Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) are at the heart of the co-operative education and work-integrated learning programs (co-op and WIL). With the support of various MSVU departments and committees, along with the efforts of external partners, the Co-op and WIL Centre strives to cultivate an environment where diversity is celebrated and valued in the workplace. We also remain focused on taking the necessary steps to ensure the health, safety, and security of all members of the MSVU community.
MSVU co-op and WIL students come from diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and socioeconomic contexts. These students contribute their unique identities, academic knowledge, and previous employment experiences to the workplaces where they complete their work terms.
The Co-op & WIL Centre regularly connects employer partners with co-op and WIL students, who bring fresh perspectives, innovation, and diversity into workplaces across the country. The Co-op & WIL Centre consistently strives to build and maintain relationships with employer partners who take necessary steps to ensure the health, safety, and security of their employees while fostering an environment where individuals have the right to work without fear of discrimination or harassment.
The Co-op & WIL Centre staff encourage employers to access the content provided here to recruit, onboard and support students successfully. We also encourage co-op & WIL students to utilize this information to understand their rights and the range of resources available to them as they enter and navigate the diverse workplaces where they will complete work terms.
Visit the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety website to gain a better understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Below is a collection of EDIA and anti-harassment & discrimination resources. Many of these resources contain information that is relevant and useful for both students and employer partners. Resources specific to students or employer partners are noted.
Please email co-op@msvu.ca you would like to suggest a resource that would be helpful for students or employer partners.