Integrating diversity and equality into the fabric of the organization

Reports on the process by which the Bank of Montreal became an organization fully committed to workplace equality and workforce diversity. The idea arose during the development of the new corporate strategic plan, when it became clear that competitive advantage lay in this direction. The vision was therefore incorporated into the plan. This was followed by the setting up of four task forces, looking at the advancement of women, the employment of aboriginal people and people with disabilities, and the needs of visible minorities. Describes the findings of each of the task forces and how the recommendations of each were put into practice. Summarizes the changes that have taken and are taking place at the bank as a result of this initiative.