Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

DIVERSITY. EQUITY. INCLUSION.

Building an Inclusive Culture

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.

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 ENCAGEMENT)
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.

APR 27, 2021 CN is Moving Toward a New Level of Collaboration with Indigenous Communities Read More

JUN 21, 2021 CN Celebrates Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day with our Indigenous Employee Resource Group Read More

JUN 14, 2021 CN Celebrates Pride Month With Our PRIDE (LGBTQ2+) Employee Resource Group Read More

FEB 23, 2021 CN Celebrates Black History Month and Launches the R.I.S.E. Employee Resource Group Read More

MAY 07, 2021 CN Celebrates Asian Heritage Month With the Pan-Asian Community Engagement Employee Resource Group Read More

MAR 08, 2021 CN Celebrates International Women’s Day Recognizing Our Proud Female Railroaders and Introducing CN's Women's Employee (WE) Resource Group 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

32%

OF ACTIVE EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE SENIOR MANAGER EMPLOYMENT EQUITY OCCUPATIONAL GROUP ARE DIVERSE

30%

IS THE TARGET CN SET OF WOMEN WHO WILL BE ON THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM BY 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.