Overview
Alberta’s government continues to take action to address racism and help build a more inclusive province.
Our Anti-Racism Action Plan was the first of its kind in Alberta. It outlined government's commitment to lead by sharing the value of diversity, removing systemic barriers to accessing government programs and services and ensuring Albertans have fair access to information, resources, services and opportunities.
One year later, we have made great strides. Taking Action on Racism – our year in review report highlights the significant progress made in combating racism, celebrating diversity and strengthening social inclusion. This includes actions to support community-based organizations, First Nations and Metis groups to identify and address systemic and social barriers, and develop effective community supports.
Together, we will help more Albertans participate to their full potential in society and extend the many benefits that diversity brings to our province.
I want to:
- Read Taking Action on Racism – a year in review
- Read Alberta's Anti-Racism Action Plan
- Learn about related grant programs
- Learn about the Alberta Black Advisory Council
- Learn about the Alberta Anti-Racism Advisory Council
Taking Action on Racism – a year in review
Taking Action on Racism – a year in review identifies actions taken since the launch of Alberta's Anti-Racism Action Plan.
These are complex issues, but our efforts are making a difference. We've implemented 26 of the 28 recommended actions from the plan as of December, 2023.
Alberta's Anti-Racism Action Plan
Key actions in the Anti-Racism Action Plan are grouped into 5 themes that highlight broad areas to make progress and build a more equitable and inclusive society.
The plan includes steps to measure progress to make sure government actions are effective.
Grant programs
- Anti-Racism Grant – Provides grant funding for activities and initiatives that help address and prevent racism and promote inclusive multicultural communities.
- Ethnocultural grant – Provides grant funding for initiatives that create intercultural connections and celebration of diversity among ethnocultural and Indigenous groups.
How we got here
People from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds can experience bias, hatred, discrimination and systemic barriers that impact their overall health and well-being and access to jobs, education and public services. In recent years, there has been an increase in hate crimes towards Albertans due to race or ethnicity.
As Alberta’s population becomes increasingly diverse, it is more important than ever to identify and address ways in which the experiences of racialized individuals and Indigenous peoples are impacted.
Alberta Black Advisory Council
In 2024, we established the Alberta Black Advisory Council to focus on addressing racism and systemic barriers faced by Alberta’s Black population.
This work is a key component in helping to build inclusive communities where all people are appreciated, valued, and respected.
Anti-racism engagement
In 2022, we gathered input from Albertans and Indigenous communities to help ensure future government actions to address racism are effective and inclusive.
We will continue to listen to and work with racialized individuals and Indigenous peoples while implementing this plan.
Alberta Anti-Racism Advisory Council
In 2021, the Alberta Anti-Racism Advisory Council provided a set of recommendations to government on how to implement and evaluate action items to combat racism.
Those recommendations, along with conversations with groups who are impacted by, or have a role to play in addressing racism, have guided the development of the Anti-Racism Action Plan.
News
- Advisory council: Inclusion for Black Albertans (February 20, 2024)
- Progress in Alberta on the fight against racism (December 15, 2023)
- Engaging Albertans on anti-racism (September 22, 2022)
- A new road map for combating racism (July 18, 2022)