Introducing Supplier Diversity Alliance Canada (SDAC) The Supplier Diversity Alliance Canada (SDAC) was established in 2016 with the intention of advancing supplier diversity in Canada. The SDAC is composed of four national supplier diversity councils that specialize in certifying diverse suppliers - WBE Canada, CAMSC, CGLCC and IWSCC. Collaborating and aligning efforts in key areas, the SDAC strives to improve economic opportunities for diverse certified suppliers from across the country, while assisting the various stakeholders in achieving their collective mandates. SDAC focuses on three core activities: Advocacy, Research, and Learning. The SDAC supports and informs governments, businesses and key stakeholders on the importance of inclusive procurement policies and practices through supplier diversity, leading to value with economic growth and social impact. In January 2021, SDAC hosted a Diversity Summit: Connect. Collaborate. Succeed focused on leveraging supplier diversity as a tool for continued economic recovery. On-going discussions centre on current Government Relations strategy development and associated advocacy efforts.
• Networking and connections Advocacy to government, corporates and supporting organizations on the benefits of inclusive procurement.
Full name: Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council Annual Conference: April Website: www.camsc.ca Best contact: crodrigues@camsc.ca | 416-941-0004 Key initiatives:
• Supplier certification • Corporate membership and support
The Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) facilitates the growth of Aboriginal and minority owned businesses, by connecting them to procurement opportunities with companies and governments committed to a diverse and inclusive supply chain. Founded in 2004, CAMSC is a not-for-profit organization that certifies and prepares diverse suppliers to successfully engage and respond to corporate and government buyers, while
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at the same time, helping large organizations develop and enhance their inclusive procurement processes and connect them to certified suppliers. Minorities and Aboriginal Peoples are entrepreneurial, buying and starting businesses at significantly higher rates than the Canadian average. CAMSC connects buyers and suppliers, so that organizations benefit from the innovative solutions, cost savings, improved employee retention, local job creation, brand loyalty, and increased revenues that result from a diverse and inclusive supply chain.
