The City of Markham is embarking on a journey to redefine our principles of Diversity equity and inclusion. We believe that the values of cohesion, harmony and celebrating difference and diversity as key ingredients to our success in creating an environment where everyone belongs.
Our welcoming values go far beyond words or corporate emails. They are who we are.
We live and breathe them every day in many ways:
"The City of Markham is proud of its recruitment and retention programs we have built over time, that positively engage and invest in our staff, while instilling a sense of belonging in the organization"
— Andy Taylor (He/Him) Chief Administrative Officer
Dignity really means that I deserve the best treatment I can receive. And that I have the responsibility to give the best treatment I can to other people.
— Maya Angelou
By joining our team, you will be immersed in our important work and a supportive environment right from the start! You will gain insight into the community’s make-up and find opportunities where you can apply your strengths. As you explore your role, you will be able to find new ways to keep our values at the center of everything we do.
We focus on real topics that matter to our community. After all, diversity, inclusion, equity, accessibility and belonging is journey that you are invited to partake in! In Markham, we value and celebrate your lived experience and unique, intersectional identities.
"Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility are a journey – not a destination. Our team is continuously listening, learning and acting. We take a lot of pride in the work we do and in creating a sense of belonging in our workplace and our community."
— Michael (He/Him), Senior Advisor, Marketing & Communications, Corporate Communications & Community Engagement
Diversity is about all of us and about us having to figure out how to walk through this world together.
— Jacqueline Woodson
"We are working towards becoming a principled organization by doing the hard work that brings us closer to our desired values of Inclusion and equity. We acknowledge that each of us has a role to play in this, and we are excited to do this together, as a community."
— Joanne Kinya Baker (She/Her) DEI Specialist