The City just hired an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Coordinator, Tymmarah Mackie. I would want to see how this role evolves and what it covers so I would watch to see if there are ways to improve or expand on this as it is in its infancy as of right now.

For those unfamiliar with the role, it is "In partnership with Thompson Rivers University, Indigenous groups, and community organizations, including Kamloops Immigrant Services and Kamloops Pride, Mackie will also aid in the development of an EDI training program for City leaders, managers, and staff. Other areas of focus will include:
- introducing ongoing processes, practices, and materials that expand EDI awareness, understanding, and capacity throughout the organization
- integrating equity, diversity, and inclusion as guiding principals for recruitment
- making employment accessible with and for employees that reflect the diversity of our community and region
- continuing to ensure our engagement platforms remain as inclusive and accessible as possible"

I believe the city has begun to take the right steps forward but we will have to monitor and evaluate our progress before dedicating ourselves to further change.