Bell is an equal opportunity employer.

Diversity & Equal Employment Opportunity

Bell lumber & Pole is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable Human rights Codes, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally Protected Characteristics, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age), national or ethnic origin, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, or provincial law (collectively, “Protected Characteristics”). Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Supplier Diversity

At Bell Lumber & Pole, we are committed to an inclusive and diverse supplier base. We recognize the contributions of diverse and minority businesses in creating jobs, inspiring innovation and providing opportunities to achieve financial success for many communities.

We are committed to the following principles:

At Bell Lumber & Pole, we are committed to the mission of "radically loving and influencing lives." We believe one of the components of this mission is diversity and inclusion.

Our commitment to diversity is grounded in the belief that every individual brings a unique perspective, experience, and talent to our organization. Diversity encompasses a wide range of factors, including but not limited to complying with all equal employment opportunity requirements. Embracing diversity is not only our mission but also a source of strength and innovation.

Inclusivity: We actively seek out diverse perspectives and voices, ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to be heard. We value the richness of ideas that come from different backgrounds and experiences.

Equality: We are dedicated to creating an equitable organization where all individuals have equal access to opportunities, resources, and advancement, regardless of their background.

Education and Awareness: We invest in ongoing education and training to raise awareness of diversity and inclusion issues among our team members. We encourage open dialogue and learning to promote understanding and empathy.

Community Engagement: We actively engage with and support diverse communities, both locally and globally. We seek to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for promoting diversity and inclusion at all levels of our organization. We regularly assess our progress, set goals, and strive for continuous improvement.

We believe that diversity is our strength, and together, we can empower, transform, and make a profound difference in the lives we touch.

Bell Lumber & Pole is further committed to ensuring that employment decisions are based on valid job requirements. In addition, all employment actions, such as recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs and termination are administered fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis, without discrimination on the basis of protected categories named above. Bell Lumber & Pole will also provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities any needed reasonable accommodations, as required by law.

To support our equal employment opportunity program Bell Lumber & Pole has appointed the Director, Human Resources, as Bell Lumber & Pole's DEEO Coordinator. The DEEO Coordinator’s responsibilities include implementing an internal audit and reporting system to monitor and measure the effectiveness of Bell Lumber & Pole's equal employment opportunity efforts and report to executive management on this and any needs for remedial action.

Bell Lumber & Pole maintains employment equity plans for, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities in accordance with the Employment Equity Act. Any questions regarding these plans or the company's equal opportunity policy should be directed to the DEEO Coordinator who is responsible for the communication and implementation of the plan. All employees are responsible for supporting the concept of equal employment opportunity and employment equity and assisting and cooperating in meeting our plan goals.

Applicants have rights under federal and provincial laws, including:

Federal
The Canadian Human Rights Act
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Provincial

British Columbia
The BC Human Rights Code
The Employment Standards Act

Manitoba
The Human Rights Code (PDF)
The Employment Standards Code (PDF)

Ontario
The Ontario Human Rights Code
The Employment Standards Act

Quebec
The Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms
The Act Respecting Labour Standards