At Torys, we passionately protect our values. They are what make us successful and, over the years, have sown the seeds of quality relationships—within our firm, with clients, in the legal profession and across our communities. Good people building good relationships is the essence of who we are.

We also believe that values that are not constantly practiced are not values at all. From broad firm policy to day-to-day interactions with colleagues, we strive to see our work through a people-focused lens. Leadership at the firm has been intentional in its approach to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. We are always looking critically at ourselves and considering ways we can improve—e.g., the allocation of leadership positions, client and file opportunities, and the recruitment and retention of equity seeking groups. Through careful and rigorous implementation of policy, programs, practices and communications, we strive to take substantive steps to cultivate diversity, equity and inclusion, and foster a sense of community and generosity.

That is why we are one of the founding members of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN). In May 2013, we joined 15 other Canadian law firms in signing the Statement of Principles of the LFDIN, agreeing to work together to promote diversity and encourage a culture of inclusion not only inside the firms, but in the broader legal profession as well.

Read our statement “Upholding our values of diversity, equity and inclusion”

We know there is work to be done to continue addressing systemic inequities within the legal industry and society at large. By staying true to our commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as through supporting and giving back to our communities, we are striving to effect positive change.