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Insights from our peer-reviewed journal | Compiled by Megan Skrip - 26 February 2026
Can allyship training change the Canadian mining industry?
As part of efforts to advance equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the Canadian mining industry, a recent evaluation of an allyship training program called Active Allies found that participants—particularly those with no marginalized identities—increased their understanding of key concepts (including bias, discrimination, harassment and microaggressions) and practised more active listening after completing the program.
Above: By following the ally activation change model, individuals and organizations can advance on their EDI journey through the four stages (Peltier-Huntley and Dias, 2023).
Participants also reported having more frequent discussions in their workplace about inequities after training. However, their intention to formally report biased behaviours did not increase, signalling that “while formal EDI training can help employees gain awareness, further strategies may be needed to ensure that formal reporting systems are understood, trusted and accessible to employees and supported by leaders,” the researchers wrote.
The study involved 76 participants, over half in supervisory or senior leadership roles, from four Saskatchewan-based mining companies and comprised four weeks of self-paced video modules paired with reflection exercises and weekly small-group discussions via video call. Participants reported that the modules provided them with the knowledge to have meaningful conversations and found the small group discussions across multiple companies in the industry particularly impactful.
“Active Allies equips professionals with the practical tools, inclusive language and courage required to embed equity, inclusion and reconciliation into daily decision-making and ethical professional practice,” said Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley, lead author of the study.
Authors Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley (right) and Rosa Moazed
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