skilled intern talent consisting of graduates (Career Edge), graduates with disabilities (Ability Edge), and internationally qualified professionals (Career Bridge). Interns gain meaningful work experience and job coaching and mentoring in a professional business environment.
"Scotiabank is a valuable supporter of Career Edge Organization's paid internship programs. Their leadership, in particular with the Ability Edge program, in hiring recent graduates with disabilities is testament to their commitment in providing an inclusive and accessible work environment. Scotiabank has provided meaningful work opportunities to many talented and highly qualified interns, which has been critical in helping launch their careers."
Rizwan Abdul - Client Relations Manager, Career Edge Organization
www.careeredge.ca
Scotiabank is proud to partner with Capilano University to offer customized scholarships to students with disabilities who are completing a business education. The support gives essential financial assistance.
“Capilano University is pleased to partner with Scotiabank in providing awards for students with disabilities completing a business education. This support provides not only essential financial assistance but a powerful motivational boost for students in knowing that others believe in the value of the dreams they are pursuing through education.”
Jessica Thoms, Executive Director, Capilano University Foundation
www.capilanou.ca
Scotiabank’s partnership with PAANS has provided scholarship support to students with disabilities for more than 10 years. PAANS aims to foster an environment of equal participation for Persons with Disabilities within Nova Scotia.
www.paans.ca
Scotiabank proudly supports the opportunity for LGBT business students across Canada to participate in the Out on Bay Street conference in Toronto.
“Out on Bay Street would not have been the same without the support of Scotiabank. The travel bursaries and financial support enabled us to not only make our conference a great success, but also allowed us to bring LGBT students to Toronto from across Canada to learn and build relationships. Furthermore, the people at Scotiabank have been very supportive and encouraging of our student-run initiative, and have provided great ideas and suggestions on how to make every subsequent conference bigger and better!”
www.outonbayst.org
Scotiabank is a proud supporter of Pride @ Work, a professional organization created to realize fully inclusive workplaces for the LGBT community in Canadian workplaces.
www.prideatwork.ca
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| Interested in a Diversity sponsorship? Scotiabank is interested in hearing about initiatives that create opportunities for aboriginal people, women, new Canadians, visible minorities, the LGBT community, the mature workforce and persons with disabilities. We focus our diversity sponsorships at the community level, in the areas of education and career/professional development. We are particularly interested in partnering with non-profit and charitable organizations that could help us strengthen our relationship with diverse populations. Please send us an email diversity.inclusion@scotiabank.com |
