The City of Fredericton is a proud member of the UNESCO Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities. Since joining in 2021, the City has made meaningful progress in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across municipal operations and the broader community.
Key initiatives and achievements include:
- Implementation of the Anti-Racism Action Plan to address systemic barriers and promote equity
- The EQUIP Project, creating inclusive employment opportunities for neurodivergent individuals and underrepresented groups
- Development of a corporate Inclusion Lens to support inclusive planning, policies, and decision-making
- Strengthened partnerships with Sitansisk (St. Mary’s First Nation) to advance reconciliation and collaboration
- Youth engagement initiatives, including the Youth Advisory Committee and youth-led microgrants
- Affordable housing strategies and community housing partnerships
- Inclusive recreation planning and accessible park development
- Community Inclusion Grants supporting local cultural and inclusion-focused initiatives
- Transit Fare Assistance Program to reduce barriers to mobility and participation
- Annual Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Symposium in partnership with Greater Fredericton Social Innovation (GFSI)
The reports below outline the City’s progress, key milestones, and ongoing commitments under the Coalition framework. Together, they highlight both internal organizational changes and community-wide initiatives that promote reconciliation, representation, and civic belonging. We invite residents, partners, and stakeholders to review our progress and join us in continuing to strengthen inclusion in Fredericton.