DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Embracing a Sea of Differences
Genoa is proud to participate in events celebrating our diversity and fostering inclusion and awareness. We believe in taking an active role in our communities, and we encourage the involvement of employees in supporting the diversity that contributes to the richness and vibrancy of the communities in which we operate.
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Diversity in the Marine Sector
Source: Canadian Women in Ocean Industries Leadership’s (CWOIL) National Action Plan: Inclusion and Diversity in the Blue Economy
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Women in Leadership
We are convinced that gender-balanced leadership teams have a competitive advantage and are drivers of business success. Genoa is committed to ensuring equitable representation across all diversity dimensions, which includes enhancing our current focus on gender equality.
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Genoa's Gender Balance
Women in Leadership
36%
Gender Balance
We aspire to create a workforce that mirrors society, and by 2030, we aim for women to hold 50% of leadership roles.
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Welcoming 2SLGBTQIA+
Team Members
At Genoa, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where every team member is valued and respected, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Our goal is to create a culture where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning employees can freely #BeYourself both at work and in the community. We also actively encourage all team members to become Allies, advocating for equality and supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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Employee
Resource Groups
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at Genoa are employee-led initiatives that bring together team members with shared interests or backgrounds to foster a sense of belonging and contribute to a more inclusive company culture. These groups play a crucial role in shaping our culture and enhancing employee engagement, positively impacting our business.
Identity-Based ERGs
Our Women in the Wheelhouse program empowers female colleagues who have been historically underrepresented in our industry.
Interest-Based ERGs
Our Page Sailors book club is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through the exploration of literature.
Career-Focused ERGs
The Path to P.Eng. Program provides mentorship and support for our engineers, assisting them in obtaining their P.Eng. designation.
Well-Being ERGs
Mental Health Moments are monthly sessions hosted by team members to discuss strategies for improving overall wellness.
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Promoting Ethnic
and Cultural Diversity
We celebrate and embrace the rich tapestry of ethnic and cultural diversity within our team. At Genoa, we believe that a diverse workforce enhances creativity, fosters innovation, and drives success. Our initiatives aim to promote understanding, acceptance, and appreciation of diverse cultures, ensuring every team member feels a strong sense of belonging.
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Empowering People
with Disabilities
We believe that everyone brings unique strengths and skills to the workplace. Genoa strives to create an inclusive and accessible environment where people with disabilities can thrive and succeed. An accessible workplace means providing physical and digital accessibility, ensuring all employees can fully participate and contribute. Our commitment includes:
Tools for people who are blind, colour blind, or have low vision, such as high contrast mode, keyboard shortcuts, magnification tools, screen readers, and wayfinding systems.
Solutions for those who are hard of hearing, have hearing loss, or deafness, including closed captioning and sign language interpreters.
Customizable interfaces and task management tools to support those with dyslexia, seizures, autism, or other cognitive differences.
Assistive technologies to aid with distraction, reading, and concentration, such as do-not-disturb mode and noise-cancelling headsets, along with flexible work arrangements that allow for necessary breaks.
Our buildings have accessibility features, including ramps, wide doorways, spacious layouts, and elevators, as well as alternative input devices like adaptive keyboards and ergonomic mice.