12/02/2025
Alberta’s proposed Bill 13 is a legislative attack against workplace equity diversity and inclusion - and psychological health and safety. The Medicine Hat News interviewed me on this topic.
Our workforce is getting younger and more diverse by the year; Canada is struggling with productivity issues, and 70% of workers are experiencing daily negative emotions and disengagement at work. Employer competencies in equity, diversity and inclusive workplace culture are critical talent attraction, engagement and retention skills that have a direct impact on business sustainability and productivity.
Policymakers must have a solid understanding of workforce development trends and issues to respond appropriately. A bill which disallows professional regulatory bodies to engage its members in workplace equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives and training - harms business sustainability. It’s a step in the wrong direction.
zmason@medicinehatnews.com On Nov. 20, six provincial Ministries introduced Bill 13. If passed, the Regulated Professions Neutrality Act will alter the ability of regulatory bodies and colleges to sanction members, assign mandatory trainings, or use affirmative action to pursue workplace diversity,....
