Lafarge Canada celebrates women in the workplace
Canada NewsWire
MISSISSAUGA, ON, March 8, 2021
MISSISSAUGA, ON, March 8, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - As we proudly announced last week, we were awarded one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for the 7th consecutive year—a recognition that speaks volumes about the central role diversity plays within Lafarge Canada.
In light of International Women's Day—a day to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and across nations—today we celebrate our own achievements in supporting women in the workplace, and highlight the efforts and progress we've made to further elevate diversity, and women, across our business.
Similarly in Western Canada, the team has launched WOW– Women of Western Canada, to also create opportunities for women to network and stimulate discussion and discourse to maximize a culture of diversity and inclusivity. WOW provides the opportunity for Lafarge teammates to identify opportunities to improve, and brainstorm methodologies to stimulate diversity and inclusion both within Lafarge's operations and within the industry as a whole.
"In a sector in which women can sometimes be under represented, taking these steps is critical," explains David Redfern, CEO, Eastern Canada. "We are making significant strides in building a more sustainable future for all. That includes building sustainable workplaces too, where gender equality, inclusion, belonging, and diversity are celebrated," concludes David.
"I'm motivated by my colleagues and teammates," comments Brad Kohl, CEO, Western Canada. "The results prove that equal leadership that welcomes diversity and a variety of backgrounds is the key to our success. Mentoring and motivating each other and our up-and-coming employees ensures the growth of a healthy workspace - one that we are dedicated to maintaining in all of our operations, both in the office and in the field."
On this note, we wish all women across our business and beyond, a Happy International Women's Day!
About Lafarge Canada
Lafarge is Canada's largest provider of sustainable construction materials and a member of the global group, LafargeHolcim. With 6,000 employees and 350 sites across Canada, our mission is to provide construction solutions that build better cities and communities. The cities where Canadians live, work, and raise their families along with the community's infrastructure benefit from the solutions provided by Lafarge consisting of aggregates, asphalt and paving, cement, precast concrete, ready-mix concrete and road construction.
SOURCE Lafarge Canada Inc.