Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA)

Land Acknowledgement 

We would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kma’ki People and also would like to acknowledge the Indigenous Blacks of Nova Scotia, whose legacy and contributions date back over 400 years.

The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) Committee plays a key role in ensuring the Municipality of the District of Guysborough is an inclusive and accessible community where all individuals - regardless of their ability, background, or identity can fully participate in municipal life. Through continuous advocacy, monitoring, and the development of inclusive policies, the committee will support the Municipality in meeting its commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. 

To begin this work, Council appointed members to an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Committee in April 2025. This Committee includes representation from the community and Council with support from staff. The committee advises council on the preparation, implementation and effectiveness of MODG's Accessibility Plan, Equity and Anti-Racism Plan and related Municipal policies. 

Accessibility Plan

Equity & Anti-Racism Plan 

EDIA Advisory Committee Minutes 

Resources

Updates on EDIA work

Sledges now available through MODG Recreation's Equipment Loan Program  

A class field trip to Guysborough! If you have seen more school buses on the main street of Guysborough this winter - it’s not just your imagination. Students from across the Strait Regional Centre for Education are visiting us in Guysborough at the outdoor skating facilities at the Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex (CLC). 
 
The Recreation Department stepped up the Municipality’s welcome to students by offering a more inclusive skating experience. Staff purchased sledges through the Equipment Loan Program grant through the Recreation Nova Scotia Inclusion and Accessibility program. We have three sledges of different sizes, as well as the sledge hockey sticks - they are part of our free equipment loan program and can be borrowed anytime at the CLC.

Sledges available at CLC free equipment loan program

 

Playground Communication Boards - Coming SOON Fall 2025

Communication boards will facilitate inclusive communication at the AtWater Municipal Park, Boylston and Steve Smith Soccer Field & Track Facility, Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex, Guysborough. A communication board is a specialized tool designed to assist individuals to express their thoughts, make choices and ask questions. Thoughtfully designed by consulting with pediatric occupational therapists, the Communication Boards from Blue Imp Playground features symbols, images and words designed to facilitate communication for all children, peers and their caregivers. Communication boards can be used by all ages.
 

 

Pool Lifts - New for Summer 2025

Pool Lifts are now installed at Canso Community Pool and Chedabucto Pool. Pool lifts provide safe entry and exit into the water while helping everyone with mobility and confidence at our outdoor pools.