Cultivating an inclusive culture

We’re committed to listening, learning and embracing different perspectives and experiences – to cultivate a culture where everyone belongs.

Prioritizing our team member experiences

We continue to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone to evolve and grow. This is what our team members have to say about our culture.

93%

of my colleagues respect my thoughts and feelings.

96%

believe that TELUS respects team members with diverse backgrounds and identities.

91%

feel that TELUS values different ways of thinking and divergent points of view.
2021 Canada’s Best Diversity Employers award logo
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Mediacorp
Canada's Top Employers for Young People logo
Canada's Top Employers for Young People
2022 Report on Businesss Women Lead Here award logo
Women Lead Here Honouree, Globe & Mail

Celebrating our progress

Everyone can thrive here

We are committed to ensuring that every TELUS team member is valued, their contributions are recognized and they can thrive in a safe and equitable environment.
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Removing barriers

We continue to identify unconscious biases and eliminate barriers to inclusion for racialized people and other marginalized groups so that everyone feels valued and respected.
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Unleashing your potential

We foster an inclusive coaching culture where every team member can unlock their potential, sparking innovation and driving more meaningful impact as individuals and as a business.
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Supporting your best self

We appreciate every team member’s unique talents, voice and abilities, and offer the flexibility to work in-office or virtually, empowering everyone to prioritize work-life quality and well-being.

Team Member-Led Resource Groups

With over 8,000 members, these groups play a vital role in recognizing diversity, advancing inclusion and fostering well-being within our organization and communities. They support team members who identify as women, Indigenous, individuals of varying abilities, newcomers, Black and LGBTQ2+.

Wayne Hall (he/him), Manager, CSE Escalation Support & Intelligence and Eagles Team Member

Wayne Hall (he/him)

Manager, CSE Escalation Support & Intelligence and Eagles Team Member

“As an Indigenous team member of Métis heritage, I feel grateful that I work at an organization that makes space for the important discussion around discrimination. I'm also proud to help lead TELUS' commitment to reconciliation with our Indigenous communities and support building a culture of diversity and inclusion.”

Chris Mraz (he/him) Manager, Independent Channel

Chris Mraz (he/him)

Manager, Independent Channel

“I've had the privilege of being a TELUS team member since 2015 during which I've consistently felt safe as a transgender individual. More importantly, TELUS has provided me a space to be a LGBTQ2+ community advocate with active support from my peers and leaders. The vocal support from our collective leadership fills me with pride and comfort knowing that TELUS is a place where both myself and members of my community can thrive.”

Our commitment to accessibility

Accessibility is a must-have, not a nice-to-have. We are passionate about creating technology that improves accessibility for customers and team members — it’s an integral part of how TELUS develops our solutions and workplace.

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Paying it forward

Diversity drives innovation and that’s why we provide future leaders with career opportunities and financial support. We believe in empowering the next generation through initiatives like our Diversity in Technology Scholarship, which supports women and minorities in their final year of studies in a technology-related program at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
“I'm incredibly grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the TELUS Diversity in Technology Scholarship. I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the entire TELUS team for this recognition! This scholarship represents a shared commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in STEM. As I enter my final year at the University of Toronto, this scholarship will play a pivotal role in supporting my education and furthering my professional development. It will also support me to continue working on co-creating evidence-based toolkits to enhance patient care for black men with prostate cancer at Women's College Hospital.  With this, I look forward to pursuing a career in global health research and sustainable tech development to amplify access to healthcare. Thank you once again, TELUS, for your generous support, which will undoubtedly make an impact on my personal and professional journey!”

Fawziyah Ibrahim (she/her)

2023 TELUS Diversity in Technology Scholarship winner

Leading by example

To be a leader in diversity and inclusion means ensuring that our amazing team reflects the diversity of our customers and communities at every level of the organization. Our inclusive environment makes the most of our team members’ experiences, encouraging diversity of thought — the spark of innovation.

“As a biracial person of Japanese and Irish heritage, I have experienced the richness and beauty of multiple cultures. As a parent of a neurodiverse child, I have learned the importance of embracing every person's unique talents and abilities. I bring these perspectives to my role as Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, and believe that celebrating our team members' diverse and intersecting identities will foster a culture where everyone feels connected and supported.”

Allyson McElwain (she/her)

Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Allyson McElwain (she/her), Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Taking a stand

We remain firm in our stance against all forms of racism, violence and hate. We’re committed to ensuring Canada is a safe and welcoming country for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or ability.
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Indigenous Reconciliation

In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, TELUS is committed to progressing the path of reconciliation in a deeply meaningful way and is dedicated to fulfilling our role and responsibilities in this regard.

For more than a decade, TELUS has collaborated with Indigenous Peoples and organizations to enable connectivity and bridge digital, geographic and socio-economic divides. Working together, we are helping create tangible outcomes that will impact generations to come. Learn more from Indigenous voices here.

BlackNorth Initiative

We are committed to investing 3% of our corporate donations for the Black community, hiring at least 5% Black students and having 3.5% of our leadership roles held by Black or racialized persons by 2025.
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Supporting our communities

Connected for Good

We're bridging digital divides by supporting Canadians with disabilities, low-income families and seniors, youth aging out of foster care and individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Proudly behind Pride

We support Pride events across Canada and internationally through targeted sponsorships and TELUS team member participation.
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Helping youth reach a friendlier future

TELUS Friendly Future Foundation empowers young people through funding enhanced access to technology, health and educational programs.
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Partnering for progress

At TELUS, we believe in building long-standing strategic partnerships with suppliers who reflect our diverse communities and bring new ideas and creativity to the business.

Supplier Diversity Program

We offer culturally diverse suppliers, including 2SLGBTQ+, people with disabilities, minority-owned businesses and women-run organizations, opportunities to competitively bid for our business.

Indigenous Procurement

Informed by the TELUS Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), we offer Indigenous suppliers opportunities to expand their networks and contribute to their local economies by showcasing their unique products and services.