The federal housing agency says it 'hasn't done nearly enough' when it comes to diversity within its ranks
Kike Ojo-Thompson, who runs diversity, inclusion and equity consultancy Kojo Institute, said CMHC’s statement seemed like it was written in the voice of someone who really understands the moment the country had been plunged into.
Among the measures announced Friday, CMHC said it will create specific targets for adding Black and racialized people to its leadership and senior management ranks.Evan Siddall, president and CEO of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp in an interview on June 16, 2014. “We reject racism, white supremacy and wish to atone for our past racism and insensitivity,″ CMHC said.
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