EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our approach and initiatives in equity, diversity and inclusion.

Cultivating equity, diversity and inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we foster a healthy and inclusive work environment where all our employees have access to fair and equitable career opportunities. We value the diversity of our experiences and encourage the sharing of perspectives that drive innovation and enhance the performance of our teams.

This approach enables us to better understand and meet the needs of our current and future clients.

Our strategic plan with respect to EDI is built on three pillars:

  1. Optimize policies, practices, and processes to establish fair, equitable, and non-discriminatory talent management systems.
  2. Strengthen the culture of inclusive leadership by promoting awareness and understanding in alignment with iA's values and business priorities.
  3. Actively support members of employee resource groups (ERGs) in their professional development, wellbeing, and ability to meet evolving needs.

“I believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are key to the future success of iA, both for business and human reasons. As our markets expand into new communities, our employees need to be representative of them in order to understand and serve our new customers well. And to innovate, our employees must represent the best talent in all fields, and know that their diverse perspectives will be heard. Finally, we must use the privilege of being employed by a successful company to promote equality in our society.”

Denis Ricard
President and Chief Executive Officer

“I believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are not just moral imperatives but also strategic advantages for our company. Embracing EDI helps us to attract top talent, foster innovation and better understand our diverse customer base. It creates a workplace where every employee, regardless of their background, can feel valued and empowered to contribute their best work. This commitment to EDI is a reflection of our core values and is integral to our success as an organization. We strive to create an environment where differences are celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”

Stéphanie Butt-Thibodeau
Executive Vice-President, Talent and Culture and EDI Executive Sponsor at iA Financial Group

Mission statement

The EDI strategic plan is supported by our advisory committee, which includes our president, the co-leaders of the employee resource groups (ERGs) and their respective sponsors. This committee ensures that the strategic plan aligns with the company's vision and business objectives, thereby guaranteeing the seamless and effective integration of EDI initiatives into our overall strategy.

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Employee resource groups

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) and their allies are led by and for employees.

In addition to giving a voice to the various communities within the company, ERGs help enhance employee wellbeing and professional development. They help create an inclusive and safe work environment where open-mindedness, listening and sharing are encouraged. This allows everyone to flourish and actively contribute to the collective success of iA Financial Group. Here are the different ERGs we have established:

  • Afrodescendant and Allies Network
  • Indigenous and Allies Network
  • Women and Allies Network
  • Group of Allies and Individuals with Neurodivergence (GAIN) Network
  • LGBTQ+ and Allies Network
  • Next Generation and Allies Network
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Certifications and partnerships

We recognize the importance of certifying our policies and practices with respect to diversity, recruitment and internal training based on external standards set by recognized organizations.

Here’s an overview of some of our certifications and partnerships:

  • Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) from the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business Silver level of Women in Governance Parity Certification (2022, 2023, 2024)
  • Catalyst
  • Association des femmes en finance du Québec (AFFQ)
  • Women in Capital Markets
  • GRIS-Montréal
  • Fondation Émergence
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Getting involved in our communities

We strengthen our social impact within communities by establishing strategic partnerships and sustainable collaborations that are aligned with our commitments to social responsibility and ethical governance.

Explore our philanthropic initiatives