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Proudly diverse, intentionally inclusive
The mandate of TMU’s Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion (OVPECI) is to maintain a visible presence for equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and Indigenous values and experience as integral components across all teaching, learning, research, service and administrative functions of the university, while addressing the range of systemic barriers at TMU. The OVPECI is led by the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion, Tanya De Mello.
How we can support your commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Our team can help you to strategize the ways that you can respond, build, adapt and enhance how you learn, teach and work to further reflect TMU’s values of equity, diversity and inclusion. In particular, we support students experiencing any difficulties in the classroom (virtual or in-person), including barriers to full participation and inclusion. We encourage you to get in touch if you are seeking:
- Culturally-supportive student support for First Nations, Inuit, Metis, Canadian Indigenous students (or those who identify by nation or community).
- Strategies to enhance the inclusion of students, faculty and staff with disabilities.
- Coaching, advice and consultation to help you respond to human rights concerns, as well as the investigation and alternative resolutions of complaints.
- Educational programming, including community events and workshops, to engage with topics related to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Educational training opportunities to increase your team’s understanding of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Equity data and diversity resources to help you plan and make decisions with intention.
In the news
- April 30, 2025Donna E. Young reappointed dean, Lincoln Alexander School of LawDean will return for second term
- April 30, 2025Celebrating the spirit of giving during National Volunteer WeekMeet two recipients of the 2025 G. Raymond Chang Outstanding Volunteer Award
- March 11, 2025How do we cultivate strength in uncertain times?Learn how nervous system regulation contributes to healing and empowerment
- Event Title:Building Bridges: Solidarity Across Asian CommunitiesEvent Summary:TMU students, faculty and staff are invited to the Building Bridges: Solidarity Across Asian Communities event to foster community connections and celebrate South Asian and broader Asian solidarity.May 14, 202511:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT
- Event Title:Msko-mjigoodenh Giizhigad | Red Dress DayEvent Summary:All community members are invited to visit and observe the Red Dress Exhibit to honour the memories of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people across Canada.May 05, 20259:00 AM EDT - 5:00 PM EDT
- Event Title:14th Annual Indigenous Student Showcase, Awards & Appreciation DinnerEvent Summary:Learn more about the scholarly, research and creative achievements of Indigenous students at TMU.April 30, 20255:00 PM EDT - 7:30 PM EDT
- Event Title:Day of Pink 2025Event Summary:All TMU community members are invited to join Positive Space to honour Day of Pink on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 12 p.m.April 09, 202512:00 PM EDT - 12:45 PM EDT
- Event Title:IEC Curriculum Development Information SessionEvent Summary:Join this session to learn about the IEC Curriculum Development Fund Call for Proposals. IEC members will answer questions on funding, expectations and the application process.April 07, 202512:00 PM EDT - 1:00 PM EDT
- Event Title:Choose Your Wellness Adventure at Indigenous Health and Wellness DayEvent Summary:Indigenous students, faculty and staff at TMU are invited to join us for a day of health and wellness with a variety of activities to explore, a traditional lunch and a sacred fire.April 03, 202511:00 AM EDT - 7:00 PM EDT
- Event Title:Spring EquinoxEvent Summary:All TMU community members are invited to celebrate the Spring Equinox on Thursday, March 20.March 20, 20255:00 PM EDT - 7:00 PM EDT
- Event Title:Tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review #3Event Summary:Join us for a tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review in the Student Learning Centre.March 13, 202511:30 AM EDT - 1:30 PM EDT
- Event Title:Tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review #2Event Summary:Join us for a tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review in the Student Learning Centre.March 04, 202511:30 AM EST - 1:30 PM EST
- Event Title:Tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review #1Event Summary:Join us for a tabling session for the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Review in the Student Learning Centre.February 28, 202511:30 AM EST - 1:30 PM EST
