Canadian Multiculturalism Day 2024
Canadian Multiculturalism Day is observed on June 27 to honour the many cultures that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. In 1988, Canada became the first country in the world to recognize its multiculturalism policy in legislation by passing the Canadian Multiculturalism Act. The Act promotes the full and equitable participation of individuals and communities of all origins in the continuing evolution and shaping of the Canadian society. Canada continues its work to promote multiculturalism and fight against racism by supporting communities and creating opportunities for conversations on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination.
At RRC Polytech, we recognize that diversity within our communities is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to fostering working and learning environments that recognize and celebrate the diversity of our students and our staff. Together, we are working toward a place where we understand, embrace and uplift each other’s culture, and where all are welcomed for who they are, and for what we can build together.
All RRC Polytech employees have access to the CCDI 2024 Diversity Calendar. The calendar includes religious and cultural observances and other commemorative dates and fosters opportunities to learn about and celebrate diversity throughout the year. We use this calendar to guide the celebrations and observances we recognize as a College community. If there is a holiday that you celebrate or observe, and would like to add to the calendar, please fill out the Celebrate Everything form.
RRC Polytech’s Anti-Racism Action Committee – Social Justice Engagement Club has put together a Social Justice Bingo activity to build awareness on anti-racism and social justice this summer. All members of the RRC Polytech community are invited to engage in the activities on this card to learn more about anti-racist and social-justice related topics and places in our province. This is an opportunity to reflect on power, privilege, bias, and how they influence our own experiences and perceptions, and how they affect individuals and groups in our communities.
As you engage with these activities, reflect on your experiences, take pictures, and share with the RRC Polytech community. Once you have completed the card, complete this form to be included in a draw to win a book prize.
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| Visit the Canadian Museum for Human Rights | Watch a video that explains systemic racism | Read an Anti-racism-themed book (see resource list for suggestions) | Find an article about a current issue and share with friends or colleagues | Talk with friends and family to build awareness of systemic racism |
| Attend a Social Justice Engagement committee event | Visit one of the Manidoo Miiniigooizowin exhibit at the Manitoba Museum | Attend Folklorama | Attend a PowWow | Visit Qaumajuq at the Winnipeg Art Gallery |
| Attend an event on Indigenous People’s Day on June 21 | Take a picture with the mural at RRC Polytech Portage Campus | Free Make a button at the anti-racism booth at Red Forum | Visit the Petroforms in the Whiteshell | Take a picture with as many Rainbow flags as you can during Pride Month |
| Visit a restaurant or store that is different from your ethnicity or culture | Take the Indigenous Canada course (Indigenous Canada|University of Alberta) | Volunteer your time or donate to Harvest Manitoba | Take a LinkedIn Learning course about bias awareness | Take a walk at The Forks and visit Oodena Celebration Circle or the Peace Meeting Site |
| Review and find where you see yourself on the Wheel of Privilege and Power | Attend a Pride Parade | Watch a movie that is not in your primary language | Attend a CCDI Webinar (RRC Polytech Staff have free access) | Add alternative text for the RRC Polytech logo graphic in your email signature |
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact diversity@rrc.ca.