People and Culture

Welcome to People and Culture

At MSVU, the People & Culture team supports what matters most: our people. We work to create a positive environment that reflects the university’s strong commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA).
Our People & Culture model goes beyond traditional human resources. It focuses not only on supporting individuals, but also on shaping the culture where they work. Through the new Office of Equity, Indigenous Relations, and Human Rights, we are taking a coordinated and collaborative approach to EDIA initiatives.

Our Pillars

Integrated EDIA: Make EDIA principles part of everything we do—our policies, processes, and daily interactions.

Strategic Human Resources: Build a modern HR team that attracts and keeps excellent employees.

Culture of Belonging: Create a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone feels they belong.

Organizational Development: Strengthen MSVU by carefully planning how we grow and improve as an institution.

In our work, we emphasize reconciliation and the inclusion of Indigenous perspectives.

Office of Equity, Indigenous Relations, & Human Rights

The Office of Equity, Indigenous Relations & Human Rights leads the planning and delivery of the university’s EDIA commitments. MSVU’s plans and commitments to EDIA stretch across several frameworks. Connecting this work together as part of a cohesive strategy will be critical to achieving sustainable progress.

Indigenous Initiatives

MSVU commits to Truth and Reconciliation and to promoting Indigenous world views in the work of the institution. We will continue to build upon efforts already undertaken, and with the valued advice of Indigenous community Elders and leaders as our guide.

Anti-Harassment & Discrimination and Sexualized Violence Prevention

MSVU is committed to providing and maintaining an environment that promotes the dignity of human beings. This includes sexual violence prevention and providing a trauma-informed, survivor-centred response. All members of the MSVU Community have the right to participate in activities without fear of discrimination or harassment.