Resources & Toolkits
Created and curated by Impact North Shore
Explore research, resources, tools, and campaigns related to anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and more.
Research Reports & Fact Sheets
Client Survey Fact Sheets
fact sheetHealth & Wellbeing of Newcomers on the North Shore
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
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Social Belonging of Newcomers on the North Shore
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
Civic Engagement of Newcomers on the North Shore
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
Economic Inclusion of Newcomers on the North Shore
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
North Shore Employer Survey Report
ReportBuilding Promising Practices for Integrating Recent Immigrants into the North Shore Labour Market
This research provides a close look at the impact of COVID-19 on the North Shore labour market and explores opportunities for recruiting, hiring and retaining recent immigrant talent as a key strategy for economic recovery and future growth. It is a summary of community research data gathered in November 2021.
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Moving Towards Racial Equity
REPORTAn Environmental Scan of Models & Frameworks
This document highlights key principles, promising practices and key actions for advancing racial equity work and disaggregated data collection in different spheres of impact. It is the culmination of work completed between October 2020 – June 2021.
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Language and Literacy on the North Shore
REPORTSurvey Results
This document shares data gathered from an online survey conducted in Spring 2020 exploring language and literacy services & learning needs of im/migrants on the North Shore.
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Anti-Racism Resources
How to Disrupt Racist Incidents Through Active Witnessing
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Actions that disrupt and de-escalate critical incidents require community members to act in order to prevent and mitigate harm.
Beyond Black History Month
articleFinding Hidden Histories
We rarely learn about the history of the local figures who pioneered Black life in Canada. As we explore and discover the history of the place many of us call home, we realize that we are missing the stories of many of the Black Canadians who made lives and homes before us.
Community Building
This resource encourages everyone in our North Shore community to celebrate Black identities, and the achievement of Black Canadians and champion Black Futures
Anti-Racism Education
fact sheetAnti-Asian Racism in Canada
This resource provides a brief overview of the history of anti-Asian racism in Canada. It is also available in Farsi, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Ukrainian.
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Checking Situational Safety: The PALMS Assessment
This resource will guide you through the factors you need to consider to assess situational safety when witnessing an incident of hate. It is also available in Farsi, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Ukrainian.
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Grounding Exercises: Self-Regulating After a Stressful Incident
This resource offers suggestions to help regulate and ground yourself after experiencing a racist incident. It is also available in Farsi, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Ukrainian.
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Reporting and Mental Health Related Resources for Victims/Witnesses of a Hate Crime
This resource provides information on how to report an incident of hate, how to access legal and mental health support, and what to do if you witness racism.
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Resources to Learn about Racism/Anti-Racism
This resource provides definitions, suggested readings, documentaries, and actions to help you learn about racism, anti-racism, and being an ally to racialized individuals. It is also available in Farsi.
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Racism and Anti-Racism Terminology
This resource provides definitions of terms used in discussions of anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Toolkits – Curated Resources from External Sources
Employer Resource Toolkit
TOOlkitRethinking Assumptions: Unpacking Canadian Work Experience
Impact North Shore conducted a research project titled Rethinking Assumptions: Unpacking Canadian Work Experience. Building on the research results, this Toolkit was developed to equip employers with actionable resources and strategies to ensure they are able to benefit from im/migrant talent. The Toolkit is divided into several sections covering the various stages of the hiring and onboarding process, with activities, reflection questions, resources, and strategies.
Racial Equity Toolkit
toolkitRacial Equity Toolkit
The Racial Equity Toolkit provides curated information and resources to support organizations and individuals to build their knowledge, take action, and collaborate for racial equity.
Community Awareness Campaigns
Becoming a Community That C.A.R.E.S: 5 Way to Build #UnityInCommunity
In early 2025, Impact North Shore launched a powerful public awareness campaign: #UnityInCommunity. Designed to encourage inclusion and connection in everyday life, the campaign reached more than 20,000 people across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn during February and March.
At its heart, the campaign invited North Shore residents to build a community that truly C.A.R.E.S.: a simple and accessible framework that encourages reflection, education, and action:
#StepUpNorthShore: North Shore Racism Response Protocol
The #STEPUpNorthShore campaign was launched with the clear goal of connecting the community to Step Up together. Powered by the North Shore Racism Response Protocol and through the various campaign components, the message has successfully reached a wide audience, sparking conversations and inspiring action. This campaign is built around the four key sections of the Protocol: Safety & Prevention, Taking Charge, Event Documentation & Reporting, and Providing Care to provide information, education, and tools to appropriately respond to, report on, and support victims of a range of race and hate-based incidents.
The campaign’s website serves as a hub of resources and information, providing community members with the tools they need to address racism in their daily lives. This multilingual, multimedia campaign, including videos, public education initiatives, and community engagements, has not only raised awareness but also empowered individuals to safely intervene during incidents of racism, fostering a more inclusive and united community.