Title

Workforce Diversity Management in Ontario Municipalities

Author

Jennifer Lajoie, Western University

Date of Award

7-1-2011

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Burr, Catherine

Geographical Areas

Chatham-Kent, Sudbury, Guelph, Kitchener, Lambton, London, St. Catharines, Thunder Bay, Windsor

Abstract

This paper examines why some municipalities have implemented workforce diversity management plans and policies, while others have not. A case study analysis of nine mid-sized Ontario municipalities – Chatham-Kent, Sudbury, Guelph, Kitchener, Lambton, London, St. Catharines, Thunder Bay, and Windsor – was conducted. The findings reveal that common patterns for the existence of workforce diversity management policies include: a wake-up call that helps trigger change; the creation of organizational buy-in; the existence of a champion for diversity; and a consideration of local environmental forces.

Recommended Citation

Lajoie, Jennifer, "Workforce Diversity Management in Ontario Municipalities" (2011). MPA Major Research Papers. 99.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/99