Building belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion for youth and employers

RISE was created to help workplaces and youth build more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environments. The name RISE (Respect, Inclusion, Support, and Empowerment) reflects the core values that guide our work. Through engaging learning modules, guidance, and community partnerships, RISE equips individuals with the skills and confidence to drive positive change in workplaces, schools and communities.

RISE together to turn understanding into action and create spaces where everyone can thrive.

RISE offers two streams, Industry and Youth, to create meaningful impact.

RISE Industry

provides practical tools, learning modules, and guidance to develop workplaces where everyone feels valued and empowered.

RISE Youth

Equips young people with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to champion inclusion, equity, and anti-racism in their schools, workplaces, and communities.

Industry Programming: Building Inclusive Workplaces

We support employers with training, resources, and toolkits to strengthen hiring, onboarding, and retention practices. Our goal is to help organizations build inclusive workplace cultures, with a particular focus on supporting newcomer employees.

Promote equitable hiring, onboarding, and retention practices.
Strengthen inclusive leadership and workplace culture.
Support engagement and success of newcomer employees.
What we Offer

Training & Masterclasses

Providing flexible on-site or virtual training, fully tailored DEI sessions, and access to the RISE DEI Lab, an exclusive deep-dive series launching in the new year.

Practical Modules & Micro-Learning

A suite of online modules created with Bluedrop ISM that bring DEI to life, exploring everything from the business case for diversity to inclusive leadership, equity, belonging, and navigating the Canadian workplace.

Toolkits & Templates

Instantly applicable resources such as guides, checklists, tools, and templates designed to strengthen inclusive hiring, retention, and leadership.

Tailored Support for your Team

Featuring newcomer employment support, toolkits and templates, and more resources launching through 2026.
Become an Industry Partner

Youth Programming: Empowering Young Leaders

We develop DEI modules and tools for educators and youth facilitators. Through our training, facilitators gain the skills to deliver interactive lessons on diversity, identity, and anti-racism. These lessons help students build awareness, confidence, and leadership skills while fostering inclusive school communities.

Build awareness of diversity, equity, and anti-racism.
Develop leadership and advocacy skills.
Foster belonging and respectful peer/community relationships.

Facilitator Training

Equip educators and youth leaders with anti-racism and mentorship skills.

Youth Engagement

Trained leaders guide young people through interactive learning modules.

Youth Leadership

Youth develop leadership by mentoring peers and leading projects.

Community Impact

Foster inclusive, welcoming, and safe spaces across schools and organizations.

Questions about DEI training or RISE supports?
Email Hayley at [email protected]