Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

at the Legion

The Royal Canadian Legion is committed to creating a culture where all Veterans, members, employees, clients and community members feel welcome, respected and able to participate.

Equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen our ability to serve Veterans and their families, promote Remembrance, and serve our communities and country.

Read the full EDI Statement

 

EDI Learning Moment

The EDI Learning Moment is a short video for all Legion members. It explains what equity, diversity and inclusion mean, why they matter to the Legion, and how small actions can help create a more welcoming and inclusive organization.

Watch the Video

Learning Moment participant guide

Use the participant guide during and after the video to support reflection, discussion and practical next steps.

Download the participant guide

 

Understanding Our Membership 

Please complete this optional, confidential survey to help guide future EDI programming. Your anonymous responses will help us better understand the diversity of our membership and support future EDI efforts.

English survey

French survey

 

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about EDI, belonging, equity, barriers, Purple Flags and practical actions members can take at their Branch.

View the frequently asked questions

 

Resources for Legion leadership

EDI Foundations

EDI Foundations is a learning program for Legion leadership. It connects EDI to the Legion’s mission and provides practical tools for creating welcoming, inclusive and fair environments.

View the EDI Foundations program

 
Participant guide

Use the participant guide during and after the program to support reflection, discussion and practical next steps.

Download the participant guide

 

Contacts

For questions, guidance or support, contact the Dominion Command EDI team or your Provincial Command EDI representative.

View EDI Contacts

 

Additional resource

Government of Canada: Guide on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Terminology

View the terminology guide