Recognizing outstanding initiatives in anti-racism work, this Symposium is to share information and facilitate networking among organizations and agencies.

Directions

The CRRF’s publication is issued twice a year. In order to widen its distribution and curtail production costs, this publication is released through CD and some articles are posted on the Foundation’s website. Furthermore, at least one issue is released in cooperation with another organization.

Contract Research

Three research papers are released during the year. Topics of the papers are based on the Foundation’s thematic priorities as defined in the CRRF’s Strategic Plan. Each paper is based on sound methodology and research.

Unite Against Racism Study Guide

A national public education campaign to eliminate racism.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Awarded to an individual who has demonstrated a lifetime of commitment to anti-racism.

The CRRF Leadership Circle

By invitation only, this initiative may include former recipients of the CRRF Award of Excellence, former Board members and individuals/organizations that have worked with or contributed to the development and strengthening of the CRRF.

The Canada Lecture Series

A lecture by prominent speakers on an issue related to CRRF’s mandate.

Roundtable Series

Three roundtable discussions are to be organized every year, focusing on current issues and topics of direct relevance to the CRRF’s strategic priorities. The roundtable discussions take place in different parts of the country with teleconferencing opportunities to encourage national participation.

Capturing the Pulse of the Nation

One of the main challenges confronting the CRRF is to gauge the national pulse with regard to the state of race relations in the country. Under this initiative, it is proposed that we maintain our strategic alliance with the Association of Canadian Studies to conduct a national survey on issues related to race relations, Canadian identity or human rights.

The Association of Canadian Studies is a national leader, recognized by government and the media as an authoritative voice on Canadian issues. Survey topics are to be decided in discussion with the Association for Canadian Studies. Results of the polls will be released to the media at a media conference, and will be posted on our website. Printed copies will also be made available.

Canadian Municipalities Against Racism and Discrimination (CMARD)

Over the past year, the CRRF has been an active partner of CMARD. Through its work as a key partner, the CRRF increases its presence on the local, regional and national levels as well as its interaction with all Canadians. Of particular importance, the CRRF’s strategic alliance with the Coalition is the fulfillment of the CRRF’s mandate towards positive change, the elimination of racism and the promotion of harmonious Canada.

EDIT initiative/Talented and diversified businesses

In cooperation with the Quebec Conseil des relations interculturelles, the CRRF, the Montreal Chamber of Commerce, and IMAGE Interculturelles seek to engage small/medium businesses in developing the necessary tools to measure their commitment to eliminating racism in the workplace.

Education & Training

Develops and delivers diversity, equity and human rights education within an anti-racism framework.

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