Diversity: The presence of a wide range of human qualities and attributes within a group, organization, or society. These include, but are not limited to, ancestry, race, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, and disability.
Equity: The principle of fairness. Equity recognizes that different people have different needs and circumstances, and that achieving fairness requires addressing systemic barriers and providing tailored support and opportunities.
Inclusion: The practice of ensuring that all individuals are valued, respected, and
supported, and have the opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the work
environment and event experiences.
Accessibility: The design of products, devices, services, or environments so that theymay be used by all people, including people with disabilities.
Pynx Productions is committed to the following principles:
• Respect: We treat all individuals with dignity and respect, valuing their unique
perspectives and contributions.
• Fairness: We ensure that everyone has equal opportunities, and we address systemic barriers that may prevent individuals from fully participating.
• Inclusion: We create environments where everyone feels welcome, valued, and
supported, and where their voices are heard.
• Accessibility: We are committed to creating events that are accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for implementing this policy.
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to ongoing learning and improvement inour DEI efforts, and we regularly review and update this policy to reflect best practices.
• Compliance: We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.
Pynx Productions will implement this policy through the following actions:
Recruitment and Hiring: We will use inclusive hiring practices to attract and retain adiverse workforce. This includes:
• Posting job openings in a variety of places that reach diverse candidates
• Using inclusive language in job descriptions
• Ensuring that interview panels are diverse
Accessibility: We will ensure that workplaces are accessible to people with disabilities, in accordance with the AODA.
Communication: We will communicate our DEI policy to all employees, and
freelancers.
• Violations of this policy will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or termination of contract.
• Pynx Productions will regularly review and update this policy to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with applicable laws.
Pynx Productions will implement this policy through the following actions:
Recruitment and Hiring: We will use inclusive hiring practices to attract and retain adiverse workforce. This includes:
• Posting job openings in a variety of places that reach diverse candidates
• Using inclusive language in job descriptions
• Ensuring that interview panels are diverse
Accessibility: We will ensure that workplaces are accessible to people with disabilities, in accordance with the AODA.
Communication: We will communicate our DEI policy to all employees, and
freelancers.
Pynx Productions encourages anyone who believes they have witnessed or experienced a violation of this DEI Policy to report it promptly.
Reporting Procedures: Reports should be made to Mike D’Eri. You may report concerns in person, in writing, or by email to mike @ pynxpro.ca
