Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Inclusion & Anti-Discrimination Committee

The CCBA-AMBC Inclusion & Anti-Discrimination Committee was formed in 2019 to address the areas of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Canadian Craft Beer Industry.

Committee Objectives:

1. Increasing representation of marginalized groups in craft beer

2. Reducing discrimination currently faced in the industry

3. Educating on how to do better and maintain progress

4. Craft beer as a catalyst for community inclusivity

What are we working on right now?

DEI Change Agents Action Learning Community
- Twice monthly 1-hour online gatherings open to anyone who self-identifies as a ‘change agent’ in the industry
- Focus on reflection practice and supporting individuals who are doing the work in their sphere of influence
- A safe space for learning, supporting others and holding each other accountable for moving forward
Educational Opportunities & Discussion Resources
- Third Thursdays – online learning sessions with guest speakers
- Beyond the Beer – Blog posts related to DEI and how to get past performative actions and create impact
Personal Values Workshops
- A 90-minute workshop (currently offered at no charge) designed to help leaders in the industry identify their core personal values and craft a personal value statement
- A valuable first step in undertaking the mindset change required to do DEI work as a leader and also important when trying to define or work with company values as an owner or leader
Jalapeño HR program: pilot project (minimum 4 months)
- Providing small breweries with the fundamental and necessary resources to establish a strong HR structure and foundation that they can grow on
- Includes membership in a community with the other participating breweries to support and learn from one another
Benchmarking Survey
- In 2021, the CCBA in partnership with Jalapeno Employee Engagement conducted an industry-wide benchmarking survey to assess the state of diversity, equity and inclusion in the Canadian Craft Beer Industry.
- The key takeaways from this benchmarking survey serve as a guide for the committee’s priorities. The association intends to survey its members regularly in future years.
- 2021 Survey Results Debrief with Jalapeno Employee Engagement: watch the video
- Key Takeaways Summary Document – DEI Survey (EN)