Cultural Safety
Qualicum Manor is located in Qualicum Beach on the Territory of the Qualicum First Nations.
We recognize our role in the dismantling of Indigenous Specific Racism. Our commitment to Indigenous-specific anti-racism echoes throughout the organization, with specific goals relating to both people working with us and for us and those living with us.
Our goal is to work with sensitivity and humility as we learn together the actions and steps needed to transparently address the devastating impact that Indigenous-specific racism has had on health and employment outcomes for Indigenous people in B.C.
On Nov. 30, 2020, Health Minister Adrian Dix released findings from an independent review into the extent of Indigenous-specific racism in BC’s health-care system. The release of the In Plain Sight report underscored the urgent need for all partners in the health-care system to take swift and decisive action to dismantle the systemic racism that has led to such poor health outcomes for First Nations, Métis and Inuit (Indigenous) Peoples.
Our commitment to Anti-Racism
Throughout our history and still today, far too many people and communities in Canada and around the world face systemic racism and racial discrimination.
Qualicum Manor recognizes the presence of racism in Canada and within our own organization. We acknowledge we have a responsibility to take meaningful and lasting action for our employees, and those who live with us. We are actively working to achieve racial equity, reaffirming that diversity is our strength.
We resolve to
- Actively promote Anti-Racism and communicate expectations and outcomes to generate positive change in the culture of IRCC.
- Proactively engage in dialogue that normalizes discussions of racism and systemic barriers.
- Identify and address systemic discrimination and barriers within all policies, programs and initiatives.
- Ensure that Black, Indigenous and racialized employees have fair and equitable access to career advancement and opportunities.
- Ensure representation of Black, Indigenous and racialized employees in decision- and policy-making bodies to include diverse perspectives in decision-making (including executive tables, advisory councils, occupational health committees and other horizontal committees).
- Support and strengthen diverse employee networks to build a sense of belonging.
- Create safe workspaces for all Black, Indigenous and racialized employees, and other marginalized groups, including those with intersecting identities, where they can be their authentic selves and safely raise issues without fear of reprisal.
