Diversity and inclusion have been emerging as organizational values and priorities in workplaces across sectors and industries for a number of decades, often as part of a broader conversation about innovation, productivity and prosperity. As a country influenced largely by immigration, with cities that are among the world's most diverse, Canada is well-positioned to be a leader at understanding and leveraging diversity as a strategic advantage. Inclusive practices and cultures can support diverse communities and workplaces and enhance the potential benefit of diversity, but the foundation for all of this requires recognition of diversity as a valued asset.