The EDIA events and partnerships within the TD Entrepreneurship Inclusion Initiative fosters an inclusive environment that embraces diversity in all forms. Our events are designed to educate, empower and engage students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring everyone has equal access to entrepreneurial opportunities. This aligns with our project’s commitment to building a more inclusive community by supporting initiatives that drive positive social change.
Students apply their learning to real-world scenarios, equipping them with the skills needed to navigate diverse workplaces and entrepreneurial ventures.
All students enrolled at an accredited Canadian University/College are eligible to participate in EDIA events. We encourage students from all faculties and backgrounds to join, as the initiative is designed to be inclusive and accessible to everyone.
No prior experience or specific qualifications are required, just a willingness to learn and engage in meaningful discussions.
The mission of AFACS is to encourage and foster successful exposure and community awareness of African arts and culture in Nova Scotia. AFACS is a cultural society that strives to provide an enabling environment that will encourage the promotion of African arts and culture for all people of African descent living in Nova Scotia.
The Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub is a national network of six regional research hubs with the mandate of co-creating and co-generating community-focused research to ensure Black businesses are able reach their full potential. The knowledge and national data generated from the Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub seeks to address the current dearth, fragmented and anecdotal state of information on Black entrepreneurship. Our aim is to deliver on important knowledge, insights and outcomes that resonate with the local regional needs of Black entrepreneurs, community members and organizations across Canada.
Autism NS is a community-based organization that builds understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for Autistics/individuals on the autism spectrum and their families through leadership, advocacy, education, training, and programming across the lifespan.
Since 1996, the Black Business Initiative (BBI) has been the one-stop shop for Black businesses to achieve their potential. Today, BBI offers the funding, training and networking opportunities to help more than 200 Black businesses per year to grow and thrive.
Through educational programs, mentorship, networking opportunities, and financial support, BIJ helps youth build business knowledge and leadership skills. Over the past decade, BIJ has inspired thousands of participants to stay in school, launch their own businesses and bring strong professionalism to the workplace.
EduNova, located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is a provincial co-operative association of education providers – the only one of its kind in Canada. EduNova’s mission is to champion Nova Scotia as a leader in the international student experience while advancing social and economic growth in the province. Its membership is comprised of colleges, universities, language schools and K-12 public and independent schools that work together to bring students from all over the world to Nova Scotia – to study, stay and thrive.
The Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia (EFMNS) is a non-profit, charitable organization devoted to improving the lives of marginalized groups of identified women, girls, non-binary, and gender diverse individuals who have been let down by a broken justice system that perpetuates inequality.
EmployNXT leverages AI and machine learning to streamline job matching, predict future skill sets, and enhance hiring processes. Our deep tech innovations include LLM models for skill prediction and real-time image processing for video interview grading, empowering job seekers and employers with advanced career-building tools and insights.
FACE is a national and bilingual Black-led non-profit organization focused on providing resources and information to Black Businesses across Canada to accelerate wealth creation for Canadians of African descent.
FlintHub is where Indigenous knowledge, innovation, and entrepreneurship come together. Rooted in relationship and reciprocity, we create space for Indigenous leaders to design solutions, build businesses, and lead systems change – on their own terms.
Building Global Peace through Education, Entrepreneurship & Storytelling
Empowering immigrant and refugee women to build and grow their own businesses.
Nova Scotia Community College is transforming our province. Through a network of 14 campuses, NSCC provides Nova Scotians with inclusive and flexible access to education and the specialized, industry-driven training essential for today and tomorrow’s workforce.
Pure Gold Foundation is a non-profit organisation committed to empowering Black youth and families to rise with purpose, confidence, and a strong sense of identity.
For over 25 years, reachAbility has been dedicated to one mission: equalizing the playing field for Nova Scotians facing barriers. ReachAbility is a grassroots charitable organization that believes true inclusion starts with action.
Service Canada expands services within communities.
Skills Canada – Nova Scotia (SCNS) works with youth who want to explore careers in skilled trades and technologies. Skills Canada offer programs through partnerships with industry, government, labour, and education.
The SMU Counselling Centre provides free, confidential support for registered students. Services include individual counselling, peer-based support, and mental health workshops
The TD Ready commitment Initiative helps support underserved communities and make a positive impact for the customers and communities they serve by driving progress towards four areas that they call the Interconnected Drivers of Change: Financial Security, Vibrant Planet, Connected Communities, and Better Health.
TEAM Work Cooperative works with job seekers, employers and community partners to offer employment support for all.
A recognized virtual community of experts and practitioners from the African Development Bank Group, governments, think tanks, academic institutions, and development organizations across Africa and around the world.
For any questions or concerns, please email inclusion@smu.ca
