Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

A Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

The CRNA is in the process of developing action plans to guide this work and achieve impactful outcomes. More information and resources will be shared as they become available.

The CRNA's EDIA framework was developed collaboratively with CRNA staff, Council and regulatory committees. This framework guides how we govern, our operations, our decision making and the overall strategic direction of the organization.

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Framework Principles

The following principles are core commitments that guide how the CRNA governs, its operations, decision making and strategic direction. The principles will influence all EDIA-related initiatives and the implementation of the framework. Following these principles will positively impact staff, councillors, and committee members as well as
our registrants, external partners and the public.

Executive Committment

Executive sponsors give attention, resources and support needed for the framework to succeed. This includes making the framework a key part of the organization’s culture. Their commitment to EDIA demonstrates the dedication they want to foster throughout the organization.

Communication

Encouraging open, respectful and inclusive conversations that help staff, councillors, committee members, registrants, external partners and the public understand different viewpoints.

Accountability

Accountability means holding staff, councillors and committee members accountable to the framework. This also includes being transparent about the framework’s progress and opportunities for improvement. Staff, councillors and committee members are responsible for building a culture of trust and ongoing learning.

Engagement

Inviting staff, councillors and committee members to be involved in shaping and executing the framework, encouraging a collective responsibility and commitment to this work. This includes creating an environment where equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility guides what we do.

Clarity

Making sure staff, councillors, and committee members, registrants, external partners and the public know what the organization wants to achieve with our work and how they can contribute, so that all parties understand their role and can foster effective collaboration toward collective goals.

Empowerment

Providing opportunities for staff, councillors and committee members to grow, make meaningful contributions to our collective work, and bring their full and authentic selves to work.

Measurement

Setting specific, measurable objectives and realistic, time-specific action items to evaluate the effectiveness of different initiatives, make informed decisions and continuously improve the organization.

Safety

Fostering environments where staff, councillors, committee members, registrants, external partners and the public feel secure and respected across all dimensions – including physical, emotional, psychological, social, intellectual, cultural, digital and organizational – so they can fully participate without fear of harm, exclusion or invalidation.