Diversity Program

Purpose and Scope

Gatestone’s Diversity/Equal Opportunity Program (EOP) was created to identify, recruit and hire visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women in Canada. The EOP establishes that visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women etc. have an equal opportunity for any position within Gatestone.

The EOP is reflective of the diverse community it serves. The EOP has been established to enhance relationships with the diverse communities in Canada and to attract and retain qualified diverse candidates to Gatestone. Gatestone provides a work force that is representative of the community and a work force that is supportive and inclusive for all of its employees. As thoroughly detailed in our Diversity Policy the company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Intent

The EOP follows equal opportunity and fair hiring practices when filling positions.  To ensure superior client service and the success of our business, the company hires only the most qualified individuals for the job. Gatestone has adopted this policy so that all employees and potential candidates are fairly and consistently considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or  in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered or any other legally protected characteristic.

 

The EOP ensures compliance with applicable employment laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absences, compensation, and training.