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EHRC’s Flagship Event on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Agents of Change 2025

Thursday, May. 20, 2025 | Toronto, ON

Featuring an exciting lineup of guest speakers and engaging sessions, we explore current and emerging DEI best practices both within Canada and globally. Our speakers and attendees bring diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to share stories, learn from experiences and create connections to foster inclusive workplaces.

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Agents of Change 2025
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Agent of Change Award

The Agent of Change Award recognizes and celebrates exemplary leadership in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. This award is presented annually to someone in Canada’s electricity sector who consistently demonstrates commitment, passion and impact in the workplace.

In 2024, EHRC was proud to recognize Vivian Yoanidis, Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Hydro One, as the Agent of Change Award recipient.

Nominations close Mar. 31, 2025.

Submit a nomination

About Agents of Change

Since its launch in 2018, Agents of Change has been an exceptional professional development opportunity for HR professionals, students and new graduates, company leaders and DEI champions. We are proud to provide a platform that brings together employers, unions, academia, associations, nonprofits and government.

Each year, attendees tell us they leave inspired and equipped with new knowledge and resources to empower underrepresented individuals in their workplaces – not just in the electricity sector, but in industries nationwide.

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Event Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for their support of Agents of Change 2025.

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Sponsor Agents of Change

EHRC’s Agents of Change offers your brand exceptional visibility at the foremost DEI event in the industry. Sponsoring this inspiring event establishes your organization as a leading figure in Canada’s electricity sector and a champion for our workforce.

To explore sponsorship opportunities for this event, please refer to the guide below or contact Vilyen Pidgornyy, Business Development & Partnerships, at pidgornyy@ehrc.ca.

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Electricity is an innovative sector, but innovation can only flourish in an environment that encourages diverse perspectives. EHRC specializes in developing tools, training and policies to improve workplace inclusion for workers from diverse backgrounds.

Explore our DEI programs

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Leadership Accord on DEI

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The Leadership Accord is a public commitment by Canadian employers, educators, unions and governments to promote values of diversity, equity and inclusion within their organizations.

Launched by EHRC in 2017, the Accord provides an opportunity for stakeholders to actively build a workforce that is truly representative and supportive of Canada’s people.

Learn about the Accord

Contact Us

For questions about Agents of Change or more information about EHRC’s DEI programs and resources, please contact us at dei@ehrc.ca or 613-235-5540, ext. 226.