Territory Acknowledgement

CASLPO acknowledges the lands upon which our offices are located are the traditional territories of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples.

We acknowledge that Tkaronto (a Mohawk word meaning “the land where trees stand in the water”) is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit. These lands are now home to many diverse Indigenous peoples and communities. We are thankful to the peoples who have since time immemorial cared for Turtle Island, which includes the land we now call Ontario. Acknowledging these traditional Indigenous territories is one way for us to recognize the rights and history of Indigenous peoples.

We are grateful to call these lands our home, where we enjoy the land and natural resources. We are all members who share a “Dish with One Spoon”, a treaty between the Anishinaabeg, the Mississaugas and the Haudenosaunee that teaches us to live on these lands with respect, non-violence, and sustainability.

DEI Statement

CASLPO recognizes the negative and pervasive impact of colonization, segregation as well as discrimination in our society. In the work that we do, we are committed to developing, encouraging and fostering an environment of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging. We recognize that these principles contribute to good decision making and supports the delivery of health care in the land we now call Ontario.

The College posts resources on this page to help registrants reflect on and respond to the fundamental importance of diversity, equity and inclusion within the health care context. In our ongoing efforts to combat racism and discrimination, we welcome suggestions for more resources from registrants and the public.

Your questions or ideas for positive change are welcome. Please contact the College at [email protected].

Articles & News Statements & Publications DEI E-Forum Series Additional Resources

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion E-Forum Series

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) E-Forum series aligns with the College’s mandate to protect the public interest. Achieving better patient outcomes stems from providing inclusive, culturally sensitive care. For a full list of all CASLPO E-Forums, click here.

Date	Title / Description	Slides	Recording
December 3, 2025	Addressing Ableism in Healthcare CASLPO, in collaboration with the College of Midwives of Ontario (CMO), held an E-Forum covering the definition of Ableism, its impact on patient care, and strategies for health care providers to challenge and dismantle discrimination in health care.	PDF Slides	View Recording
October 29, 2025	Addressing Elder Ageism in Healthcare CASLPO, in collaboration with the College of Opticians of Ontario (COO), held an E-Forum covering the definition of ageism, what ageism looks like and its impact on patient care; and strategies for health care providers to challenge and dismantle ageism in healthcare. Handout - Provincial Directory of Elder Abuse Support and Response Service Organizations Handout - Help and Support for Older Adults Facing Abuse Handout - Conversation Strategies with Older Adults Experiencing or At-Risk of Abuse	PDF Slides
March 31, 2025	Towards Accountable Action on Equity, Allyship, and Peacemaking in Healthcare In Part 1 (March 31), speakers introduced the Coin Model of Privilege and Critical Allyship—a framework to help individuals reflect on their roles in advancing equity, inclusion, and justice. The session also explored how mindsets shaped by colonial systems can affect both the delivery and experience of healthcare. In Part 2 (April 28), attendees received Indigenous teachings focused on shifting away from power-over dynamics. The session offered alternative perspectives to help build new habits of mind that support peacemaking and inclusive approaches to care.		View part 1 View part 2
September 9, 2024	Addressing Anti-Black Racism in health care Special guest speaker Dr. McFarlane discusses the definition of Anti-Black racism, how Anti-Black racism can impact patient care, and how health providers can challenge Anti-Black racism to support dismantling discrimination in health care.	PDF Slides	View Recording
June 11, 2024	Addressing Anti-2SLGBTQIA+ Hate & Transphobia in health care S. Kate Moore explores the meaning of anti-2SLGBTQIA+ hate and transphobia, discussing the complex natures of gender and other aspects of personal identity. She examines how biases within Canada’s health care system impact the well-being of 2SLGBTQAI+ individuals and offers tools for building patient trust and using inclusive language to create a safer, and more inclusive service delivery.	-
May 8, 2024	Addressing Anti-Asian Racism in health care Ms. Go discusses the definition of Anti-Asian racism, how Anti-Asian Racism has impacted patient care (especially since the COVID-19 pandemic), and how health care providers can challenge Anti-Asian Racism to support dismantling discrimination in health care.	PDF Slides	View Recording
March 13, 2024	Addressing Islamophobia in health care Dr. Jalal discusses the definition of Islamophobia, how Islamophobia can impact patients, and how health providers can challenge Islamophobia in health care to move towards more inclusive health care practices.		View Recording
September 19, 2023	Addressing antisemitism in healthcare Drs. Kuper, Krongold and Lefkowitz explore the application of equity and anti-oppression concepts to the Jewish community in health care, examining historical and current marginalization, personal biases, and strategies to combat antisemitism in order to create a safer environment for Jewish patients and colleagues..	-	View Recording
May 29, 2023	Discussing Diversity with Dr. Nafessa Jalal Dr. Nafessa Jalal discusses the various aspects of patient identities, including multigenerational, ability, religious, and racial diversities. She explores how to interact respectfully with different patient groups and emphasize the importance of addressing discrimination.	PDF Slides	View Recording
June 10, 2021	Unconscious Bias and Cultural Competency in Health Care The session, featuring Dr. Nafeesa Jalal, provides valuable insights into enhancing cultural competence, reducing unconscious bias, and understanding the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI); clarifies the distinctions between prejudice, discrimination, and racism; and reviews updates on CASLPO’s Guide for Service Delivery Across Diverse Cultures and the College’s Code of Ethics.	-	View Recording
July 23, 2020	Addressing Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare: Practices and Policies The discussion focused on the significance of diversity, inclusivity, and respect in practice, addressing the impact of bias and discrimination on patients, strategies for improvement using cultural service guidelines and ethical standards, and actionable steps for the College and registrants to promote meaningful change.	PDF Slides	View Recording

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Territory Acknowledgement

DEI Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion E-Forum Series