(Ottawa – November 13, 2024) The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is celebrating the renewal of the federal Dimensions: equity, diversity and inclusion Canada program following its successful five-year pilot phase.

The federal Tri-agency initiative was co-designed with post-secondary institutions to help increase equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in research. The program seeks to eliminate systemic barriers and support equitable access to funding opportunities.

“The federal government deserves applause for renewing Dimensions. This low-cost program has proven its value in strengthening Canada’s academic research efforts by making sure researchers who have faced barriers can be included,” said CAUT executive director David Robinson.