Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diverse skills and perspectives are the building blocks of the best ideas and most sophisticated thinking. Across our culture and operations, we pursue tangible and meaningful ways to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.

Our Ethos

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.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resources

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee includes our Managing Partner and representatives from across the firm. Its objective is to provide centralized leadership and guidance in pursuit of cultivating the many factors that contribute to Torys’ continued growth as a more diverse and inclusive organization.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Members

 

Firm Affinity and Resource Groups

We are proud of our supportive and collegial environment. Our Affinity Groups bring together lawyers and students from all offices who have shared experiences or backgrounds, providing members with networking and additional mentoring opportunities.

  • Asian Lawyers Group
  • Black Lawyers Group
  • Francophone Lawyers Group
  • LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers Group
  • Muslim Lawyers Group
  • Parent Lawyers Group
  • Women In Law

Latest Initiatives

Women at Torys

Lisa Talbot and Molly Reynolds discuss the culture of mentorship and support for women at the firm.
Women in Leadership at Torys

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