Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The purpose of the OBA Diversity Program is to promote diversity within OBA governance and membership while fostering increased participation from equity-seeking associations. The program aims to support the growth, development, and independence of these associations by providing resources such as administrative assistance, access to conference and meeting facilities, and opportunities to enhance their profile.

Whatever support you’re seeking, the goal of the Lawyers Living with Disabilities Network is to provide relevant resources and meaningful engagement. It’s a safe place to lean on, listen to, learn from and give back to others who understand what you’re going through.

Wherever you are in the province, the OBA Unite & Support Network is where you will find information, tools and services aimed at assisting equity-seekers and allies in a supportive and inclusive community.

Whether you are celebrating pride from a distance or in person this year, we have just what you need to celebrate! Show your #OBAPride with our original Printable #RainbowTabs, Digital Rainbow Tabs, Zoom backgrounds, Social Cards and fun colouring project and our popular #OBAPRIDE Kit with Stick Fans, stickers, and punch-out rainbow tabs to create your own party.

Through our Work that Works initiative, the OBA provides tangible resources to help the profession reimagine their workplaces – to guide you  toward building better, more modern, healthy professional spaces where lawyers can thrive.

This resource manual will enhance your organization or firm’s efforts to promote equity and diversity at all levels of the legal profession. Learn how to develop implementation plans and track your growth over time.  

The CBA offers a series of videos and a tip sheet for firms and organizations to promote equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.