DIVERSITY. EQUITY. INCLUSION.
Building an Inclusive Culture
 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CN is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continuously look for ways to build a culture that is welcoming to all. Our diverse perspectives come from our team of railroaders of varying backgrounds, cultures, abilities and perspectives.

We believe that building a respectful, inclusive, and supportive culture is integral to our ability to innovate, make decisions, and to better serve our customers, communities, and the North American economy.
Employee Resource Groups
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring together employees who share a common identity, experiences, and interests. CN’s ERGs create a culture of inclusion by providing open forums and safe spaces for employees to meet, advise on opportunities, reach out to communities, and be their authentic selves.

Learn more about CN’s ERGs and how they are supporting diverse groups and encouraging greater inclusion.

  • ADAPT (ALLIES OF DIVERSEABILITY PARTNERING TOGETHER)
    The ADAPT ERG focuses on creating safe spaces and increasing awareness through open dialogue and education on issues important to people with diverse abilities. The group is open to anyone whose lives have been impacted by disability, including allies, family members and caretakers.
  • INDIGENOUS
    A safe space for Indigenous and non-Indigenous employees to share, learn, and grow together around the unique recognitions, relationships and histories that Indigenous Peoples hold.

  • LATINOS CN
    A network of employees at CN who promote cultural diversity and professional development to our members and create a supportive environment for the Latin community at CN.
  • PRIDE
    A community of employees contributing to creating a positive, inclusive and sustainable work environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LBGTQ2+) employees.
  • P.A.C.E. (PAN-ASIAN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT)
    A group focused on celebrating Asian talent, culture and heritage where Asian talent can thrive and be themselves.

  • R.I.S.E NETWORK
    A group of Black CN employees and their allies who are focused on using their collective voices to inspire, promote and support each other.
  • VETERANS AT CN
    The Veterans at CN ERG helps to engage employees around internal and external veteran and military service-related activities and events.
  • WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE (WE) RESOURCE GROUP
    WE is dedicated to supporting, attracting, and promoting female employees at CN with opportunities to network and further their development and growth.
Diversity and Inclusion Stories
Experience how we celebrate and embrace our differences and make them our strength.
MAR 09, 2023 Black History Month an Opportunity to Learn Together Read More
DEC 02, 2022 CN Employee Resource Group A.D.A.P.T. A Community to Support People With Visible and Non-Visible Disabilities Read More
OCT 28, 2022 Indigenous Mural Unveiled at CN’s Winnipeg Campus to Commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Read More
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A Catalyst for Change
CN aspires to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We have made year-over-year progress and we will continue to put efforts to have better representation across our company. In 2020, CN committed to accelerating the advancement of women in business as a signatory to the Catalyst Accord 2022.
50%

OF OUR CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS ARE WOMEN
42%

OF ACTIVE EMPLOYEES AT THE SENIOR MANAGER LEVEL ARE FROM UNDERREPRESENTATED GROUPS 
27%

OF THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM ARE WOMEN (30% TARGET BY THE END OF 2022)
CN is Proud to be Recognized as a Top Employer Year After Year
Not only to do these notable distinctions reaffirm our efforts to be a leading company, community partner and employer, but they energize us to keep on pushing forward to make CN even better.

The Career Directory 2022 Award - Best Employer for recent graduates       forbes            Canada's Best Diversity Employers              Canada's Best 50 Corporate Citizens   
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