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 | 2025
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
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Social Belonging of Newcomers on the North Shore | 2025
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
Civic Engagement of Newcomers on the North Shore | 2025
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
Economic Inclusion of Newcomers on the North Shore | 2025
Information from Impact North Shore’s 2024-2025 Client Survey.
North Shore Employer Survey Report
ReportBuilding Promising Practices for Integrating Recent Immgrants into the North Shore Labour Market | 2022
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 | 2021
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 | 2020
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
how-toSpotlight Post | 2023
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 | 2023
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 | 2023
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 sheetReporting and Mental Health Related Resources for Victims/Witnesses of a Hate Crime | 2022
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 | 2022
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 | 2022
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 | 2023
Impact North Shore conducted a research project titled Rethinking Assumptions: Unpacking Canadian Work Experience. The project critically assessed the validity of employers requiring “Canadian Work Experience” and explored how the concept of Canadian Work Experience negatively affects racialized im/migrants seeking employment in their respective fields as well as employers who are unable to find talent in the tight labour market.
Racial Equity Toolkit
toolkitRacial Equity Toolkit | 2025
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.