Community Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Community Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (C.D.E.I.C.) is searching for new members!

Interested? Read on to learn about the Committee, the expected time commitment and recruitment process and then submit your application by Monday, July 31.

What is the C.D.E.I.C.?

The Community Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (C.D.E.I.C.) was established in July 2020 with community representatives who came together to support City staff to implement its Diversity and Inclusion Plan. 

Committee members use their skills, knowledge and lived experience to bring forward the voices of diverse community groups and organizations in Oshawa, advise on the elimination of barriers within City programs, services and policies for diverse populations, and consult on the development of new initiatives and programs.

For more information about the C.D.E.I.C., please read the C.D.E.I.C.’s Terms of Reference and the City of Oshawa’s Diversity and Inclusion Plan.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 8-10 Committee Meetings per year. The C.D.E.I.C. typically meets in the evenings from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. (meeting times and frequency may be adjusted as needed).
• Approximately 30 minutes in advance of each Committee Meeting to review meeting materials.
• Ad-hoc sub-committee meetings as needed (voluntary).
• Opportunities to represent the C.D.E.I.C. at community events (voluntary). 

Join the C.D.E.I.C.

Oshawa residents with:

• lived or living experience as a member of an equity-deserving community;
• knowledge of anti-racism/anti-oppressive practice and/or diversity, equity and inclusion matters; or,
• a passion for ensuring that everyone has the same opportunities to participate and engage in their communities;

are encouraged to submit an application to become a C.D.E.I.C. member.

Recruitment Process

We are committed to making the recruitment process equitable for all applicants. Your application will be reviewed by the C.D.E.I.C.'s Recruitment Sub-Committee made up of two City Staff and three members of the C.D.E.I.C.

In order to reduce potential for bias, all applications will be reviewed anonymously. This means that personal details (names, email addresses, dates, etc.) will be removed before the recruitment sub-committee reviews the application. Each application will be scored by members of the recruitment sub-committee using standardized criteria.

Please make sure to provide plenty of detail about your skills, knowledge and experience in the application to ensure that there is enough information to assess your qualifications for the Committee.

Applicants that meet the minimum score required will be invited to an interview. The interview will be conducted in person by two members of the recruitment sub-committee. Applicants will receive the questions before the interview and interviews are expected to take up to one hour. The Recruitment Sub-Committee will work with applicants to schedule an interview time that works best for them. Accommodations will be made any applicant who needs them.

The City of Oshawa is committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in its work, staff, and the community. As part of our commitment to equity and inclusion, we invite applications from all people of different identities.

Ready to Apply?

Thank you for your interest in joining the C.D.E.I.C.!

The application period for 2023 is now closed.

If you require accommodation to navigate the application process, please contact: [email protected] or 905-436-3311. 

Committee Members