CMA Workplace Diversity Survey
The Workplace Diversity Survey is an essential quantitative investigation that delves into the representational diversity among Canadian museum staff. This bilingual survey was inspired by the ground-breaking study conducted by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Association of Art Museum Directors (AAMD), and the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) in the United States. The first iteration of the survey offers a significant snapshot while recognizing that it cannot encompass the entire heritage sector in Canada. The survey emphasizes the crucial need for continued progress toward diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this effort, the CMA aspires to establish a foundation for regular surveys and qualitative research projects that will drive measurable change and highlight the necessity for unwavering, collective action to cultivate a diverse and inclusive museum landscape in Canada.
This study aims to create a baseline for evaluating representation and inclusion within Canada's heritage sector. The results of this survey and its subsequent iterations will equip policymakers with the evidence needed to devise credible and impactful policies that promote fairness and equity within the sector. It is anticipated that these findings will drive evidence-based policymaking across all areas, including human resources, finance, curation, and visitor experience, throughout Canada's heritage sector.