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As of April 1, 2008, there were 12,455 people working in permanent full-time, permanent part-time, term and labour service positions in the public service.

Workplace Diversity

The Saskatchewan public service is an equity partner of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission

The diversity of the people in the Saskatchewan public service is one of its greatest strengths. Managing diversity successfully means creating an environment that values and uses the contributions of people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Diversity refers to all of the characteristics that make individuals different from each other. These differences can include factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, or having a disability.

Our province is becoming more diverse through initiatives such as new immigration programs in place to assist people from around the world to move here. As well, our Aboriginal youth are the fastest growing demographic in the province. At the same time, persons with disabilities are also an under-utilized group that is able to assist with the labour shortages we are facing.

It is important that the Saskatchewan public service reflect the diversity found in our province, to ensure our policies, programs and frontline services are responsive and relevant to the people of the province.

This website provides further information about diversity in the Saskatchewan public service, measures we are using to ensure our workforce reflects our population, and tools and information managers and employees may use to help ensure our workforce is a diverse one.

		Why do we need Workplace Diversity? Information about the importance of diversity in our public service workforce.

		Diversity Training Lists of courses available for public service employees and managers that relate directly to diversity in the workplace.

		Equity Group Definitions and Goals More information about the four equity groups as determined by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission.

		How do I self-declare as a member of an equity group? If you are a member of a defined equity group (or more than one), and you are an employee in the public service, you may consider declaring yourself as such to your employer. Click here for more information.

		Related diversity policies Workplace Diversity policies for workplaces and employees in the public service, found in the Human Resource Manual and collective agreements.

		Statistical reporting Statistical information about the number of employees within the provincial public service who are members of an equity group.

		Committees and Affiliated Groups Groups within the Saskatchewan public service with a direct link to the goals and objectives of Workplace Diversity.

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